L&I DOSH Industrial Hygiene Compliance Investigator 3 (CISHI3-IH) In-Training Reg 1

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

*CISHI1 Monthly Salary Range 56: $5,271.00 to $7,082.00*

*CISHI2 Monthly Salary Range 60: $5,812.00 to $7,817.00*

*CISHI3 Monthly Salary Range 63: $6,735.00 to $9,065.00*

*Salary depends on qualifications

**In addition to the base salary above**

Industrial Hygienists and Safety & Health Professionals will be compensated basic salary plus 10%for each hour they are required to use personal protective equipment (excluding hard hats, boots, hearing and eye protection) to enter a hazardous worksite to consult, inspect or investigate where serious hazards are present.

AND IF BILINGUAL

If hired as bilingual (not required), after passing an assessment of your ability to write and speak fluently. We do not use translating software. Employees with bilingual responsibilities receive a 5% increase in pay.

AND

All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for this position will be provided by L&I DOSH as specified in WAC 296-800-16020.

Protecting Worker Health — One Investigation at a Time

Are you passionate about the science of worker health and exposure prevention? Do you want to use your technical skills to make Washington’s workplaces safer and healthier for everyone?

DOSH is looking for an Industrial Hygienist (Compliance Industrial Safety & Health Investigator 3 – In-Training) to join our Region 1 team in Bellingham, Mt. Vernon, or Everett, WA!

As an Industrial Hygienist with DOSH, you’ll play a key role in keeping Washington’s workers safe from chemical, biological, and physical hazards.

You’ll assess real-world exposures, investigate incidents, and use data, science, and collaboration to protect people before they’re harmed.

This in-training opportunity provides a clear path to journey-level investigator with classroom, field, and mentorship support from experienced hygienists and safety professionals.

About the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)

At the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), our Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)is on a mission to keep Washington’s workers safe and healthy.

We administer the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA),Chapter 49.17 RCW, by developing and enforcing workplace safety and health standards that protect workers from hazardous job conditions.

Every day, our Compliance Industrial Safety and Health Investigators (CISHIs) play a vital role in this mission by visiting workplaces, evaluating conditions, and ensuring employers follow safety and health laws designed to prevent workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities.

When violations occur, our investigators take enforcement action to hold employers accountable and promote lasting improvements in workplace safety.

About the Role

CISHI positions are essential to maintaining federal approval of Washington’s state occupational safety and health program.

Under Chapter 49.17 RCW (WISHA), our investigators have enforcement authority across all workplaces in Washington, public and private, including state, county, and city employers.

This work ensures that Washington’s program remains “as effective as” the federal OSHA program while giving our state the flexibility to lead with innovative, worker-focused approaches to safety and health.

As a CISHI, you’ll be on the front lines of protecting workers and the public using your expertise, judgment, and commitment to uphold safety laws and promote safer workplaces statewide.

This position can be filled as a Compliance Industrial Safety & Health Investigator 3 - Industrial Hygienist (CISHI3-IH) or as an in-training (CISHI1-IH or CISHI2-IH) opportunity to develop the required skills within this specialized field.

If filled as a CISHI3 in-training (CISHI1-IH OR CISHI2-IH), you will need to successfully complete a formal training plan.

The plan is designed to provide classroom and on the job training to encourage qualified and enthusiastic individuals to exert their best effort to learn and enhance their skills.

Upon successful competition of the in-training plan, you will progressively advance to the goal of Compliance Industrial Safety & Health Investigator 3 - Industrial Hygienist (CISHI3-IH).

For this position, teleworking is permitted, depending on the business needs and supervisor approval and is based in either Bellingham, Mt. Vernon, or Everett, WA.

We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules.

This position can be offered with a flexible schedule (4/10’s, 9/80’s, 5/8’s etc.) once fully trained and approved by management.

To perform this job, you must be physically capable of walking through a variety of workplaces such as large manufacturing plants with metal stairways, catwalks, ladders, and walk through rough terrain.

Must also be able to be exposed to weather (wearing appropriate weather gear) for long durations.

Driving is a required part of this job in order to perform the duties of this position as an L&I investigator to get from one location to another.

There will be frequent daily travel with occasional overnight travel throughout the State.

