The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly and efficient manner.

The DC Water Program Manager, Industrial Hygiene will lead our efforts in identifying, evaluating, and controlling environmental and occupational hazards. The Program Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive industrial hygiene programs across all water, stormwater and wastewater operations. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure that our work environment is safe, health risks are minimized, and compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations is maintained.

• Program Development and Implementation: Design, develop, and implement comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, including exposure assessment, hazard control, and risk communication strategies.
• Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment: Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential occupational health risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Compliance and Regulations: Ensure all industrial hygiene initiatives follow relevant regulations and standards, including OSHA, NIOSH, and EPA guidelines. Keep abreast of changes in legislation and adjust programs accordingly.
• Training and Education: Develop and deliver training programs to employees and management on industrial hygiene practices, hazard recognition, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Data Management and Reporting: Collect, analyze, and maintain data related to workplace exposures, incident reports, and inspection findings. Prepare and present reports to senior management, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with safety specialists, managers, human resources, and department heads to integrate industrial hygiene principles into daily operations and company culture.
• Emergency Response: Participate in planning and responding to emergency situations involving hazardous materials or environmental releases.
• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the Director, DOSH.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Key Working Relationships: Interacts with operational staff and DC Water leadership. Coordinates programs and initiatives with multiple operational and shared services departments. Attends and participates in meetings within DC Water and with other government and private agencies.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an

individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are

provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

* Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided to ensure the safety of the employees. This may include, but is not limited to gloves, safety glasses, shoes, earplugs or muffs, hard hats, respirators, or coveralls, vests, and full body suits.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities. 

At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life’s most precious resource in the nation’s capital.

• Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.

• Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values—accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing.

• Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees’ individuality and unique contributions.

• Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities”.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to

perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please

email complianceada@dcwater.com.