L&I Industrial Hygienist 3 (In-training) - DOSH Compliance



L&I Industrial Hygienist 3 (In-training) - DOSH Compliance

Salary

$4,627.00 - $6,862.00 Monthly

Location

Douglas County - East Wenatchee, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

2021-06891

Department

Dept. of Labor & Industries

Division

Division of Occupational Safety & Health

Opening Date

12/27/2021

Closing Date

5/31/2022 12:00 AM Pacific

Description


Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!  Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability.

*****Certain L&I compliance program positions, including this one, will receive a 7.5% temporary wage increase. This temporary wage increase is in addition to the employee’s base salary noted and expires on June 30, 2023.
 
*****Within the Department of Labor & Industries, conditional to serious hazard exposure as defined by RCW 49.17.180(6): Industrial Hygienists and Safety & Health Specialists will be compensated basic salary plus ten percent (10%) for each hour they are required to use personal protective equipment (excluding hard hats, boots, hearing and eye protection) to enter a hazardous worksite to consult, inspect or investigate where serious hazards are present.

Washington is America's Top State according to U.S. News (2021) and we provide one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.  Here at the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), we believe that your voice matters.  We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules.  In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Learn more about L&I, the employer of choice.
 
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader), state employees must be fully vaccinated which will be verified by Human Resources prior to your first day of employment.  Please contact Lori Hensin (she/her/hers) at lori235@lni.wa.gov if you need information on medical or religious accommodation.
 
Please Note: 
This position can be filled as an Industrial Hygienist 3 (IH3) or as an in-training (IH2) opportunity to develop the required skills within this specialized field. If filled as an Industrial Hygienist 3 in-training (IH2), you will need to successfully complete a formal training plan. The plan is designed to provide classroom and on the job training to encourage qualified and enthusiastic individuals to exert their best effort to learn and enhance their skills. Upon successful completion of the in-training plan, you will progressively advance to the goal of Industrial Hygienist 3.
 
Are you ready for new and exciting challenges? We are in need of an 
Industrial Hygienist to join our Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), in the East Wenatchee office. In this role, you will focus on enforcing health standards by addressing existing and potential occupational hazards that can cause serious illness and disease while maintaining composure and sensitivity during difficult conversations with employers and employees. You will be relied upon for your ability to assess exposure to noise, chemicals, blood borne pathogens, and other physical and biological agents. Your skills will also be essential in evaluating ventilation, confined spaces, personal protective equipment, and written health and safety programs.

You will perform routine and complex workplace inspections and investigations for all types of occupational health hazards. Inspections are conducted in all industries where DOSH has jurisdiction to determine compliance with DOSH worker safety and health standards to prevent occupational illness and disease. You will conduct accident investigations of fatalities, catastrophes, serious injuries, and determines direct and indirect causes of the accidents. You will also investigate employee complaints and general referrals. As an Industrial Hygienist 3 you will lead complex inspections involving other safety inspectors and industrial hygienists and assist in training new inspectors providing technical assistance in abatement of hazards. 

If selected for this position you will conduct on-site inspections to determine compliance with standards while exercising your judgment and providing recommendations to correct occupational health hazards. Bring your talent to our team by applying now!
 

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework is temporarily expected for most positions, including this one. The vaccine mandate applies to all employees regardless of teleworking status. This position works directly with customers in the field. Due to the nature of this position’s work, the incumbent of this position will be expected at times to telework, report to work at an L&I office or in a location out in the field. When asked to work in the office, the duty station for this position is:  East Wenatchee, Washington.


Duties

Some of what you'll do:

  • Perform complex inspections and investigations in most industries to determine compliance with WISHA workplace health standards.
  • Identify, evaluate and recommend abatement methods for occupational health hazards.
  • Conduct accident investigations of fatalities, catastrophes and serious injuries to determine causes.
  • Use industrial hygiene sampling equipment and techniques to collect air and bulk samples of dusts, mists, fumes, gases, vapors and other hazardous materials.
  • Measure airborne chemical exposures; measure noise frequency and intensity, airflows, temperatures and humidity.
  • Conduct pre- and post-inspection calibrations.
  • Perform opening conferences with employer and employee representatives. Conduct walk around assessments of work sites, take field notes, photos and video, and make observations.
  • Conduct interviews; review safety data sheets, written safety programs, reports, and records provided by employer and employee representatives.
  • Organize, write and edit comprehensive investigative reports; prepare reports and summaries.
  • Prepare and input documentation data, citations wording, penalties, and/or recommendations.
  • Appear and testify as a State witness at re-assumption hearings, before the Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals, and civil cases.
  • Answer questions from the public regarding health hazards and applicable standards on the phone and in person.
  • And much more!

