Industrial Hygienist I, II
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Job Summary
This Industrial Hygienist position includes levels I and II; each with a certain scope of responsibility. The level I builds foundational skills in hazard recognition exposure assessment and technical consultation while the level II may manage complex cases mentor junior staff and deliver specialized training. At either level you will contribute to improving statewide occupational health programs through proactive consultation and outreach.
- Provides technical guidance consultation and recommendations to employers employees and Safety Consultants to resolve health hazards issues and concerns.
- Conducts on-site inspections of machines equipment structures protective devices materials and other activities to identify health hazards and violations.
- Performs qualitative assessments such as determining frequency and type of exposure to various hazards and impact to employee health and evaluating employee understanding of safety and health practices processes and procedures.
- Uses a variety of equipment and methods to conduct quantitative testing and sampling for chemical physical and biological stressors; and maintains industrial hygiene equipment inventory.
- Determines effective hazard control measures and other corrective actions based on findings.
- Explains inspection findings including data evaluated and hazards identified and provides consultation for corrective action; ensures corrective action is taken by employers within the established timeframe.
- Contacts private employers to market and promote consultative programs and services offered by the Delaware Consultation Program.
- Provides training to employers or employees on various health standards.
- Prepares and submits reports that clearly and accurately document findings supporting facts and recommendations.
- Uses automated information systems and computer software to enter research review evaluate and report on occupational safety and health compliance data.
- Completes continuing education and reviews standards directives interpretations Field Operations Manual (FOM) Consultation Policies and Procedures Manual (CPPM) and other documents to remain current on occupational safety and health laws rules regulations trends and best practices.
- Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures ranges of ability genders ethnicities ages and races.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Applicants must possess at least one of the following:
Three years experience in conducting safety and health inspections to identify hazards or deficiencies. Note: An Associates degree in Health or Safety Industrial Engineering Chemistry Biology Physical Science Environmental Health or other related health or science field may substitute for two years of experience.
Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Industrial Hygiene Health or Safety Industrial Engineering Chemistry Biology Physical Science Environmental Health or other related health or science field.
1. Applicantsmust possess at least one of the following:
Four years experience in conducting safety and healthinspections to identify hazards or deficiencies.Note: an Associatesdegree in Health or Safety Industrial Engineering Chemistry BiologyPhysical Science Environmental Health or other related health or sciencefield may substitute for two years of experience.ORPossession of a Bachelors degree or higher in IndustrialHygiene Health or SafetyIndustrial Engineering Chemistry BiologyPhysical Science Environmental Health orother related health or sciencefield.
In addition to the aboverequirement applicants must meet all of the job requirements below:
2.Twoyears of industrial hygienist experience including evaluating data collectedfrom health and safety inspections to identify health hazards and violationsand explaining inspection findings to employers.
3. Twoyears experience in providing consultation to resolve workplace hazards incompliance with occupational safety and health laws rules regulationsstandards policies and procedures.
4. Oneyear of experience in public relations or communications such as establishingand promoting a positive image with the public and informing specific audiencesusing internal and external communications such as public forums marketingpromotions or special events.
The State of Delaware recognizes the value oftelework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delawares Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
At the State of Delaware we invest in our people and support them in and outside of the office. Our employees enjoy a total compensation package that far exceeds the value of their base salary. We offer comprehensive benefit plans that will give you peace of mind and security. Below is a list of benefits that are offered to eligible employees:
Health and Well Being
*Health Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance
Just In Case
*Disability Insurance Group Universal Life Insurance
Your Future
*Retirement Benefits Deferred Compensation
Professional Growth
*Training and Development Programs
Work Life Balance
*Paid Leave Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave Alternative Work Schedules
More Benefits
*Flexible Spending Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment job title and job duties. For education and training list name of educational provider training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab .
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling or by visiting.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support you may call or email .
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
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