Title: Occupational Safety and Health Specialist 3 - Industrial Hygienist Location: Seattle United States Job Description: Salary $71,472.00 - $96,144.00 Annually Location King County - Seattle - Downtown Business, WA Job Type Full Time - Permanent Remote Employment Flexible/Hybrid Job Number 26DOT-HQ-04779 Department Dept. of Transportation Division Headquarters - Description - Benefits - Questions Description About WSDOT The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the worlds longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation! The Opportunity WSDOT is seeking a senior-level Occupational Safety and Health Specialist 3 (OSHSPEC3) to support the agency's Industrial Hygiene (IH) Program by identifying, evaluating, and helping control occupational health hazards across agency facilities, operations, properties, and construction and maintenance worksites statewide. This position will serve as a subject matter expert on industrial hygiene regulations, policies, and best practices, support compliance with applicable state and federal health and safety requirements and manage assigned sections of the WSDOT Safety Manual to ensure program effectiveness and continuous improvement. In support of WSDOT's mission and strategic goals, this role will promote safe and healthy workplaces while fostering workforce equity, inclusion, employee well-being, and organizational health. The successful candidate will possess strong technical expertise in industrial hygiene, sound judgment, and the capacity to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the OSHSPEC3 will: - Assist in the development and implementation of an effective occupational health program with the goal of eliminating or minimizing occupational illness risks for WSDOT employees. - Assist in developing and implementing an exposure evaluation program to identify and control health hazards and maintain compliance with occupational health regulatory requirements. - Conduct research on ways to address new occupational health hazards and ensure minimal risk exposures. - Provide exposure evaluation for occupational health hazards to effectively identify where exposure may exceed acceptable risk. - Provide professionally written reports to notify represented employees and managers of findings, conclusions, and any control recommendations. - Conduct compliance assessment and testing in high-risk or unusual hazardous environments, evaluate risk or exposure levels, assess risk in relation to occupational health and safety standards. - Coordinate required occupational health medical evaluations, which may include silica, lead, hexavalent chromium, respiratory protection, audiology, and homeless encampment excursions. - Assist regional Safety with respirator fit testing. - Provide training to staff to recognize and control health hazards to which they may be exposed as part of their duties. Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required: - Regulatory Knowledge & Application: Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA/WSHA, RCW, WAC, and related compliance regulations with the ability to interpret and apply them to workplace IH programs, inspections, and the development of corrective actions. - Safety Program Development & Management: Extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive safety programs, including policy development, recordkeeping, compliance monitoring, risk assessment, and/or safety committee operations. - Inspection & Hazard Identification: Advanced skills in conducting work-zone, construction, and facility inspections, identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and recommending corrective actions that ensure employee and public safety. - Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis: Proven ability to apply accident investigation techniques, conduct root cause analysis, and prepare reports that identify trends and recommend preventive strategies. - Training & Education: Experience in developing and delivering safety training using adult learning principles, adapting materials to diverse audiences and ensuring knowledge retention. - Collaboration & Interpersonal Skills: Proven skills maintaining effective working relationships with officials, employees, and the public; working effectively with stakeholders inside and outside the agency; and demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills. - Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Applied expertise in analyzing safety and health data, statistics, identifying trends, and recommending program improvements that enhance safety culture and organizational performance. Proven experience with Microsoft Office Products. - Decision-Making & Authority: Demonstrated experience in exercising independent judgment, including stop work authority to address unsafe conditions, while maintaining confidentiality and balancing operational needs. - Growth Mindset & Service-Oriented: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth. Takes action to meet the needs of others. The following qualifications are also required: - A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles. It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate/have: - Advanced IH Expertise: Experience applying professional industrial hygiene standards, guidance, and best practices to support workplace health and safety programs, hazard mitigation, and employee protection typically obtained through extensive experience working as an IH and/or formal education. - IH Program Application: Demonstrated ability to identify, evaluate, and recommend controls for occupational health hazards through industrial hygiene monitoring, risk assessment, data interpretation, and regulatory compliance activities. - IH Certification(s): Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a recognized professional industrial hygiene certification such as Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST), Board Certified Environmental Engineer - Industrial Hygiene (BCEE), or equivalent credential. - Safety Professional Certification(s): Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, an Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent occupational safety certification. Important Notes - This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options. Regular travel around the state but mostly in the western WSDOT regions will be required to complete essential job functions. - In addition to the salary range listed, a general wage increase of 2% will be applied for all state employees on July 1, 2026. - This position may be eligible for an additional 5% premium for residents of King County. - This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs. - In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code. - WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov Why WSDOT - Work-Life Balance - We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions. - Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year! - Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. - Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information. Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT? How to Apply Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application: - An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date. - An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role. - Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment. Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity. WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter. Contact Us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Robyn.Lovely@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 26DOT-HQ-04779 in the subject line. 