You will use a state-issued vehicle, motor pool vehicle, or must be able to provide personally owned vehicle (POV) when a pool or state-issued vehicle is not available.

Therefore, you must have a valid unrestricted driver license without any convictions for driving under the influence or a driving offense that endangered or harmed others within the past 7 years.

Individuals driving POVs for state business must show proof of personal liability insurance and will be reimbursed at the current mileage reimbursement rate.

Learn more about DOSH here: 50 Years of DOSH

Requirements

Some of what you’ll do:

• Conduct industrial hygiene investigations at a wide range of worksites from manufacturing and food processing plants to public agencies.
• Identify, measure, and evaluate worker exposures to airborne contaminants, hazardous chemicals, noise, and other environmental factors.
• Collect and analyze samples using state-of-the-art monitoring instruments and industrial hygiene techniques.
• Investigate workplace accidents, illnesses, and fatalities involving chemical or physical exposures determining root causes and recommending preventive measures.
• Prepare detailed, defensible technical reports and communicate findings to employers, employees, and legal representatives.
• Ensure compliance with WISHA health standards and follow up on abatement actions to verify hazards are corrected.
• Collaborate with experts and legal teams on complex enforcement cases and testify as needed.
• Mentor newer investigators as you gain experience by sharing your knowledge and expertise in industrial hygiene principles and field practices.
• And much more!

What we are looking for:

• A desire to ensure worker safety through enforcement.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to work with difficult clients or customers.
• Knowledge of safety and health rules and regulations, the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

AND one of the following:

CISHI1-IH:

• One year of professional industrial hygiene practice after graduation. A Master’s degree in industrial hygiene will substitute for one year of professional experience in industrial hygiene or similar

AND

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with one of the following: A bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, public health, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering (You must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application)
  OR

Any other bachelor’s degree program that contains at least 60 semester hours of creditable subjects, with at least 15 of those hours at the upper level (junior, senior, or graduate level).

Creditable subjects are undergraduate or graduate level courses in science, mathematics, engineering, and science-based technology. (You must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application)

CISHI2-IH:

• Three years of professional industrial hygiene practice after graduation. A Master’s degree in industrial hygiene will substitute for one year of professional experience in industrial hygiene or similar

AND

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with one of the following: A bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, public health, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering (You must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application)
  OR

Any other bachelor’s degree program that contains at least 60 semester hours of creditable subjects, with at least 15 of those hours at the upper level (junior, senior, or graduate level).

Creditable subjects are undergraduate or graduate level courses in science, mathematics, engineering, and science-based technology. (You must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application)

CISHI3-IH:

• Five years of professional industrial hygiene practice after graduation. A Master’s degree in industrial hygiene will substitute for one year of professional experience in industrial hygiene or similar

AND

• Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with one of the following: A bachelor’s degree in industrial hygiene, public health, environmental sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering (You must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application)
  OR

Any other bachelor’s degree program that contains at least 60 semester hours of creditable subjects, with at least 15 of those hours at the upper level (junior, senior, or graduate level).

Creditable subjects are undergraduate or graduate level courses in science, mathematics, engineering, and science-based technology. (You must also attach your unofficial transcript to your application)

DESIRED:

• Bilingual preferred; persons of all languages are encouraged to apply. Bilingual jobs include a 5% salary increase for dual language responsibilities.


Why You’ll Love This Work

• Real Impact: Every investigation you conduct helps prevent illnesses, injuries, and fatalities.
• Continuous Learning: You’ll receive over 360 hours of classroom and on-the-job training, building deep technical expertise.
• Professional Growth: The in-training structure is designed to help you advance quickly into a journey-level Industrial Hygienist role.
• Collaboration & Purpose: Work alongside passionate professionals who believe in science, service, and protecting Washington’s workforce.
• Flexibility: Opportunities for telework, flexible schedules, and a supportive work culture.

Ready to use science to make a difference?
Join us in protecting worker health across Washington. Apply now to become a DOSH Industrial Hygienist (CISHI 3 In-Training) and help keep Washington Safe and Working.

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:

1. A cover letter describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
3. A list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

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

• For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• This position is represented bythe­Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
• Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9.

The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.

• Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.

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 contribute to the success of the agency mission.

Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource 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.

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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.