Safety Specialist, Central Programs

Central Plateau Cleanup Company; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Central Plateau Cleanup Company is seeking a Senior Safety Specialist for the Central Programs group in Richland, WA. The role focuses on leading OS program management, policy development, and compliance across CPCCo projects on the Hanford site.

You will conduct field assessments, advise on OS matters, and present focus-area training to diverse teams, contributing to safe operations and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 9+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide OS program guidance and policy development.
• Conduct OS field assessments and inspections to verify compliance.
• Develop and maintain OS records and reports to meet requirements.
• Deliver presentations on OS focus areas to stakeholders.

Skills

OS Program Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Safety Specialist, Central Programs

Position Number: 41444

Company: Central Plateau Cleanup Comp

City/State: Richland, WA

Location: Hanford, WA (200E)

Posted: 08/25/2026

Closes: 09/15/2026

Job Duties/Scope Of Work

Work Safe, Make a Difference, and Be a Part of History with the CPCCo Team!
At the Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are working to provide a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area through the protection of the Columbia River and the remediation of the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we need exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex. If you would like to work with a highly skilled workforce to achieve unique and challenging goals that critically impact our environment and community, this is your chance to be a part of our legacy!

Our Occupational Safety and Industrial Hygiene (OS&IH) team is seeking a Senior Safety Specialist within our Central Programs Group who has the ability to provide industry-leading support to the various CPCCo Projects across the plateau. The Central OS&IH Programs team develops, maintains, and verifies that the CPCCo is performing work safely in a manner consistent with company and DOE standards. If you are a professional who wants to be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, and excellence is rewarded, we want to talk to you! Consider our award-winning safety leadership, ethics, reputation, and commitment to continuous improvement and you will see that safety goes beyond our team.

• Providing technical authority to manage Occupational Safety (OS) programs as assigned, authoring interpretations and representing CPCCo on company and site committees.
• Developing, reviewing and implementing OS Program policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, regulations and orders from regulating entities.
• Advising, consulting, guiding and assisting individuals and organizations in OS matters.
• Obtaining, maintaining and applying the necessary skills and knowledge of OS aspects as assigned to diverse work activities such as operations, construction, maintenance, drilling, modification, fabrication, environmental restoration and deactivation and decommissioning.
• Conducting OS field assessments, inspections and walk downs to evaluate conditions and ensure compliance.
• Developing and maintaining records, reports and documents that may be required to meet corporate or regulatory requirements.
• Providing OS oversight to direct and subcontracted work activities as assigned.
• Developing and providing presentations on focus areas and topics related to OS.

Basic Qualifications

Senior Level Grade 19: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 9 or more years of relevant experience.

Principal Level Grade 20: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with 10 or more years of relevant experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional.
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, or other related field.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.

Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):

• Senior Level Grade 19: $101,950 - $163,050
• Principal Level Grade 20: $112,250 - $179,500

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay awards.

CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/Careers

• A casual-dress work environment, where jeans are a regular thing.
• A standard 4-10's work schedule and a great community (https://www.visittri-cities.com/) that allows for long weekends and recharging on the Columbia River, on a golf course, at 200+ surrounding wineries, or at other Pacific Northwest destinations where fishing, hunting, snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor sporting opportunities are in abundance.
• CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and abides by federal, state, and local statutory requirements, including CFR 41 60-1.4 - Equal Opportunity, CFR 41 60-300.5 - Veterans, CFR 41 60-741.5 - Disabilities, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

CPCCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants and prohibits discrimination without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, pregnancy status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and terms of employment.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) while applying for a position with CPCCo, please e-mail ^CPCCo_EEO. Note: Please do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.

If you have any difficulties while applying for a position, please send an email to ^CPCCo Human Resources.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
• Family Medical Leave Act
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act
• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave

Relocation Funding Provided: No

U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes

Clearance Required: No

Job Classification: Exempt

Shift Work Required: No