Qualifications


Who should apply? 
REQUIRED:

  • Must possess a valid unrestricted driver license and may not have convictions for driving under the influence or driving offenses that endangered or harmed others within the past 7 years.
Industrial Hygienist 3 In-training (IH2)
  • A Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and/or health, industrial hygiene, chemistry, physics, chemical, mechanical or sanitary engineering, environmental science, nursing, medicine, biology or related field
AND
  • ONE year of experience as an industrial hygienist, safety and health manager, safety and health consultant, or as a chemist or engineer working on environmental health or air sanitation problems. A Master's degree involving major study in industrial hygiene will substitute for 1 year of experience.
Industrial Hygienist 3
  • A Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and/or health, industrial hygiene, chemistry, physics, chemical, mechanical or sanitary engineering, environmental science, nursing, medicine, biology or related field
AND
  • Three years of experience as an industrial hygienist. (Industrial Hygiene experience must include the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and management of occupational health hazards such as chemical, physical and biological}.
*Please Note: A Master's degree involving major study in industrial hygiene will substitute for 1 year of industrial hygiene experience.
 
DESIRED: 
  • Bilingual preferred; persons of all languages are encouraged to apply. *Bilingual jobs include a 5% salary increase for dual language responsibilities.
What we're looking for:
  • Skills in recognition, evaluation and control of occupational health hazards.
  • Skills in sampling and direct measuring techniques for noise and chemical exposure.
  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Willing and able to work with hostile clients or customers (both internal and external).
  • Research and analytical skills; identify, collect, organize and document information and data.
  • Ability to use a personal computer; produce accurate work products, access information and navigate the Internet.
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene is desirable.
  • Valid Driver License.
  • Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations--Enforces governmental laws, rules and regulations, and initiates enforcement actions in such a way that the public perceives as fair, objective and reasonable.

Supplemental Information

Supplemental Information
If hired as a IH3 In-Training (IH2) the monthly salary range is:
  Range 56: $4,627 – 6,063
 
  If hired as a IH3 the monthly salary range is:
  Range 61: $5,229 – 6,862

Application Process:  
The top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based 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:
  1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
  2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
  3. A list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers. 
**IMPORTANT**: DO NOT attach or place any information about your vaccination status, including listing the Governor Mandate as a reason for leaving employment, within the application, resume, or cover letter. If you do, we will reject your application. If we reject your application, we are doing so to safeguard others from receiving your confidential information. You will need to remove the confidential information before you can apply again.
 
Other Information:
  • Offer of hire is contingent upon completion of a background check that includes a criminal record history review.   
  • Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured 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 which 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 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: This announcement may be used to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach 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 to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at Jobs@Lni.wa.gov
 
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
Here at Labor & Industries our employees come from all walks of life as do we. 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 mission of the agency. 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 on how we can 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.
 
If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency please contact Lori Hensin (she/her/hers) at lori235@lni.wa.gov


More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note:  If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the
Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.


Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).  This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.


As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. 

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

01
Please select your highest level of education from the choices below.
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or
  • I do not have a degree
02
Please select the focus of your degree from the choices below.
  • Occupational Safety
  • Industrial Hygiene
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Chemical
  • Mechanical or Sanitary Engineering
  • Environmental Science
  • Nursing
  • Medicine
  • Biology
  • Other Degree (Related)
  • Other Degree (Not Related)
  • I do not have a degree
03
Do you have at least ONE year of experience as an industrial hygienist? The years of industrial hygiene experience must include experience in the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and management of occupational health hazards (chemical, physical & biological).
  • Yes
  • No
04
Please briefly describe your experience as an industrial hygienist, including your experience in the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and management of occupational health hazards (chemical, physical & biological). If you do not have this experience, type N/A.
05
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
06
This position is bilingual preferred, but not required. To be considered for a bilingual position, you will be required to pass an assessment of your ability to write and speak another language fluently. We do not use translating software. Do you possess abilities to write and speak another language fluently? If so, in what language?
07
How did you hear about this job opportunity?
  • www.careers.wa.gov
  • WorkSource Center or Website (WorkSourceWA.com)
  • L&I Talent Management Consultant (Staffing Solutions)
  • L&I Employee
  • Professional/Personal Network
  • Monster
  • College/university website/career fair
  • LinkedIn
  • Facebook
  • VERG
  • Craigslist
  • Indeed
  • Twitter
  • Job Fair (Military)
  • Career Fair
  • EHS Careers
  • American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
  • Other
08
If you indicated "Other" please specify where you heard about this position or type N/A.
09
Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?
  • Yes
  • No
10
PLEASE READ THE BELOW AND TYPE YOUR INITIALS IN RESPONSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE STATEMENTS. • I will NOT attach or place my vaccination status within the application, resume, or cover letter. If I do, I understand that it will be rejected and I will be provided an opportunity to apply again without including my confidential health information. • I understand that my vaccination status is not needed until I am offered employment for the job for which I am applying. After a job offer is made, the Human Resources Office will contact me to review my vaccination status. Individuals unable to receive the COVID-19 vaccination due to medical condition(s) and/or sincerely held religious beliefs will have an opportunity to request an exemption and engage with Human Resources to explore what if any reasonable accommodations are available for the job you may be offered. • I will not will not share my vaccination status with hiring managers or interview panels.

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