DMS International


Data Management Services, Inc. (dba: DMS International) is a professional services firm headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, with work locations throughout the continental United States. We prepare managers and executives to lead their workforce through customized learning solutions that drive the standards of an ever-changing world. We build creative, unique and engaging learning experiences for commercial, civilian and defense organizations. Our high-caliber talent, delivery methodology and innovative solutions contribute to preparing a workforce that is ready for the future. You can join us on this journey to bring efficiency and creativity to our customers.

At DMS International (DMS), we are the catalyst for effective workforce transformation. To achieve this, we hire professionals who take pride in doing quality work and who are excited about contributing to the professional development of tomorrow's leaders.

DMS seeks candidates that possess and display the attributes that reflect our Core Values of:

  • Quality in delivering solutions,
  • Leadership,
  • Innovation,
  • Teamwork,
  • Integrity in conduct,
  • Responsiveness to our customer’s mission

DMS is currently seeking a Training Occupational Safety and Health Specialist. The Training Occupational Safety and Health Specialist will supervise contractor personnel involved in the logistics operations for the Master at Arms (MA) training program and coordinate facilities management for the learning activity. They work closely with other contractors, military, and government civilian personnel at the Naval Technical Training Command (NTTC) Lackland Joint Base, San Antonio, TX.

The Training Occupational Safety and Health Specialist must be familiar with applicable Navy rules, regulations, and other requirements listed in the contract’s Performance Work Statement (PWS) and may be required to attend in-service training which is designed to update contractor personnel on Government rules, regulations, and other requirements.

The Training Occupational Safety and Health Specialist must:

  • Be a US Citizen.
  • Have no record of criminal convictions.
  • Obtain a suitable evaluation for mandatory drug screenings.
  • Possess a valid state driver’s license.
  • Possess excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Safety Management, or other technical areas. Practical experience may be substituted for formal education on a rate of two years’ experience for one-year education.
  • At least ten years of direct experience in training and occupational safety program management in support of a Navy or Marine Corps training area.
  • A comprehensive knowledge of policy, organizations, and methodologies utilized.
  • Knowledge to evaluate effectiveness of existing programs, revise ongoing programs, and assist in the development and implementation of new training.
  • Knowledge of oral communication skills to make clear, concise, effective, oral reports, presentations, and to conduct interviews and investigations.
  • Knowledge of computer operations, to include operating systems, software applications and general office automation.
  • Strong working knowledge of ESAMS and WESS computer systems.
  • Ability to recognize and resolve problems, develop criteria as required, and analyze data.
  • Ability to obtain a Favorable Tier 3 Background Investigation (See PWS Section 4)

The Training Occupational Safety and Health Specialist duties may include:

  • Works closely with major training programs throughout NTTC Lackland, interfacing and maintaining a continuous dialogue to coordinate and ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures and applications staying abreast of new developments in the area of safety in the education and training environments.
  • Employs safety skills, knowledge and experience to determine and take corrective measures necessary to attain a higher degree of safety at NTTC Lackland.
  • Provides advice on safety deficiencies discovered after comprehensive analysis.
  • Performs as a technical expert on safety-related matters, advising top management, course managers and instructors on principles and techniques of safety and occupational health management in the prevention and of mishaps in course of instruction, training equipment and structures used in instruction.
  • Establishes liaison with Industrial Hygienist personnel to ensure timely and adequate surveys are conducted to identify potential hazards in the workplace and that controls and measures are in place to maintain a safe working environment for all personnel.
  • Maintains liaison with Training Support Command (TSC) Safety Managers tasked with providing support to NTTC Lackland in developing and providing a comprehensive NAVOSH Safety Program. Ensures timely updates are made to the program incorporating the latest developments in safety procedures by reviewing technical publications and conducting independent research.
  • Ensures Safety Managers provide indoctrination training to newly arriving personnel.
  • Formulates techniques for determining the effectiveness of safety efforts on a continuing basis. Develops an evaluation program and objective criteria to measure the degree of safety compliance in NTTC Lackland.
  • Interprets safety standards and regulations as they apply to the education and training environment.
  • Assists in the investigation of mishaps, maintains records, and evaluates data to detect trends and patterns. Analyzes accident/mishap reports and performs job analysis to control and minimize hazardous conditions. Compiles and analyzes statistical data and prepares charts, tables and reports. Discovers trends, identifies accident/mishap causes, and locates hazards and potential hazards. Develop and implement remedial measures.
  • Exercises authority to stop any operation where there is imminent danger to facilities, property, personnel, and the environment.
  • Develops and implements training aimed at mishap prevention, and comprehensive mishap prevention measures applicable to CENSECFOR domain personnel, students, guests, and visitors.
  • Performs inspections and conducts surveys on all aspects of the facilities, equipment, and operations for which NTTC Lackland has responsibility. Identifies hazards and undesirable operational conditions and recommends corrective action to increase the effectiveness of safety features, such as mechanical safeguards, work procedures and processes, and personal protective equipment. Resolves serious conflicts between operational requirements and the application of safety and occupational health standards.
  • Serves as team leader or participant in CENSECFOR sponsored inspections and surveys. Coordinates with other team members with specialized expertise. Conducts in-briefs and out-briefs with management and staff. Conducts pre-operational review of risk operations involving constantly changing hazards.
  • Performs risk assessment of the hazardous processes/conditions identified. Advises appropriate officials of methods of control or elimination of hazardous processes and conditions, including various available alternative measures. Recommendations include new mishap prevention techniques for modification of accepted safety procedures. Assign priorities of corrective actions. Monitors progress of corrective measures taken.
  • Prepares formal written reports of findings and recommendations to management and operating officials.
  • Perform duties as a Training Safety Subject Matter Expert. In this capacity, conducts on-site training safety evaluations and surveys to determine compliance and effectiveness of safety policies, procedures and applications. Observes safety applications, identifies problem areas, determines solutions and makes recommendations for corrective action.
  • Conducts training safety evaluations of military and civilian ranges used by NTTC Lackland in the delivery of small arms training courses of instruction to ensure that they will support NTTC Lackland Courses of fire as promulgated in the curriculum.
  • Conducts risk analysis on the safety aspects of major training programs to analyze environmental, physical and psychological factors that could result in mishaps unless mitigated.
  • Observes risk training evolutions and assesses compliance with approved training procedures, safety precautions, and emergency procedures. Reports observation results and recommendations to the NTTC Lackland T/OSH Officer.
  • Research and implements procedures for the safe delivery of courses of instruction based on the latest developments in safety by reviewing technical publications and conducting independent research.
  • Develop and revise instructions, rules, and regulations applicable to the NTTC Lackland training mission that involve the delivery of risk courses and seeks cooperation of management officials to eliminate unsafe conditions and risks.
  • Develop, implement and revise, as is necessary, NTTC Lackland Range Operation Standard Operating Procedures applicable to the domain.
  • Monitors the training safety program to ensure that the commanding officer's responsibilities are being properly executed.
  • Reviews NTTC Lackland Core Unique Instructor Training Plans and ensure they are implemented as required.
  • Demonstrates skills in hazard recognition, mishap investigation, familiarization with applicable instructions, and all safety controls of NTTC Lackland courses to properly evaluate the safety posture of the course(s) and associated training platforms, devices, and equipment.

Location: NTTC Lackland Joint Base, San Antonio, TX.

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