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Safety Inspector
Salary
$50,836.00 - $77,321.00 Annually
Location
*Home Headquartered, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2025-22012-71070
Department
Department of Health
Division
HL Div Fac Cmplnc
Opening Date
03/27/2025
Closing Date
4/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
71070
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
G1
Pay Group
ST06
Bureau / Division Code
00072241
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Medical Marijuana/Division of Facility Compliance
City
Home Headquartered
Contact Name
Craig Edmonds
Contact Email
cedmonds@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you ready to make a positive impact on Pennsylvania's health care? The Bureau of Medical Marijuana, Division of Facility Compliance is seeking Safety Inspectors to join their dedicated team of professionals. This challenging and important position involves inspecting and monitoring medical marijuana facilities to ensure compliance with regulations and laws. The work will also involve engaging in exercises and activities to promote compliance and oversight of various aspects of medical marijuana production and distribution. As a Safety Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and effective development and delivery of medical marijuana to patients and researchers. If you have a passion for promoting high-quality research and the safety of the public, we invite you to join our mission of providing safe access to medical marijuana in Pennsylvania.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Safety Inspector, you will ensure that all Medical Marijuana Organizations are operating in compliance with regulations and laws set by the Bureau of Medical Marijuana. You will conduct both physical and administrative inspections to review the operational status, alterations, and overall compliance of the organization. Inspections will cover a variety of aspects, such as the handling of seeds, clones, plants, and processing materials, as well as the general facility sanitation and storage practices. If any deficiencies are found, you will draft a notice and work with the organization to ensure corrections are made. Additionally, you will communicate with organizations to provide technical assistance and guidance on how to maintain compliance with regulations. Travel for this position is within Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Somerset, Washington, Westmoreland, Cameron, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Elk, Erie, Forest, Jefferson, Lawrence, McKean, Mercer, Venango, and Warren counties.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50545110) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Telework: This is a home headquartered position which will require you to be headquartered at your home and travel to worksites to complete your work duties. In order to be home headquartered, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Successful completion of the Safety Inspector Trainee (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or
One year of experience inspecting commercial, industrial, healthcare or other buildings or structures, machines, apparatus, devices or equipment for compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Condition of Employment:
You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Condition of Employment- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
02
If you answered "Yes", please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.
03
Have you successfully completed the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Safety Inspector Trainee program?
Yes
No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How many years of full-time experience do you possess inspecting commercial, industrial, healthcare, or other buildings or structures, machines, apparatus, devices or equipment for compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations?
1 year or more
6 months but less than a year
Less than 6 months
None
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
Have you completed post-high school training or college coursework in building construction engineering, structural engineering, architecture, and/or codes enforcement? If you are claiming post high school training/credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Yes
No
08
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
09
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – INSPECTIONPhysically inspects all pertinent conditions, structures, and materials of medical marijuana organization facilities. Performs follow-up visits for routine inspections, alterations to existing facilities, and at new facilities to determine and enforce compliance with regulations. Determines whether building systems such as fire suppression systems, fire alarm, security, natural gas, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), and electrical have been inspected by proper vendor or contractors and logged by permittee as required in the regulations. Inspects growing, harvesting, extracting, packaging, storing, transporting, handling, labeling, and distribution processes. Ensures consistency with designated sanitation and safety requirements resulting in safe medicine.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience physically inspecting medical, laboratory, or agricultural production facilities, and I performed follow-up visits for routine inspections, alterations to existing facilities, or at new facilities to determine and enforce compliance with regulations. I inspected all processing areas, and I ensured sanitation and safety requirements were adhered to.
B. I have experience physically inspecting production facilities OTHER THAN medical, laboratory, or agricultural production facilities, and I performed follow-up visits for routine inspections, alterations to existing facilities, or at new facilities to determine and enforce compliance with regulations. I inspected all processing areas, and I ensured sanitation and safety requirements were adhered to.
C. I have experience inspecting either building systems and structures OR processing and packaging areas.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to building inspection, home inspection, or construction technology; medical or pharmaceutical manufacturing; or physical or biological science.
E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
10
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The duties you performed related to inspecting production facilities.
The type(s) of production facility you inspected.
The area(s) you inspected.
11
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
12
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – VERBAL COMMUNICATIONSInterprets and explains statutes and regulations related to the PA Medical Marijuana Act to assist sales associates, medical professionals, permittees, legal representatives, laboratory personnel, third party vendors, and engineers in understanding and complying with applicable laws, codes, and regulations.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience interpreting AND explaining statutes or regulations to others
B. I have experience interpreting statutes or regulations to perform my job.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communications.
D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
13
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The duties you performed related to interpreting and/or explaining statutes and regulations.
The type(s) of statutes and regulations you interpreted and/or explained.
To whom you explained statutes and regulations.
14
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONSWrites detailed narrative reports for each facility inspected including findings, associated research on the facility, and specific violations, citing the appropriate sections in the medical marijuana regulations and Acts.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience writing inspection reports containing narrative on information obtained during facility inspections. I was responsible for the COMPLETE written document.
B. I have experience writing PORTIONS of inspection reports containing narrative on information obtained during facility inspections.
C. I have experience writing narrative reports on topics OTHER THAN facility inspections.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing or non-fiction writing.
E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The duties you performed related to writing narrative reports.
Your level of responsibility.
The topics of the narrative reports that you wrote.
17
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov