Regional Industrial Hygienist

Overview

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) delivers transportation that keeps Kansans moving forward. Our employees are our most valuable resource. We depend on our employees and business partners to get the job done. KDOT strives to provide a work environment that motivates people and encourages them to be productive. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!

• Annual Salary Range: $48,484.80 - $53,684.80
• Hourly Pay Range: $23.31 - $25.81

Position Summary:

This Regional Industrial Hygienist position is within the Division of Safety and will be located in Topeka, Salina, or Chanute. This position will lead Agency safety initiatives and drive continuous improvement in Districts 1, 2 and 4 within KDOT, creating a safe, compliant, and hazard-free workplace.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Proactively conducts comprehensive workplace inspections to identify and assess potential hazards across all operational areas.
• Collaborates with management to design, implement, and manage effective corrective action plans to eliminate or control identified risks.
• Utilizes technical expertise to develop innovative and sustainable solutions for challenging environmental, health, and safety issues.
• Accurately enters EHS data and generates clear, concise, and professional Health Inspection reports for internal record-keeping and regulatory compliance.
• Serves as a key EHS resource, effectively communicating complex EHS information to employees, leadership, and external regulatory bodies or stakeholders.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Six years of direct experience in industrial hygiene, chemistry, or related field.
• Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
  Transcripts are required for education to be considered.
• Valid Driver’s License at time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A basic understanding of safety, chemistry and biology.
• Demonstrates attention to detail along with clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A willingness to learn and grow to meet the needs of the agency.
• OSHA General and Construction Certification.

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.