L&I Dosh Industrial Hygiene Technical Occupational Safety Professional (Oshpro3)

Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!

Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability

L&l's Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) administers the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) law by developing and enforcing rules that protect workers from hazardous job conditions, helping employers and other interested parties to protect the safety and health of Washington's workforce.

DOSH is currently recruiting for 2 of the following positions:

The Occupational Safety and Health Professional (OSHPRO 3) Industrial Hygienist plays an important role in achieving the mission of DOSH Standards and Technical Services Program through advanced industrial hygiene technical knowledge. Using technical expertise, this position has statewide responsibility to research, develop, draft, interpret, and recommend highly complex occupational safety and health policies, procedures, and rules. This position will provide critical support for the agency's mission to "Keep Washington Safe and Working" through the development of policy affecting the health and safety of Washington's workers.

Reporting to the Industrial Hygiene Technical Policy Manager, the OSHPRO3 provides technical assistance on safety and health rules such as noise, lead, chemical hazard communication, respirators, airborne contaminants, confined spaces, and other subject areas. Customers include internal DOSH and L&I staff, employers, employees, employer associations, employee associations, and other stakeholder groups with an interest in  Division of Occupational Safety and Health Standards and the WISH Act.

The OSHPRO 3 Industrial Hygienist is also a designated speaking agent for the Department, acting as a representative at National and Regional Conferences and as a technical expert at the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals (BIIA) and the State Legislature.

We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. This position can be offered with a flexible schedule (4/10's, 9/80's, 5/8's etc.) once fully trained and approved my management.

For this position, telework is permitted full time with the requirement to report to the office for meetings.  In addition, this position will require travel to a variety of events to provide presentations and training upon business needs throughout the state.  The assigned duty station for this position may be in any of our service locations within the state of Washington.

Learn more about DOSH here: 50 Years of DOSH

See all of our current L&I DOSH position openings here: Current L&I DOSH open positions.Some of what this position does:

• Uses industrial hygiene technical knowledge to research, develop, draft, and interpret highly complex occupational safety and health rules.

• Researches industrial hygiene topic areas to make constructive recommendations for DOSH code revision, to clarify industrial hygiene enforcement policies, and to develop rules.

• With guidance from management, makes decisions regarding policy interpretation of occupational safety and health regulations and laws.

• Provides recommendations to management, labor organizations and representatives, company officials, DOSH consultation staff, industrial safety and health inspectors, industrial hygienists, civic groups, governmental agencies, and others interested in or affected by safety and health policy.

• Writes DOSH-initiated regulations, DOSH Directives and other policy documents.

• Presents at stakeholder meetings and public hearings regarding potential and proposed changes to DOSH policy.

• Investigates variance requests and makes recommendations.

• Provides industrial hygiene technical guidance to internal and external stakeholders and supports the DOSH Compliance and Consultation Programs.

• Supports the appeals process; reviews files prior to hearings for completeness, testifies as a state's witness during appeals actions, gives legal depositions as an expert witness, advises the Assistant Attorney Generals, Hearing Officers and others in their preparation for hearings, conferences, and settlements.

• Reviews Citations and Notices of Violation to ensure proposed/alleged violations are in accordance with departmental policies.

• Works with industry associations (labor & management) to ensure adequacy of outreach materials.

• And much more!

REQUIRED:

• Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver license.

PLUS one of the following:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, or related field AND Four years of paid occupational/industrial safety related professional experience OR two years as an Occupational Safety and Health Professional 2 in DOSH.

OR

• Master's Degree from an accredited university in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, or similar field AND Two years of paid industrial safety related professional experience.

OR

• Four years of full-time journey level paid industrial safety related experience in one or more of the following industries: Government, military, public health or related safety and health field.

DESIRED: 

• Current certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) granted by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) granted by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene.

Things You Need To Know

State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee's career. Click on the "Benefits" tab to learn more.

At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.

Application process 

We will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position. Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.

Please include the following documents with your application:

• A cover letter describing specific qualifications.
• A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
• A list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

Other information

• Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.

• For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.

• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

• Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

• The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.

• Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.

Did You Know?

Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.

In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I's Jobs@lni.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.

For more Information

If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact the recruiter, Lori Hensin (she/her/hers) at lori.hensin@lni.wa.gov.