Internal Training Specialist (Industrial Hygienist 3)

State of Oregon; Tigard (OR); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public service

Work-life balance

11 paid holidays a year

Career advancement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The State of Oregon is seeking an Internal Training Specialist (Industrial Hygienist 3) to assess training needs and design programs that support Oregon OSHA’s staff development goals.

You will facilitate training sessions, advise on training strategies, and provide support for other divisions conducting training for employers and employees. This role may be located in Salem or field offices and may offer partial telework after proficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating and delivering staff training.
• Knowledge of Oregon OSHA or federal OSHA rules.
• Experience developing curricula for training programs.
• Subject matter expertise in topics such as heat, silica, lead, asbestos, BBP, ventilation, and respiratory protection.

Responsibilities

• Assess training needs and design training and processes to support Oregon OSHA staff development goals.
• Facilitate training meetings and projects.
• Advise and develop training strategies at management requests.
• Provide support for training across divisions.

Skills

Safety training coordination

OSHA rules knowledge

Curriculum development

Industrial hygiene topics

Education

Master’s degree in Industrial Hygiene

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene

Associate degree in Industrial Hygiene

Job description

Position Title: Internal Training Specialist (Industrial Hygienist 3). Position Type: Employee

Salary Range: $5,988 - $9,191.

Work location: This position will be located in the Salem Central Office or one of the field offices in Salem, Portland, Eugene, Bend, or Medford. The location will be based on the successful candidate’s location and finalized when the job offer is made.

What’s in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is eligible to telework on a part-time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you will do: As an Internal Training Specialist, you will assess training needs of staff, and research, design, and develop training and training processes to support Oregon OSHA’s staff development goals and needs. You will also facilitate training meetings and projects, advise and develop training strategies at the request of management, and provide support services for other Division units conducting training for employers and employees.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience with a federal or state occupational safety and health organization performing duties comparable to an Oregon OSHA Industrial Hygienist 2
• Five years of industrial health program experience (at least two years must be professional level industrial health program experience)
• A master’s degree with courses (45 quarter hours or 32 semester hours) in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Chemistry, a physical or biological science, Ergonomics, or Industrial Engineering and one year of professional level industrial health program experience
• A bachelor's degree with courses (45 quarter hours or 32 semester hours) in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Chemistry, a physical or biological science, Ergonomics, or Industrial Engineering and two years of professional level industrial health program experience
• An associate degree in industrial Hygiene and three- and one-half years of industrial health program experience (at least two years must be professional level industrial health program experience)

Requested Skills

• Demonstrated experience coordinating and conducting safety training
• Demonstrated knowledge of Oregon OSHA or federal OSHA rules
• Demonstrated experience developing curriculum
• Subject material expertise in topics such as heat, silica, lead, asbestos, BBP, ventilation, flammable liquids, respiratory protection, noise or spray finishing

Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. This information may be required after the interview process, depending on the requirements of the position.

The successful candidate must have a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Before an offer of employment, DCBS may request that you provide an official driving record. This position is subject to a fingerprint background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job‑related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. DCBS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

DCBS is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. For more information, please visit our diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging webpage.

Helpful links and contact information: Learn more about DCBS, DCBS Career Fairs and Workshops, Understanding the State Application Process, Help and Support webpage. For more information you may contact us by e-mail at [e-mail].

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

This position is with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA). Oregon OSHA is responsible for assuring safe and healthful working conditions for Oregon workers through promulgation and enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, and by providing education and consultation to employees and employers.

This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.

Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, an employee pay assessment will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The assessment will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range. The salary range listed is the non-PERS eligible rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible after 6 months of employment, the salary range will increase by 6.95% and the required 6% employee retirement contribution will be deducted from your pay.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services does not offer VISA sponsorships. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet our agency employment eligibility standards.

We hire preferred workers! For more information, visit our website: Preferred Worker Program.

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