Board of Certified Safety Professionals
Job Summary
Industrial Hygienist performs various duties to assess work practices and environmental conditions for hazards to the health and safety of employees and patients of the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center. Regularly inspects the medical center to identify potential occupational health hazards and the need for further investigative studies and surveys. * This vacancy announcement was amended to include updated requirements and next step *
Key Information
Grade:
11 (Low/High Grade 11, Promotion Potential: None)
Organization Codes:
VA/VATA
Relocation:
No
Hiring Path:
Fed-Transition, Public
Total Openings:
1
Agency Contact:
lewis.forester@va.gov (407‑669‑8072)
Mission To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors.
Major Duties Incumbent must devise alternative methods to accomplish program objectives when technical guidelines are not always clear-cut, economic conflicts arise, etc. Work situations cover a wide variety of hazards, work activities and environments and involve numerous types and quantities of exposure to chemical, biological, physical and radiological hazards. Duties include: conducting studies of work operations and processes, examining work environments, analyzing findings, promulgating recommendations, and preparing various reports; performing analysis to determine nature and degree of toxic materials present; interpreting results of studies; determining and implementing control measures; receiving and disposing of hazardous wastes; preparing comprehensive written reports; ensuring documentation of employee exposures; conducting worker education; presenting expert testimony before courts, hearing boards, and other investigative bodies; inspecting new construction for compliance with codes and standards; and participating in multidisciplinary committees.
Qualifications
Education: Recognized bachelor’s or higher degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, or related field. Must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from an accredited institution.
Experience: Proven experience in industrial hygiene practices, exposure assessment, hazard control, and regulatory compliance.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
U.S. Citizen. Selective Service registration required for male applicants born after 12/31/1959.
Must pass background and security investigation, pre‑employment physical, and seasonal influenza vaccination program.
Physical requirements: ability to walk, stand, crawl, kneel, bend; moderate lifting and use of protective devices; work in hazardous and confined spaces.
Application Process All applicants are encouraged to apply online through USAJOBS. The complete application package must be submitted by the closing date indicated in the posting. Contact the agency representative if alternative submission methods are needed.
Benefits Benefits details available at http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp
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Key Information
Grade:
11 (Low/High Grade 11, Promotion Potential: None)
Organization Codes:
VA/VATA
Relocation:
No
Hiring Path:
Fed-Transition, Public
Total Openings:
1
Agency Contact:
lewis.forester@va.gov (407‑669‑8072)
Mission To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors.
Major Duties Incumbent must devise alternative methods to accomplish program objectives when technical guidelines are not always clear-cut, economic conflicts arise, etc. Work situations cover a wide variety of hazards, work activities and environments and involve numerous types and quantities of exposure to chemical, biological, physical and radiological hazards. Duties include: conducting studies of work operations and processes, examining work environments, analyzing findings, promulgating recommendations, and preparing various reports; performing analysis to determine nature and degree of toxic materials present; interpreting results of studies; determining and implementing control measures; receiving and disposing of hazardous wastes; preparing comprehensive written reports; ensuring documentation of employee exposures; conducting worker education; presenting expert testimony before courts, hearing boards, and other investigative bodies; inspecting new construction for compliance with codes and standards; and participating in multidisciplinary committees.
Qualifications
Education: Recognized bachelor’s or higher degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, or related field. Must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from an accredited institution.
Experience: Proven experience in industrial hygiene practices, exposure assessment, hazard control, and regulatory compliance.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
U.S. Citizen. Selective Service registration required for male applicants born after 12/31/1959.
Must pass background and security investigation, pre‑employment physical, and seasonal influenza vaccination program.
Physical requirements: ability to walk, stand, crawl, kneel, bend; moderate lifting and use of protective devices; work in hazardous and confined spaces.
Application Process All applicants are encouraged to apply online through USAJOBS. The complete application package must be submitted by the closing date indicated in the posting. Contact the agency representative if alternative submission methods are needed.
Benefits Benefits details available at http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp
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