Position title: Occupational Safety Advisor 9-12 – Construction Safety Consultant
Job number: 1801-26-LA-MIOSHA-055
Application deadline: Oct. 20, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Work Location
This field position covers 14 counties in southwest and west Michigan: Oceana, Newaygo, Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent, Allegan, Barry, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Calhoun, Berrien, Cass, St. Joseph and Branch counties.
The selected candidate works from a home office. For travel purposes, the official workstation must be located in Muskegon, Ottawa, Kent, Allegan, Barry, Van Buren, Kalamazoo or Calhoun County.
Job Description
Occupational Safety Advisors regularly perform professional occupational safety advisor assignments which are recognized by Civil Service as more complex than those assigned at the experienced level, i.e., occupational safety consultation and advice to construction industry businesses, unions, trade organizations, employee and employer associations, schools, colleges, municipalities, counties and other state agencies in their assigned geographical area. Complete a variety of professional tasks, such as reviewing and evaluating work practices and processes, equipment, policies and procedures, and safety and health programs to assess the adequacy of worker protection. Provide advice to employers in implementing programs to improve workplace safety. Identify potential hazards, make recommendations to correct hazards, and help solve existing safety problems consistent with the requirements of the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health (MIOSH) Act and best practices. Develop, organize and conduct safety training at the employer’s site. Design course curricula, develop course materials and conduct training for MIOSHA Training Institute (MTI).
How to Apply
View the job posting and apply for Job Number 1801-26-LA-MIOSHA-055.