Industrial Hygiene & Safety Professional (Industrial Hygiene & Safety Professional 1/2)
- Req. Number: IRC138302
- Organization : OSH-DS/Occupational Safety and Health - Deployed Services
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Hamilton, Junior Victor Edward
- Recruiter Email: jhamilton@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Industrial Hygiene & Safety Professional 1 or the Industrial Hygiene & Safety Professional 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
The Associate Laboratory Directorate for Environment, Safety, Health, Quality, and Safeguards and Security (ALDESHQSS) has a need for a operational Industrial Hygiene and Safety Professional to support LANL programs and projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) through the LANL Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Division. Reporting to the IHS Manager, the Industrial Hygiene and Safety (IHS) Professional will be responsible for developing, recommending, and implementing programs and procedures associated with the recognition, measurement, evaluation, and control of potential health and safety hazards. The IHS Professional will provide daily industrial hygiene and safety support to programmatic and facility organizations to ensure the protection of workers, compliance with Laboratory S&H requirements, and mission success. The IHS Professional will use professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative. The IHS Professional will collaborate with the work force in developing solutions to complex ESH problems that require in-depth analysis of work activities and data. The IHS Professional will promote safety, security, and quality in all operations; exercises prudent fiscal and property management; promotes teamwork within the organization and across the Laboratory; promotes a positive work environment; and delivers exceptional customer service. This position is an opportunity for a motivated, innovative, and customer focused professional to support an established Team.
IH&S Professional 1 ($71,200-$112,900)
The industrial hygiene and safety (IHS) Professional 1 is an entry-level professional who develops, reviews and supports the implementation of programs and procedures associated with the recognition, measurement, evaluation, and control of potential health and safety hazards. The IHS Professional 1 may provide daily industrial hygiene and safety support of programmatic or facility work and/or may manage and administer one or more low-risk institutional industrial hygiene and safety programs or services.
As an entry-level professional, the IH/S Professional 1 is expected to acquire professional experience by applying DOE Orders, relevant external regulation, and Laboratory procedures to help ensure that work is conducted safely and compliantly. The IH/S Professional 1 is expected to use and apply standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques as recognized within the industrial hygiene and safety profession to resolve an assortment of problems of moderately complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. The IH/S Professional 1 is expected to build productive internal working relationships to accomplish required tasks under the direction and supervision of senior professionals or line management. The IH/S Professional 1 receives detailed instructions on new projects and assignments and work in progress is reviewed for accuracy, soundness of judgment, and overall adequacy. The IH/S Professional 1 uses knowledge of defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate actions.
The successful candidate possesses excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively within a team environment and provide excellent customer service.
IH&S Professional 2 ($85,900-$139,900)
The Industrial Hygiene and Safety (IHS) Professional 2 is an early-career professional who develops, reviews and supports the implementation of programs, and procedures associated with the recognition, measurement, evaluation, and control of industrial hygiene and safety hazards. The IHS Professional 2may provide daily industrial hygiene and safety support of programmatic or facility work and/or may manage and administer one or more moderate-risk institutional industrial hygiene and safety programs or services.
As an early-career professional, the IH/S Professional 2 is expected to develop professional expertise and experience by applying DOE orders, relevant external regulations, and Laboratory procedures to help ensure that work is conducted safely and compliantly. The IH/S Professional 2 is expected to use and apply standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques as recognized within the industrial hygiene and safety profession to resolve an assortment of problems of moderately complex scopes where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. The IH/S Professional 2 is expected to build productive internal working relationships to accomplish required tasks under the guidance and supervision of senior professionals and/or line management. The IH/S Professional 2 receives general instructions on new projects or assignments and work in progress is reviewed for accuracy, soundness of judgment, and overall adequacy. The IH/S Professional 2 uses judgment within defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate action and achieve objectives.
In addition to the duties outlined above, the IH&S Professional 2 will be required to use professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
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What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level level requires:
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's in Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety, and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Depth perception, binocular vision, reading vision, ability to speak, ability to discriminate speech, ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 hz), standing, walking, use stairs, fixed ladders and ladders up to six feet, ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds.
Work Environment: Ability to wear respiratory/protective equipment.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position will require 24/7 coverage, which will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Along with a resume, applicants should provide a cover letter addressing each of the Minimum Job Requirements and Desired Skills.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either the Industrial Hygiene & Safety Professional 1 or the Industrial Hygiene & Safety Professional 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
The Associate Laboratory Directorate for Environment, Safety, Health, Quality, and Safeguards and Security (ALDESHQSS) has a need for a operational Industrial Hygiene and Safety Professional to support LANL programs and projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) through the LANL Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Division. Reporting to the IHS Manager, the Industrial Hygiene and Safety (IHS) Professional will be responsible for developing, recommending, and implementing programs and procedures associated with the recognition, measurement, evaluation, and control of potential health and safety hazards. The IHS Professional will provide daily industrial hygiene and safety support to programmatic and facility organizations to ensure the protection of workers, compliance with Laboratory S&H requirements, and mission success. The IHS Professional will use professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative. The IHS Professional will collaborate with the work force in developing solutions to complex ESH problems that require in-depth analysis of work activities and data. The IHS Professional will promote safety, security, and quality in all operations; exercises prudent fiscal and property management; promotes teamwork within the organization and across the Laboratory; promotes a positive work environment; and delivers exceptional customer service. This position is an opportunity for a motivated, innovative, and customer focused professional to support an established Team.