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. Thats 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, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) 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 01-07-2026 01 Regulatory Knowledge & Application: Please briefly describe your experience interpreting and applying OSHA/WISHA, RCW, WAC, or other occupational safety and health regulations to workplace programs, inspections, or corrective actions. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A. 02 Please select the option that best describes your experience applying occupational safety and health regulations. - I have served as a recognized subject matter expert, interpreting regulations, advising leadership, developing compliance strategies, and resolving complex regulatory issues. - I have independently interpreted and applied regulations, conduct compliance reviews, and recommended corrective actions for a variety of workplace situations. - I have regularly applied established regulations and procedures to support inspections, investigations, or program activities. - I have limited experience applying occupational safety and health regulations. - I have no experience applying occupational safety and health regulations. 03 Safety Program Development & Management: Please select the option that best describes your experience developing and managing safety programs. - I have led comprehensive safety programs, including policy development, compliance oversight, risk assessment, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. - I have independently developed and managed multiple components of a safety program, including policies, procedures, inspections, and recordkeeping systems. - I have supported safety program administration and implementation under established policies and procedures. - I have limited experience supporting safety programs. - I have no experience with safety program development or management. 04 Inspection & Hazard Identification: Please select the option that best describes your experience conducting inspections and identifying workplace hazards. - I have led complex inspections, evaluate high-risk hazards, determine corrective actions, and provided technical guidance to others. - I have independently conducted investigations, determined root causes, and prepared reports with recommendations. - I have participated in investigations and assisted with gathering facts and preparing documentation. - I have limited experience conducting incident investigations. - I have no experience conducting incident investigations. 05 Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis: Please select the option that best describes your experience conducting incident investigations. - I have led complex investigations, performed root cause analyses, identified trends, and developed organization-wide prevention strategies. - I have independently conducted investigations, determined root causes, and prepared reports with recommendations. - I have participated in investigations and assisted with gathering facts and preparing documentation. - I have limited experience conducting incident investigations. - I have no experience conducting incident investigations. 06 Training & Education: Please select the option that best describes your experience developing and delivering safety training. - I have designed, developed, and delivered comprehensive training programs for diverse audiences and evaluate training effectiveness. - I have regularly developed and delivered safety training and adapted content to meet audience needs. - I have delivered established training materials and provided safety-related instruction. - I have limited experience providing safety training. - I have no experience developing or delivering safety training. 07 Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Please select the option that best describes your experience analyzing safety and health data. - I have led analysis of complex safety and health data, identified trends, developed metrics, and recommended strategic program improvements. - I have independently analyzed data, identified trends, and recommended operational improvements. - I have routinely collected, reviewed, and reported safety or health data. - I have limited experience analyzing safety or health data. - I have no experience analyzing safety or health data. 08 Please briefly describe your experience using specific applications and how you have used them to analyze, track, or present safety-related information. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A. 09 Advanced IH Expertise: Please select the option that best describes your industrial hygiene experience. - I served as a lead technical resource for industrial hygiene programs and provided expert guidance on complex occupational health issues. - I have independently conducted advanced industrial hygiene activities and provided recommendations on exposure controls and hazard mitigation. - I have supported industrial hygiene activities under established procedures and guidance. - I have limited industrial hygiene experience. - I have no industrial hygiene experience. 10 Please briefly describe your industrial hygiene experience, including occupational health hazards assessed and monitoring conducted. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A. 11 IH Program Application: Please select the option that best describes your experience applying industrial hygiene principles. - I have led complex exposure assessments, monitoring programs, risk evaluations, and regulatory compliance activities. - I have independently identified, evaluated, and recommended controls for occupational health hazards. - I have assisted with industrial hygiene monitoring, assessments, or data collection activities. - I have limited experience applying industrial hygiene principles. - I have no experience applying industrial hygiene principles. 12 IH Certification(s): Do you currently possess a professional industrial hygiene certification such as CIH, OHST, BCEE, or an equivalent credential? If yes, please list them below. Otherwise, please enter N/A. 13 Safety Professional Certification(s): Do you currently possess an ASP, CSP, or equivalent occupational safety certification? If yes, please list them below. Otherwise, please enter N/A. 14 Please select the response that best describes your highest level of completed education. - I have a master's degree or higher. - I have a bachelor's degree. - I have an associate's degree. - I have a high school diploma or equivalent. - None of the above 15 If you indicated completion of a degree, please list your degree and field of study. Otherwise, enter N/A. 16 Do you have a valid drivers license? - Yes - No 17 How did you learn of this employment opportunity? - Indeed - LinkedIn - Direct Email Notification - WSDOT social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc) - Career Fair - Monster - WorkSource - Handshake - AASHTO - NACTO - COMTO - APWA - "NOW HIRING" banner/sign - Radio advertisement - WSDOT Employment Site - Careers.wa.gov - governmentjobs.com - Other (specify below) 18 If you selected Other on the previous question, please specify how you learned of this employment opportunity in the space provided: Required Question Employer State of Washington Address View Job Posting for Agency Information View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504