L&I DOSH Fire-Resistant Materials Application Program Specialist 2 (PS2)

Full Job Description

Our Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!
Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability

Help Strengthen a Growing Statewide Safety Program

The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), runs Washington’s workplace safety and health program. As a State Plan partner with Federal OSHA, we protect workers across the state and help employers meet high safety standards.

We are hiring a Program Specialist to support our Fire Resistant Material Applicator (FRMA) Certification Program, a new statewide certification program created by House Bill 1323 (Chapter 145, Laws of 2023).

The unit is already up and running, but it is still evolving. Processes are being refined. Systems are being improved. Workflows are being built in real time. This is a great opportunity for someone who is steady, adaptable, and comfortable helping shape a growing program.

If you like meaningful public service work and don’t mind rolling up your sleeves in a developing environment, this role could be a strong fit.

Learn more about DOSH here: 50 Years of DOSH

Why This Role Matters

The FRMA Certification Program applies to businesses and workers across Washington who install fire-resistant coatings. Your work directly supports public safety by ensuring workers are properly trained and certified.

You will interact with contractors, training providers, businesses, and other stakeholders throughout the state. Clear communication and professionalism are very important as many of the people you assist will be navigating certification requirements and new technology for the first time.

You won’t just follow a checklist. You will:

• Explain certification requirements in plain language
• Support customers as they use new systems and processes
• Track applications and data carefully
• Identify patterns or issues and suggest improvements
• Jump in to help where needed as workload shifts

Requirements

What You’ll Do

Key responsibilities include:

• Review applications and grant or deny certification using the FRMA tracking system
• Verify qualifications and compliance with state rules and policies
• Research and resolve complaints related to approved training classes and issued certificates
• Gather and evaluate information related to possible probation, decertification, or revocation decisions
• Draft and edit correspondence to certificate holders, course sponsors, and trainers
• Organize and produce records for public records requests
• Serve as records retention coordinator for the program
• Help refine processes and recommend improvements as the program continues to develop
• And much more!

This role requires strong organization, sound judgment, and the ability to track and analyze information accurately.

The Work Environment

DOSH values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. This team shares information openly and works together to solve problems. The assigned office location for this position is Tumwater, WA.

We also value work-life balance:

• Flexible schedules (4/10s, 9/80s, 5/8s) once fully trained and approved
• 1 day per week in office; remaining days telework

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

AND one of the following:

OR

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DESIRED:

If you are adaptable, organized, curious, and motivated by meaningful public safety work, we encourage you to APPLY NOW!

Research suggests that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they are confident, they meet 100% of the listed qualifications.

We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply, and allow us to evaluate your combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated using an intentional equity lens.

See all of our current L&I DOSH position openings here: Current L&I DOSH open positions

Additional Information

Things You Need To Know

State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee’s career. Click on the “Benefits” tab to learn more.

At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.

Application process

We will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position.

Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.

Please include the following documents with your application:

Background Check Notice:

Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.

Other information

Did You Know?

Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.

In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters.

We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.

Veterans Preference

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I’s Jobs@lni.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contributes to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest source of strength and knowledge.

It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer.

Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700.

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You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.

For more Information

If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact the recruiter, Lori Hensin (she/her/hers) at lori.hensin@lni.wa.gov.