Industrial Hygienist

U.S. Secret Service; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 122,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Thrift Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

paid federal holidays

flexible work schedules

Job summary

The U.S. Secret Service, part of the Department of Homeland Security, in Washington, DC, seeks an Industrial Hygienist to perform air quality and exposure monitoring, site inspections, and PPE guidance.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance and collaboration with health teams. Responsibilities include lead/VOC exposure surveys, ventilation system evaluation, fit testing, training, and medical surveillance coordination.

Qualifications

• Submission of transcripts may be required to verify education or training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air quality surveys and personnel air monitoring to determine worker exposure to lead, noise, VOCs, and other aerosols.
• Conduct non-ionizing radiation surveys to determine employee exposure to electromagnetic radiation.
• Perform site inspections to ensure compliance with industry, local, and federal regulations.
• Provide technical guidance on chemical laboratory hoods, ventilation systems, biosafety cabinets, and PPE.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative fit testing; conduct training and respiratory protection guidance; coordinate with medical surveillance.
• Report and develop recommendations for handling environmental and industrial hygiene issues such as wastewater, chemical inventory, hazardous material storage, air permits, and emergency procedures.

Job description

• Department: Department of Homeland Security
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Joining the Secret Service, Office of Human Resources, Safety, Health and Environmental Programs Division will allow you to apply your technical health and safety expertise by conducting facility and equipment surveys and evaluations, monitoring hazards, and ensuring regulatory compliance. For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please click here.

Key Responsibilities

The selectee will serve as an Industrial Hygienist in the Office of Human Resources, Safety, Health and Environmental Programs Division. Typical work assignments include: Conducting air quality surveys and personnel air monitoring to determine worker exposure to lead, noise, volatile organic compounds, and other dust, mists, and vapors.

Conducting non-ionizing ration surveys to determine employee exposure to electromagnetic radiation Working independently to conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with industry, local, and federal regulations. Providing technical guidance on the evaluation and use of chemical laboratory hoods, ventilation systems, biological safety cabinets, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Performing qualitative and quantitative fit testing, conducting hands-on training, providing respiratory protection guidance, and/or coordinating with health professionals for medical surveillance. Working in a team to report on and develop recommendations for the handling of environmental and industrial hygiene issues such as wastewater, chemical inventory, hazardous material storage, air permits, and emergency procedures.

Recruitment Incentive: A recruitment incentive of up to $25,000 is approved for selectees who meet eligibility requirements. Payment of the incentive will be made upon completion of onboarding and is contingent upon the selectee entering into and fulfilling a two-year service agreement.

Requirements & Education

For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for a position by substituting education or training for experience, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted that includes your name, the name of the educational institution, course title(s), number of credits, grade, and date of completion. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.

Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.

• health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance
• retirement plan
• Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• personal leave days
• paid federal holidays
• flexible work schedules
• tuition reimbursement
• transportation subsidies
• uniform allowance
• health and wellness programs
• fitness centers

DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-17.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.