Safety & Health Program Lead

Smithsonian Institution; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Smithsonian Institution seeks a Safety and Occupational Health Specialist to manage staff, visitor, and volunteer safety programs and oversee occupational health services for staff at the institution's sites.

Responsibilities include participating in safety committees, investigating incidents, training on chemical management, and ensuring MSDS records are current and properly stored.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in safety, occupational health, or related field with relevant coursework.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-7 in safety/occupational health.
• Experience implementing safety programs, incidents investigations, and staff training.

Responsibilities

• Participate in in-house safety committee and recommend accident prevention measures.
• Investigate incidents, prepare written reports, and educate staff on procedures.
• Train staff on inventorying chemicals and maintaining MSDS library, labeling and storage.

Skills

Safety program management

Incident investigation

Staff training

Hazardous materials handling

Policy development

Education

Safety/occupational health education

Job description

The Smithsonian Institution seeks a Safety and Occupational Health Specialist to manage staff, visitor, and volunteer safety programs and oversee occupational health services for staff at the institution's sites.

Responsibilities include participating in safety committees, investigating incidents, training on chemical management, and ensuring MSDS records are current and properly stored.