**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.

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.

ALSO

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

Bring your expertise, integrity, and passion for safety to where it truly matters — protecting Washington’s workforce.

At the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), we’re on a mission to make workplaces across Washington safer and healthier. The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) is seeking a CISHI5-Safety Supervisor- Logging to join our Compliance Program. You’ll use your expertise in logging to help businesses identify hazards, strengthen safety programs, and comply with WISHA and OSHA standards. You’ll work directly with employers to create safer workplaces, preventing injuries, saving lives, and supporting Washington’s vibrant workforce. Additionally, you’ll be vital in training, mentoring and supervising our Logging Safety employees here at L&I.

This position supervises logging safety compliance staff located across the state. The supervisor leads a team of 2–5 investigators, providing training, mentoring, and day-to-day guidance to help them succeed in their roles.

As the logging industry safety expert for the unit, this position reviews and approves most of the inspections completed by the team to ensure findings, evidence, and penalties are accurate and well supported. They also monitor staff performance, help employees meet their goals, and hold them accountable for their work.

In addition to supervisory duties, this position may conduct inspections and provide direct support to investigators during complex inspections or investigations.

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.

For this position, teleworking is permitted on occasion dependent upon business needs and supervisor approval. The assigned duty station can be in any of our L&I offices in Western, WA (Regions 1, 2, 3, or 4).

Learn more about DOSH here: 50 Years of DOSH

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the work unit with multiple logging safety staff at lower CISHI levels. Performs supervisor functions to ensure program expectations are followed and that staff is following all agency and DOSH expectations.
• Evaluate inspection reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Develop, administer, plan, and manage the integrity and quality of regional safety compliance (DOSH) activities to ensure the uniform application of and minimum adherence to applicable current and newly adopted laws, rules, codes, policies, procedures and regulations.
• And much more!

You’ll be part of a highly skilled and respected team that values professionalism, accountability, reliability, and teamwork.

Driving is required as part of this job, and the incumbent must drive in order to perform the duties of their position. Driving is a duty mentioned in the position description. Therefore, incumbents must use a state-issued vehicle, motor pool vehicle, or personally owned vehicle (POV) in order to perform the duties and responsibilities of their position. Use of a POV will be reimbursed with the current mileage reimbursement rate.

Must be physically capable to walk through a variety of workplaces with extensive land area and rough terrain, be able to observe and avoid danger tree hazards, climb fixed ladders or footings/hand-grabs on heavy equipment and tower yarders, stand and/or walk for long durations. Must also be able to be exposed to inclement weather (wearing appropriate weather gear) for long durations.

Who We’re Looking For

You are someone with expert knowledge of safety and health rules and regulations. You’re a leader who is ready to mentor, coach and guide a highly technical staff. You have strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills and possess proven abilities to create positive relationships with internal and external customers.

We’re seeking candidates who demonstrate:

• Professionalism and reliability; a trusted advisor employers can depend on.
• Solid work ethic: you work hard, take initiative, and deliver on commitments.
• Knowledge of industry standards and experience applying WISHA/OSHA rules.
• Hands-on experience in trades, construction, or industrial operations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport and deliver complex information clearly.

REQUIRED:

• A valid and unrestricted driver's license
• The ability to take action to learn and grow
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others

• Five or more years of experience in the logging industry, with at least three years as a foreman or lead-person directing cutting crews, mechanized cutting, or other logging site operations.

And one of the following:

• Six years’ experience as a DOSH Compliance Industrial Safety and Health Investigator, one of which must be at the CISHI 3 or 4 level or equivalent experience as a Federal OSHA or other state plan journey-level safety and health specialist or industrial hygienist.

OR

• Seven years of full-time experience as an employer’s safety director or manager, industrial hygienist, safety and health specialist, safety and health specialist, etc.

OR

• Eight years of full-time journey level occupational/industrial safety experience in one or more of the following industries: Government, military, public health or related safety and health field.

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

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.

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 by the ­Washington 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 contributes 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. 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. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
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 would like to request a copy of the full position description, please contact the recruiter, Steve Camerer at cste235@lni.wa.gov

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