L&I DOSH Industrial Hygiene Compliance Investigator 1, 2, or 3 (CISHI) Reg 1

Protecting Worker Health Through Industrial Hygiene Are you trained in the science of industrial hygiene? Can you anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and control workplace environmental hazards? Do you want to apply your technical expertise in occupational exposure assessment to make Washington’s workplaces safer? L&I’s DOSH is seeking to hire an Industrial Hygiene Compliance Industrial Safety & Health Investigator at Levels 1, 2 or 3 to join our Region 1 team in either Bellingham, Mt. Vernon, or Everett, WA. In this role you will focus on workplace exposure hazards—including chemical, physical, and biological agents in industrial settings. You’ll conduct field‑based exposure assessments, perform air and noise monitoring, investigate incidents, and interpret data using established industrial hygiene standards to prevent worker overexposure. This is a technical position focused on industrial hygiene, including workplace exposure assessment, sampling, and hazard control. It is not a medical, clinical, or patient‑care role. This in‑training opportunity provides a structured path to the journey‑level investigator role, including classroom instruction, field experience, and mentorship from experienced industrial hygienists and safety professionals. CISHI1 Monthly Salary Range 56: $5,271.00 to $7,082.00 CISHI2 Monthly Salary Range 60: $5,812.00 to $7,817.00 CISHI3 Monthly Salary Range 63: $6,735.00 to $9,065.00 Salary depends on qualifications In addition to the base salary above, Industrial Hygienists and Safety & Health Professionals will be compensated with an additional 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. AND IF BILINGUAL: If hired as bilingual (not required), after passing an assessment of your ability to write and speak fluently, you will receive a 5% increase in pay. All Personal Protective Equipment required for this position will be provided by L&I DOSH as specified in WAC 296‑800‑16020. About the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) At the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), our Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) administers the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) and enforces workplace safety and health standards that protect workers from hazardous job conditions. 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 by management. Some of what you will do: This role is pivotal in maintaining Washington’s status as an OSHA‑approved State Plan program, one that is “at least as effective” as the federal standard. Conduct industrial hygiene compliance inspections and exposure assessments using standard industrial hygiene sampling methods at a variety of worksites including manufacturing, food processing, construction, and public sector operations. Identify and evaluate workplace hazards by assessing worker exposure to chemicals, airborne contaminants, noise, and other physical agents. Perform exposure monitoring, including personal and area air sampling and noise monitoring, using standard industrial hygiene equipment and methods. Interpret sampling results using established exposure limits to determine risk and compliance. Investigate workplace incidents involving potential overexposures to chemical and physical hazards, conduct root cause analysis and recommend effective control measures. Prepare detailed, legally defensible industrial hygiene reports, including sampling methodology, data interpretation, and regulatory basis for findings. Ensure compliance with WISHA occupational health standards and verify that identified hazards have been corrected. Provide practical guidance to employers and employees on industrial hygiene processes identifying exposure risks and how to reduce or eliminate them. Work with technical experts and legal teams on complex cases and provide testimony when needed. Support and mentor newer staff in industrial hygiene fieldwork, sampling approaches, and exposure assessment. And much more! Driving is an essential function of this position. The incumbent is required to travel between worksites to perform assigned duties and must operate a state‑issued vehicle, motor pool vehicle, or personally owned vehicle (POV), as appropriate. Use of a POV will be reimbursed at the current state mileage reimbursement rate. Must be able to safely navigate a variety of work environments, including large manufacturing facilities with metal stairways, catwalks, ladders, and uneven terrain. Must also be able to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions, using appropriate protective gear. Who We’re Looking For Industrial hygiene–focused professionals with education or experience in industrial hygiene, occupational exposure assessment, or environmental health & safety in industrial or construction settings. Analytical thinkers who can evaluate exposure data, interpret results against established limits, and clearly explain technical findings. Clear, professional communicators who can discuss technical and regulatory issues with a range of audiences, including in challenging or enforcement‑related situations. Coachable, growth‑oriented individuals who are motivated to build expertise in industrial hygiene field methods, sampling, and exposure assessment. Field‑ready professionals who are comfortable working in active industrial environments (e.g., manufacturing plants, construction sites) and using monitoring equipment in variable conditions. Motivated learners who are eager to complete structured training and develop technical proficiency in industrial hygiene investigations and compliance work.

REQUIRED:

Demonstrated experience with: Air sampling (e.g., personal and area sampling for gases, vapors, particulates) Noise monitoring, ventilation assessment, or similar IH evaluations Interpretation of exposure limits (OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs, ACGIH TLVs, etc.) A valid and unrestricted driver’s license The ability to take action to learn and grow The ability to take action to meet the needs of others To qualify as a CISHI1‑Industrial Hygiene (In‑training): One year of professional industrial hygiene experience after graduation. A Master’s degree in industrial hygiene will substitute for one year of professional experience in industrial hygiene or similar. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, public health, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering (you must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application). OR Any other bachelor’s degree program that contains at least 60 semester hours of creditable subjects, with at least 15 of those hours at the upper level (junior, senior, or graduate level). Creditable subjects are undergraduate or graduate level courses in science, mathematics, engineering, and science‑based technology (you must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application). To qualify as a CISHI2‑Industrial Hygiene (In‑training): Three years of professional industrial hygiene experience after graduation. A Master’s degree in industrial hygiene will substitute for one year of professional experience. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, public health, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering (you must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application). OR Any other bachelor’s degree program that contains at least 60 semester hours of creditable subjects, with at least 15 of those hours at the upper level (junior, senior, or graduate level). Creditable subjects are undergraduate or graduate level courses in science, mathematics, engineering, and science‑based technology (you must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application). To qualify as a CISHI3‑Industrial Hygiene (Goal class): Five years of professional industrial hygiene experience after graduation. A Master’s degree in industrial hygiene will substitute for one year of professional experience. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with one of the following: a bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, public health, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering (you must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application). OR Any other bachelor’s degree program that contains at least 60 semester hours of creditable subjects, with at least 15 of those hours at the upper level (junior, senior, or graduate level). Creditable subjects are undergraduate or graduate level courses in science, mathematics, engineering, and science‑based technology (you must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application). Examples of experience that do NOT meet the above required ‘professional industrial hygiene experience’ include: Direct patient care (CNA, MA, RN, etc.) General healthcare or clinical experience not involving workplace exposure assessment Safety roles that do not include industrial hygiene sampling or exposure evaluation

DESIRED:

CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) Demonstrated leadership in accident investigations, inspections, and regulatory enforcement Strong communication and conflict resolution skills when working with employers, unions, and legal teams 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 contributes 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Washington Dept. of Labor & Industries