Youngstown - Industrial Safety Hygienist 4 (PN 20068147)

BWC’s core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work on-site at one of BWC’s seven offices across the state. BWC offers flex-time work schedules that allow an employee to start the day as early as 7:00am or as late as 8:30am. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Conducting complex & comprehensive industrial hygiene (IH) surveys (e.g., assess air contaminants, noise, heat stress, ventilation, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)) at employer worksites;
  
• Preparing technical written reports detailing IH sampling results and actionable recommendations;
  
• Creating and delivering occupational safety & health training;
  
• Providing IH subject matter content & review for internal and external communications;
  
• Identifying potential safety and/or ergonomic risks and making referrals to safety consultants or ergonomists, as appropriate;
  
• Supporting Division of Safety & Hygiene outreach initiatives such as the Safety Intervention Grant, Ohio Safety Congress and Safety Council programs.
  

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
  
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
  
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
  
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
  
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
  
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
  

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
  

QualificationsTo Qualify, You Must Clearly Demonstrate:

• Completion of undergraduate core program in environmental health, physical/natural science or engineering AND 12 mos. exp. in private sector or other governmental agency performing same or comparable duties of Industrial Safety Hygienist 3, 24473 AND valid driver's license.
  
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Industrial Safety Hygienist 3, 24473 AND valid driver's license.
  
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
  

Major Worker Characteristics:

Knowledge of: employee training & development, safety practices, public relations, BWC policies & procedures*,industrial health/safety practices, rules & regulations, principles of safety management, chemistry toxicology & basic engineering principle (ventilation, machine guarding, etc.).

Skill in: operation of typical office equipment such as computer, calculator, digital camera, printer, scanner & photocopier. Comprehensive skill in operation of industrial hygiene assessment equipment including, but not limited to: sound level meter, octave band analyzer, acoustical calibrator, noise dosimeter, multi-flow air sampling pumps, primary & secondary calibrators for air sampling pumps, direct-reading aerosol monitors, toxic/flammable gas monitors and associated calibration devices, heat/cold stress monitors, indoor air quality (IAQ) monitors, air velocity/air flow meters, moisture meters and infrared camera.

Ability to: deal with many variables & determine specific action, read, copy & record figures accurately, use statistical analysis, complete routine forms, understand manuals & verbal instructions, technical in nature, prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports, use proper research methods in gathering data, prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public, write &/or edit articles for publication, write &/or edit technical, scientific or advanced literary publications, gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things, handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public.

(*) Developed after employment.

Non-Standard Work Hours

POSITION REQUIRES TRAVEL THEREFORE, PERSONS OCCUPYING THIS POSITION MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION &/OR LEGALLY OPERATE A STATE OWNED VEHICLE..

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Occasional overnight travel required; occasionally exposed to chemical, physical and/or biological hazards.

Supplemental InformationEEO & ADA Statement:

The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees due to protected classes as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order.

The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment opportunities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Kathleen Bourke at 614-644-7811 or by email to: eeodept@bwc.state.oh.us.

BWC OCSEA Selection Rights:

This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. BWC bargaining unit members have selection rights before non-bargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.

Salary Information:

Hourly wage is expected to be paid at step 1 of the pay range associated with the position for candidates who are new employees of the state. Current employees of the state will be placed in the appropriate step based on any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code. Movement to the next step of the pay range (a roughly 4% increase) will occur after six months, assuming job performance is acceptable. Thereafter, an employee will advance one step in the pay range every year until the highest step of the pay range is reached. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements begin after five (5) years of state service.

Transportation:

Position may require travel; therefore, persons occupying this position must be able to provide own transportation &/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.

Educational Transcripts:

For any educational achievements to be considered during the screening process, you must at least attach an unofficial transcript that details the coursework you have completed.

All applicants must submit an Ohio Civil Service Application using the online Ohio Hiring Management System. Paper applications will not be accepted.

Background Check:

Prior to an offer of employment, the final applicant will be required to sign a background check authorization form and undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.

All final applicants selected for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.