Industrial Safety Hygienist 4 (PN) - Cambridge

BWCs core hours of operation are MondayFriday from 8:00am to 5:00pm however daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work onsite at one of BWCs seven offices across the state. BWC offers flextime work schedules that allow an employee to start the day as early as 7:00am or as late as 8:30am. Flextime schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Conducting complex & comprehensive industrial hygiene (IH) surveys (e.g. assess air contaminants noise heat stress ventilation Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)) at employer worksites;
• Preparing technical written reports detailing IH sampling results and actionable recommendations;
• Creating and delivering occupational safety & health training;
• Providing IH subject matter content & review for internal and external communications;
• Identifying potential safety and/or ergonomic risks and making referrals to safety consultants or ergonomists as appropriate;
• Supporting Division of Safety & Hygiene outreach initiatives such as the Safety Intervention Grant Ohio Safety Congress and Safety Council programs.
  

EEO & ADA Statement:
The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees due to protected classes as defined in applicable federal law state law and any effective executive order.

The Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment opportunities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability please contact ADA Coordinator Kathleen Bourke ator by email to:

BWC OCSEA Selection Rights:
This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. BWC bargaining unit members have selection rights before nonbargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.

Salary Information:
Hourly wage is expected to be paid at step 1 of the pay range associated with the position for candidates who are new employees of the state. Current employees of the state will be placed in the appropriate step based on any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code. Movement to the next step of the pay range (a roughly 4% increase) will occur after six months assuming job performance is acceptable. Thereafter an employee will advance one step in the pay range every year until the highest step of the pay range is reached. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements begin after five (5) years of state service.

Transportation:
Position may require travel; therefore persons occupying this position must be able to provide own transportation &/or legally operate a stateowned vehicle.

Educational Transcripts:
For any educational achievements to be considered during the screening process you must at least attach an unofficial transcript that details the coursework you have completed.

All applicants must submit an Ohio Civil Service Application using the online Ohio Hiring Management System. Paper applications will not be accepted.

Background Check:
Prior to an offer of employment the final applicant will be required to sign a background check authorization form and undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.

All final applicants selected for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments.

To Qualify You Must Clearly Demonstrate:

• Completion of undergraduate core program in environmental health physical/natural science or engineering AND 12 mos. exp. in private sector or other governmental agency performing same or comparable duties of Industrial Safety Hygienist 3 24473 AND valid drivers license.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Industrial Safety Hygienist 3 24473 AND valid drivers license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
  

Major Worker Characteristics:
Knowledge of: employee training & development safety practices public relations BWC policies & procedures*industrial health/safety practices rules & regulations principles of safety management chemistry toxicology & basic engineering principle (ventilation machine guarding etc.).

Skill in: operation of typical office equipment such as computer calculator digital camera printer scanner & photocopier. Comprehensive skill in operation of industrial hygiene assessment equipment including but not limited to: sound level meter octave band analyzer acoustical calibrator noise dosimeter multiflow air sampling pumps primary & secondary calibrators for air sampling pumps directreading aerosol monitors toxic/flammable gas monitors and associated calibration devices heat/cold stress monitors indoor air quality (IAQ) monitors air velocity/air flow meters moisture meters and infrared camera.

Ability to: deal with many variables & determine specific action read copy & record figures accurately use statistical analysis complete routine forms understand manuals & verbal instructions technical in nature prepare meaningful concise & accurate reports use proper research methods in gathering data prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public write &/or edit articles for publication write &/or edit technical scientific or advanced literary publications gather collate & classify information about data people or things handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public.

(*) Developed after employment.

NonStandard Work Hours

POSITION REQUIRES TRAVEL THEREFORE PERSONS OCCUPYING THIS POSITION MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION &/OR LEGALLY OPERATE A STATE OWNED VEHICLE..

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Occasional overnight travel required; occasionally exposed to chemical physical and/or biological hazards.

A Little About Us:
With roughly 1500 employees in 7 offices across Ohio BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers.
For Ohio employers we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.

Our Culture:
BWC is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. BWC employees strive to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer. Employees can participate in and lead employee resource groups participate in online forums discussing societys impact on our services and workplace and learn about how different perspectives can improve leadership skills.

Our Vision:
To transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success.

Our Mission:
To deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day.

Our Core Values:
One Agency Personal Connection Innovative Leadership Relentless Excellence.

What our employees have to say:
BWC conducts an internal engagement survey on an annual basis. Some comments from our employees include:

• BWC has been a great place to work as it has provided opportunities for growth that were lacking in my previous place of work.
• I have worked at several state agencies and BWC is the best place to work.
• Best place to work in the state and with a sense of family and support.
• I love the work culture helpfulness and acceptance Ive been embraced with at BWC.
• I continue to be impressed with the career longevity of our employees their level of dedication to service pride in their work and vast experience. It really speaks to our mission and why people join BWC and then retire from BWC.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible fulltime and parttime employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

The State of Ohio is a drugfree workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/nonmedical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio DrugFree Workplace Policy (HR39) and as outlined in the posting.