DOSH Safety & Health Investigator (Field)

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is recruiting a Compliance Industrial Safety & Health Investigator (CISHI3) to join the DOSH team in Washington. The role includes a structured in-training plan, 360+ hours of classroom instruction, field mentorship, and on‑the‑job investigations aimed at building independent investigative and inspection skills.

Travel between worksites is required; the incumbent will operate a state vehicle and may receive mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• A valid and unrestricted driver's license.
• Ability to take action to learn and grow.
• Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Five years’ experience as a DOSH Compliance Industrial Safety and Health Investigator or equivalent safety/industrial hygiene role.
• CIH or CSP certifications acceptable.
• Five years of related safety/industrial hygiene experience or seven years in related fields.
• Bachelor of Science degree in occupational safety and health or similar with qualifying experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety and health investigations across private and public sectors, including complex cases.
• Complete inspections and investigation reports with proper classification of violations and penalties.
• Support statewide policy and enforcement consistency with DOSH leadership and other agencies.
• Conduct inspections and provide technical expertise on challenging cases.
• Manage workloads, analyze data trends, and contribute to safety program improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety

Industrial Hygiene

Communication

Leadership

Public service

Education

B.S. in Occupational Safety & Health / Industrial Hygiene or similar

Job description

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is recruiting a Compliance Industrial Safety & Health Investigator (CISHI3) to join the DOSH team in Washington. The role includes a structured in-training plan, 360+ hours of classroom instruction, field mentorship, and on‑the‑job investigations aimed at building independent investigative and inspection skills.

Travel between worksites is required; the incumbent will operate a state vehicle and may receive mileage reimbursement.