Industrial Hygiene Consultant (Durham County) - Temporary

OSHR Temporary Solutions; North Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

OSHR Temporary Solutions is seeking a temporary Industrial Hygiene Consultant in Durham County, NC. The position reports to the Department of Health and Human Services - Public Health and pays an hourly rate of $34.95, with eligibility considerations based on education and relevant experience.

The assignment emphasizes oversight of staff, review of school and child care facility documentation, and compliance with asbestos and lead-based paint regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene or related field and 3 years of progressive industrial hygiene inspections experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff who provide detailed reports via electronic and manual methods.
• Review documentation from NC Public Schools and Licensed Child Care Facilities; know asbestos and lead-based paint regulatory requirements.
• Assist with reimbursing funds and report findings to management and other agencies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene or related field

Job description

Agency Office of State Human Resources Division Temporary Solutions Job Classification Title Industrial Hygiene Consultant (S) Position Number Grade NC16

About Us

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.

Description of Work Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position.

Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).

For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org.

Visitwww.nctemporarysolutions.comfor employment information.

Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position.

All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.

Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job.

OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs.

Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.

This temporary position is located at 65 Moore Drive - Durham County, with the Department of Health and Human Services - Public Health.

Job Order

Hourly Rate of Pay: $34.95 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).

Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

Job Duties Include, but are not limited to the following:

• This position will be responsible for overseeing additional staff who provide detailed reports through electronic and manual methods.
• Review all documentation submitted by NC Public Schools and Licensed Child Care Facilities, have knowledge of asbestos and lead‑based paint regulatory requirements, contracts, design specifications, inspection reports and clearance reports.
• This position will work with others to confirm reimbursement of approved funds and report findings to management and other agencies will be assigned as needed to assist with administering this program.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, occupational safety & health, biology, chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive experience in industrial hygiene inspections: or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina.

We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees.

Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post‑secondary degree.

Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

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