L&I DOSH Occupational Safety Compliance Investigator 3 (CISHI3) Reg 4

About the Role

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is seeking driven, detail-oriented professionals to join as Compliance Industrial Safety & Health Investigators (CISHI3) within the Division of Occupational Safety (DOSH). This role is crucial in maintaining Washington’s OSHA-approved State Plan program by conducting safety and health investigations, inspections, and enforcing workplace safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety and health investigations across private and public sectors, including complex, high-profile cases (e.g., fatalities and catastrophes).
• Complete inspections and investigation reports, ensuring legal sufficiency and proper classification of violations and penalties.
• Support statewide consistency in policy and enforcement by collaborating with DOSH Management, Compliance Operations, the Attorney General’s Office, and other regulatory agencies.
• Provide technical expertise on challenging or unusual cases.
• Manage workloads, analyze data trends, and contribute to shaping the future of worker safety in Washington.
• Operate a state-issued or personal vehicle for travel between worksites and navigate diverse work environments, including industrial facilities and outdoor job sites.

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid and unrestricted driver's license.
• Ability to learn, grow, and meet the needs of others.
• One of the following:
• Five years’ experience as a DOSH CISHI or equivalent federal/state plan journey-level safety and health specialist/industrial hygienist.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• Five years of full-time professional experience as an employer’s safety director, industrial hygienist, or safety and health specialist.
• Seven years of full-time journey-level occupational/industrial safety experience in government, military, public health, or related fields.
• Bachelor of Science in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or similar, plus five years of professional experience (additional experience substitutes for education).

Desired:

• Leadership in accident investigations, inspections, and regulatory enforcement.
• Ability to inspect diverse work environments, from industrial plants to outdoor sites.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Bilingual preferred (5% salary increase for dual language responsibilities).

Skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving in complex situations.
• Effective communication, especially in challenging conversations with employers.
• Adaptability and motivation for continuous learning and skill-building.
• Field readiness and ability to thrive in dynamic environments.

Benefits

• Generous retirement package for state employees.
• Flexible schedules (e.g., 4/10s, 5/8s) after training and approval.
• Occasional teleworking based on business needs and supervisor approval.
• All required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by L&I DOSH.
• 10% salary increase for hours requiring specialized PPE in hazardous worksites.
• 5% salary increase for bilingual responsibilities (after assessment).

Additional Information

• Duty stations: Kelso or Vancouver, WA.
• Extensive training: 360+ hours of classroom instruction, field mentorship, and on-the-job investigations.
• Mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use on state business.
• Background check required prior to placement.
• Represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

L&I is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Veterans are encouraged to apply.