IH&S Professional 1 ($71,200-$112,900)
The industrial hygiene and safety (IHS) Professional 1 is an entry-level professional who develops, reviews and supports the implementation of programs and procedures associated with the recognition, measurement, evaluation, and control of potential health and safety hazards. The IHS Professional 1 may provide daily industrial hygiene and safety support of programmatic or facility work and/or may manage and administer one or more low-risk institutional industrial hygiene and safety programs or services.
As an entry-level professional, the IH/S Professional 1 is expected to acquire professional experience by applying DOE Orders, relevant external regulation, and Laboratory procedures to help ensure that work is conducted safely and compliantly. The IH/S Professional 1 is expected to use and apply standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques as recognized within the industrial hygiene and safety profession to resolve an assortment of problems of moderately complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. The IH/S Professional 1 is expected to build productive internal working relationships to accomplish required tasks under the direction and supervision of senior professionals or line management. The IH/S Professional 1 receives detailed instructions on new projects and assignments and work in progress is reviewed for accuracy, soundness of judgment, and overall adequacy. The IH/S Professional 1 uses knowledge of defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate actions.
The successful candidate possesses excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively within a team environment and provide excellent customer service.
IH&S Professional 2 ($85,900-$139,900)
The Industrial Hygiene and Safety (IHS) Professional 2 is an early-career professional who develops, reviews and supports the implementation of programs, and procedures associated with the recognition, measurement, evaluation, and control of industrial hygiene and safety hazards. The IHS Professional 2may provide daily industrial hygiene and safety support of programmatic or facility work and/or may manage and administer one or more moderate-risk institutional industrial hygiene and safety programs or services.
As an early-career professional, the IH/S Professional 2 is expected to develop professional expertise and experience by applying DOE orders, relevant external regulations, and Laboratory procedures to help ensure that work is conducted safely and compliantly. The IH/S Professional 2 is expected to use and apply standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques as recognized within the industrial hygiene and safety profession to resolve an assortment of problems of moderately complex scopes where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. The IH/S Professional 2 is expected to build productive internal working relationships to accomplish required tasks under the guidance and supervision of senior professionals and/or line management. The IH/S Professional 2 receives general instructions on new projects or assignments and work in progress is reviewed for accuracy, soundness of judgment, and overall adequacy. The IH/S Professional 2 uses judgment within defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate action and achieve objectives.
In addition to the duties outlined above, the IH&S Professional 2 will be required to use professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
#Shiftwork
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Working knowledge of DOE and/or regulatory requirements related to industrial hygiene.
- Basic knowledge of industrial hygiene/safety-related risk assessments and corrective actions.
- Working knowledge and application of techniques and procedures for industrial hygiene exposure assessment (both qualitative and quantitative), to include sampling and sampling techniques/instrumentation, sample analysis, and selection/implementation of controls.
- Basic knowledge and ability to apply the hierarchy of controls to eliminate or mitigate hazards while ensuring mission success.
- Experience and skill in the preparation and communication of industrial hygiene technical information to technical and non-technical personnel.
- Experience working effectively in a team environment and ability to take direction until fully qualified.
In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level level requires:
- Working knowledge and experience with unique hazards associated with radiological work.
- Demonstrated high degree of attention to detail in ensuring data quality objectives.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and accomplish tasks with limited supervision.
- Experience working in a radiological facility.
- Experience overseeing work requiring the use of respirators.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active DOE Q Clearance.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's in Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety, and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of Laboratory organizations, operations, and activities, programs.
- Knowledge and application of Integrated Safety Management, Integrated Work Management, and other DOE industrial hygiene and safety procedures in a research environment.
- Experience identifying, applying, and interpreting federal codes, standards, and regulations in several IH program areas, including chemical safety, beryllium, exposure assessment.
- Broad knowledge of Laboratory organizations, operations and activities.
- Familiarity with ADESH data collection tools and databases.
- Trained and fit to wear respiratory protection.
Depth perception, binocular vision, reading vision, ability to speak, ability to discriminate speech, ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 hz), standing, walking, use stairs, fixed ladders and ladders up to six feet, ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds.
Work Environment: Ability to wear respiratory/protective equipment.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position will require 24/7 coverage, which will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Along with a resume, applicants should provide a cover letter addressing each of the Minimum Job Requirements and Desired Skills.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
