The *Montana Department of Transportation* is recruiting for Occupational Safety, Health, and Risk Management Specialist. This position provides professional development, implementation, and management of occupational safety and health, employee safety, and risk management programs for the agency at the Helena headquarters level. The position serves as the Helena headquarters expert on the implementation and administration of safety programs; interpretation of safety regulations; safety awareness; safety training, and safety compliance. This position is based in the Helena MDT Human Resources office. * Due to occasional travel of the position, a driver’s record will be verified. * Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer. * For a full job description, please contact Elisa Schock at eschock@mt.gov. *_Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include:_* * Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance o Benefits apply on first day of employment o Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families * State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities * Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays * Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness * Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values *_Qualifications_* The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field. This position requires a minimum of two years of directly related experience in the Occupational Safety and Health field. Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. *_Other Information_* The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054. **Title:** *Occupational Safety/Risk Management Specialist* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25140051*