Industrial Hygienist jobs in Minnesota

Working Title: Industrial Hygienist 1
Job Class: Industrial Hygienist 1
Agency: Labor & Industry Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/12/2024
• Closing Date: 05/10/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Dept of Labor & Industry / OSH Training & Quality
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 20% of the time
• Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

At the State of Minnesota, the work we do is more than just a job. Employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The Department of Labor and Industry is committed to equity and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Working together to improve the state we love, the Department of Labor and Industry ensures Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy, and safe. The agency oversees the state's programs for apprenticeship, construction codes and licensing, dual-training pipeline, occupational safety and health, wage and hour standards, workers' compensation, and youth skills training programs.

**This continuous job posting will be used to fill up to four (4) vacancies. Resumes will be reviewed on a weekly basis and applicants will be notified of their status**

This position offers a hybrid work schedule which includes telework days and in office days at a DLI office building after successful completion of a 6-month probation period.

In-state travel as much as 20% of the time. Position will require some overnight travel.

This position exists to prevent and reduce the occurrence of occupational injuries and illnesses in Minnesota workplaces through the enforcement of occupational safety and health standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Identify, resolve, and document apparent violations and/or hazards during compliance inspections.
• Conduct industrial hygiene sampling including identification of appropriate sampling protocols, calibration and operation of required sampling equipment, submission of samples to the laboratory including appropriate chain of custody, and calculation, evaluation and reporting of all sampling results.
• Write field investigation reports documenting nature, scope, and findings of violations.
• Perform follow-up and referral investigations.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage imminent danger hazards reported or encountered so that prompt and effective corrective action is taken.
• Represent Minnesota OSHA (MNOSHA) and the agency on contacts with external constituents, such as injured workers and/or their next of kin; OSHA delegates from other states; public and private sector employers, business representatives; unions and trades associations; and Federal OSHA.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eighteen months professional occupational safety and health experience* where responsibilities involved industrial hygiene sampling, the interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations. Experience must include responsibility for implementing safety and health programs, identifying hazards in the workplace, and abating those hazards. (i.e. Industrial Hygienist, Safety Manager, Safety Director, Safety Coordinator).
• Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or Engineering will substitute for 18 months of experience;
• Bachelors Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or Construction Management will substitute for 1 year of experience.

In addition to the above experience, applicants will be evaluated on and must demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

• Communication skills sufficient to write technical reports, communicate information to the public and effectively use technology.
• Math skills sufficient to calculate sampling times, volumes, concentrations, and averages to accurately report results.
• Ability to use personal protective and testing equipment.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, ascend ladders, work in loud environments, and transport up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those who may not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or common experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Minnesota and federal occupational health and safety standards sufficient to determine violations and assess penalties.
• Knowledge of inspecting and auditing techniques sufficient to facilitate interaction and enforce the health and safety provisions of OSHA.
• Master's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or Engineering; OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or Construction Management AND two (2) years’ experience where responsibilities involved the interpretation and application of safety and health standards or regulations; OR
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship program registered with the Department of Labor and Industry AND four (4) years of occupational safety and health experience where responsibilities involved the interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations; OR
• Associate’s Degree in a job-related field (construction management, production management, construction trades, etc.) AND four (4) years of occupational safety and health experience where responsibilities involved the interpretation and application of safety and health standards and regulations.
• Language skills other than English (Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).

Additional Requirements

It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification. It is the policy of Labor and Industry (DLI) that all employees submit to a driver’s license check prior to employment when driving a vehicle is a requirement of the position. Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license is required for this position.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five Recently Separated Veterans, who apply and meet the qualifications for the vacancy, must be granted an interview. To be considered a Recently Separated Veteran, you must meet all the following criteria:

• Have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States;
• Have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty OR have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty;
• Be a United States citizen or resident alien;
• Have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001 as shown on your form DD-214.

To be considered under this legislation, you must meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; meet all of the above RSV criteria; and submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date via mail, e-mail or fax to: Jenny Karjala 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155, or Jenny.Karjala@state.mn.us.

Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis if you meet all of the following criteria:

• Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.
• Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.
• Meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.

To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date via mail, e-mail or fax to: Jenny Karjala 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155, or Jenny.Karjala@state.mn.us, or fax 651-284-5723.

If you have questions about the position, contact Jenny Karjala at jenny.karjala@state.mn.us or 651-284-5474.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Jenny Karjala at jenny.karjala@state.mn.us.

About Labor & Industry Dept

The Department of Labor and Industry ensures Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe. The agency oversees the state's programs for apprenticeship, construction codes and licensing, dual-training pipeline, occupational safety and health, wage and hour standards, workers' compensation, and youth skills training programs.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.