Industrial Hygienist

San Francisco Department of Public Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Industrial Hygienist to ensure the health and safety of the community. This role involves advising on hazardous materials, conducting evaluations of workplace safety, and developing training programs. You will collaborate with various departments to implement health and safety regulations, ensuring compliance and promoting public health. If you are passionate about environmental health and safety, and ready to make a difference in the community, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a mission-driven team committed to enhancing the well-being of all citizens.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Hygiene or related field required.
• 2 years of professional experience in industrial hygiene activities.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical advisor on hazardous materials.
• Conduct surveys and evaluations of workplace hazards.
• Develop health and safety training programs.

Skills

Industrial Hygiene

Hazardous Materials Management

Occupational Safety

Risk Assessment

Environmental Health

Public Speaking

Education

Master’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences

Tools

Industrial Hygiene Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

YOU MUST APPLY USING THE LINK PROVIDED BELOW:

https://careers.sf.gov/l?go=1LMojh1i

Role description

1. Serves as a technical advisor to departmental management and other personnel in identifying, containing, and regulating the use and storage of hazardous materials, and in developing and implementing inspection practices and procedures.
2. Investigates and evaluates health and safety hazards and coordinates remedial action with representatives from various City departments, other agencies, businesses, and the public.
3. Conducts surveys of potentially hazardous workplace operations, including monitoring physical, biological, and chemical agents, evaluating results, recommending corrective actions, and preparing reports.
4. Anticipates, identifies, evaluates, and controls occupational safety and health and environmental hazards for personnel working in proximity to hazardous waste remediation or hazardous materials.
5. Develops, modifies, implements, or maintains health and safety programs for City employees.
6. Develops policies and procedures for responding to hazardous materials incidents and implementation of environmental health and safety laws, codes, and regulations.
7. Develops and conducts health and safety training programs concerning the proper use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and regulation of hazardous materials.
8. Advises program and departmental management on public health and safety, the handling and containment of hazardous materials incidents, and evaluation procedures.
9. Provides technical support in recognizing, evaluating, and controlling health, environmental, and safety hazards.
10. Coordinates and enforces compliance with applicable laws, policies, procedures, and regulations.
11. Assists in administrative tasks related to the implementation of ordinances, codes, and other regulations.
12. Compiles data, prepares reports and notices of violation and maintains technical reference materials and records.
13. Maintains Respiratory Protection Program, including recommending appropriate respiratory protection, fit testing, coordinating medical examinations and maintaining records.
14. Conducts and participates in public meetings about industrial hygiene.
15. Investigates noise complaints, takes sound level measurements, and reviews complex noise issues involving residents and employees within the City and County of San Francisco.
16. Reviews ventilation system designs to determine the best engineering control practices. Conducts monitoring of ventilation systems using airflow and pressure meters. Uses measurements to evaluate the effectiveness of local exhaust and heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
17. Conducts measurements of physical hazards such as heat, noise, and radiation using industrial hygiene equipment. Uses measurements to evaluate personnel exposures to physical hazards.
18. The 6138 Industrial Hygienist may perform other duties as required.

How to qualify

1. Education:Possession of a Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety and Health; Environmental Sciences, Health, or Management; or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Applicant’s college level (undergraduate or masters) coursework must include a minimum of 6 semesters of any combination of chemistry, biology, and/or physics;AND

2. Experience:Two (2) years of professional industrial experience equivalent to the level of City and County of San Francisco classes 6137 Assistant Industrial Hygienist or higher, which must have included professional industrial hygiene activities including either hazardous materials management or identification, evaluation, and control of occupational health hazards, such as noise, radiation, asbestos, various chemicals, etc.;AND

3. License and Certification:Possession of a valid driver’s license; if not a California driver’s license ability to obtain a California Driver’s License within 45 days of hire.

Substitution:

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Sciences, Health, or Management; Occupational Safety & Health; or in a closely related major (examples include but are not limited to toxicology; chemistry, physics; biology; or mechanical, chemical, or environmental engineering) which includes a minimum of 6 semesters of any combination of chemistry, biology, and/or physics, if accompanied by three (3) years of professional industrial experience equivalent to the level of City and County of San Francisco classes 6137 Assistant Industrial Hygienist or higher, which must have included professional industrial hygiene activities including either hazardous materials management or identification, evaluation, and control of occupational health hazards, such as noise, radiation, asbestos, various chemicals, etc.;OR

2.Certification by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene as a Certified Industrial Hygienist in the comprehensive practice of Industrial Hygiene may substitute for the required education and experience.

What else should I know?

Selection Procedures:
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):Candidates will be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Assessment Component
Oral Examination (Weight: 100%):Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the oral examination that is designed to measure the knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas which may include but not be limited to:

• Knowledge of Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials management; identification of chemicals, physical, and biological agents and assessment of chemical, physical, and biological hazards; knowledge of chemical, physical, and biological sampling and analysis theory and practice; and professional standards, procedures, and methods concerning the safe handling, storage
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relating to the environment, occupational health & safety, and hazardous materials.
• Ability to develop and conduct technical training.
• Ability to conduct ergonomic hazard assessments.
• Ability to work around and with hazardous materials, physical agents, and biological agents.
• Ability to lift, carry, and use standard industrial hygiene equipment and personal protective equipment, including respirators.
• Ability to enter and work in confined spaces such as tunnels, crawl spaces, or sewers, and ability to work in hot and cold environments and elevated heights.
• Ability to climb ladders, walk on scaffolding, and work on construction sites with uneven walking surfaces.
• Knowledge of common noise metrics, units of sound level measurements, and equations for noise exposure calculations
• Ability to estimate and calculate airflows and static pressure in relation to mechanical systems.
• Ability to make independent decisions on protective controls for workers exposed to hazardous stressors, such as noise, radiation, and hazardous biological and hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to communicate with individuals or groups in a clear, organized, and persuasive fashion; make persuasive oral presentations; listen to others; adapt communication to audience.
• Ability to prepare reports, memos, and correspondence that are clear and well written; accurately complete forms, logs, and other work documents.
• Ability to effectively interact, develop, and maintain cooperative working relations with supervisors, coworkers, subordinates, and the public.

Company Description

The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of two main Divisions – the San Francisco Health Network and Population Health.

The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers.

With a broad community focus, the ultimate goal of the Population Health Division is to ensure that San Franciscans have optimal health and wellness at every stage of life, and to achieve this, the Division is comprised of various branches dedicated to core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco, such as health protection and promotion, disease and injury prevention, disaster preparedness and response, and environmental health services.

Company Description

The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of two main Divisions – the San Francisco Health Network and Population Health.

The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers.

With a broad community focus, the ultimate goal of the Population Health Division is to ensure that San Franciscans have optimal health and wellness at every stage of life, and to achieve this, the Division is comprised of various branches dedicated to core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco, such as health protection and promotion, disease and injury prevention, disaster preparedness and response, and environmental health services.