Occupational Safety & Health Professional 3

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State University is seeking an Occupational Safety & Health Professional 3 (OSHP3) to develop, coordinate and administer major components of Environmental Service programs at the Pullman campus. This full-time, permanent role focuses on managing toxic materials and hazardous wastes, and evaluating laboratories and facilities to minimize hazards.

The OSHP3 will write and conduct in-service training for the University community to ensure regulatory compliance and provide high-level

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene or closely related field.
• Master’s degree in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, or related field with relevant experience.
• Four years of paid occupational/industrial safety related professional experience OR two years as an Occupational Safety and Health Professional 2 in DOSH.
• Four years of full-time journey level paid occupational/industrial safety related experience in government, military or public health work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and administer major components of Environmental Service programs including the management of toxic materials and hazardous wastes.
• Develop, write, and conduct in-service training for the University community to assure compliance with regulations.
• Utilize and provide high level skill, knowledge and expertise in data analysis, industry trends and health hazard information to inform safety practices.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene or closely related field

Master’s degree in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, or related field

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:

August 23, 2026

Available Title(s)

392G-NN_CS_NPS - Occupational Safety & Health Professional 3

Business Title

Occupational Safety & Health Professional 3

Employee Type

Classified

Position Details

The Opportunity

This Occupational Safety & Health Professional 3 (OSHP3) position is a technical specialist who is responsible for developing, coordinating and administering the implementation of major components of Environmental Service programs including the management of toxic materials and hazardous wastes. As the OSHP3, you will develop and implement studies and evaluations of research/teaching laboratories and maintenance activities and facilities to minimize hazards to people and levels of community pollutants. You will develop, write, and conduct in-service training for the University community to assure compliance with regulations. As the OSHP3, you will utilize and provide high level skill, knowledge and expertise in the research, review and analysis of data, industry trends and state of the art information on health hazard and community pollutant issues.

Additional Information

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime ineligible.

Monthly Salary

$6,384.00 to $8,583.00 | Range 63 (Steps A-M) | Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with WAC 357-28.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Classified staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene or closely related field.

AND

Four (4) years of paid occupational/industrial safety related professional experience OR two (2) years as an Occupational Safety and Health Professional 2 in DOSH.

OR

Master’s Degree from an accredited university in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, or similar field AND two (2) years of paid occupational/industrial safety related professional experience.

OR

Four (4) years of full-time journey level paid occupational/industrial safety related experience in government, military or public health work environment.

Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and meet requirements under SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards to fulfill job responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

A Master’s degree involving major study in industrial hygiene or related field.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department

https://ehs.wsu.edu/ and https://facilities.wsu.edu/

Area/College

Facilities Services

Department Name

Environmental Health and Safety

Location

Pullman, WA 99164

About Facilities Services (WSU Pullman)

Facilities Services’ primary mission is the stewardship, maintenance, and operations of the campus buildings, grounds, and utilities on the Pullman campus. We aspire to be the service provider of choice and the employer of choice. We believe in developing solutions of lasting value through robust dialogue and collaboration with our campus partners and industry. Our staff of skilled trades-people, custodians, architects, engineers, interior designers, and support staff strive to demonstrate our commitment to integrity and professionalism.

Working at WSU

As one of the nation’s top public research institutions, Washington State University (WSU) conducts research that improves the lives of people in Washington, the United States, and across the globe. When you make the choice to join WSU, you are joining a community committed to making a positive difference in the lives of others. You will join a team of faculty and staff dedicated to bringing the world the next generation of innovators, leaders, health care providers, and citizens.

The university offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees including health care and dental care options, retirement plans, long-term disability insurance, paid time off, professional development and a host of work/life quality programs. In addition, eligible employees may apply for a tuition waiver for many academic classes offered on campus.

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type

Full time

Position Term

12 Month

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

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More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/