What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employee Health and Safety Graduate Intern position at King County Sheriff's Office?
Salary
$23.88 - $30.27 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Intern
Job Number
2025JM24104
Department
DHR - Dept. of Human Resources
Division
Central Employee Svcs Div
Opening Date
03/17/2025
Closing Date
3/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Part Time
The Department of Human Resources, Central Employees Services Division (CESD) seeks an Employee Health and Safety Graduate Intern to join the Safety unit where the number one priority is the health and safety of King County employees. This position is expected to begin summer of 2025 and will continue through the 2025/2026 academic year. This is a great opportunity for currently enrolled graduate students who want to observe and participate in real world application of their current field of study. We welcome applications from all qualified student applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Interns must be enrolled in a Graduate (Master’s) program for the full duration of the internship and may be asked to provide proof of enrollment at any time. Typically, interns work part-time (10-20 hours per week) during the academic term and may work full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer and school breaks.
As the Employee Health and Safety Graduate Intern, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge and training in a real-world setting. Under supervision of the Safety Manager, you will assist with the facilitation of the King County’s safety programs. You will learn about construction activities, scheduling, risk assessments, planning, and implement corrective measures as necessary. King County promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety equipment and training for all personnel as required.
As one team, the CESD supports a thriving King County employment experience and provides integrated compensation, benefits, work/life well-being, safety, and retirement planning services. Ensuring the health and safety of employees is the number one priority.
Our team of safety professionals works with departments, divisions, offices, and leaders to provide a safe environment to all King County residents, whether employees or members of the public doing business with King County. Our team promotes safe workplace practices, ensures safety is effectively addressed in King County contracts, conducts hazard assessments, and partners with County colleagues to develop and implement safety programs.
Job Duties
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. This role will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. As the Employee Health and Safety Graduate Intern you will:
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Selection Process
Forms and Materials Required
For specific information about the internship, please contact Tim Carter, Safety Manager at ticarter@kingcounty.gov .
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Jen Montoya, Senior HR Analyst at jen.montoya@kingcounty.gov.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
This position is not eligible for King County leave, holiday, insured, or other benefits. Please contact the recruiter on the posting for any additional questions regarding associated benefits.
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This internship requires candidates to reside in Washington State for the duration of the internship program. Will you be residing in Washington state during the internship (summer 2025 through spring 2026)?
Are you currently enrolled, or will you be enrolled in a Graduate (Master's) program for the 2025-2026 academic year in Occupational Health and Safety or Industrial Hygiene? Proof of enrollment will be required upon the contingent offer.
What is your anticipated graduation date? Please enter your month and year (for example, June 2026).
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Please describe your interest in this internship and how it relates to your academic goals or field of study.
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Please Select The Desired Qualifications You Possess
In addition to the online employment application, a cover letter is a required application material. If a cover letter is not received, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be considered. Have you attached your cover letter (no longer than two pages) summarizing how you meet the required experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills listed in the job posting and why you are interested in this internship?
Employer King County
Address King Street Center
201 South Jackson Street
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Phone 206-477-3404
Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/
$23.88 - $30.27 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Intern
Job Number
2025JM24104
Department
DHR - Dept. of Human Resources
Division
Central Employee Svcs Div
Opening Date
03/17/2025
Closing Date
3/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Part Time
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
The Department of Human Resources, Central Employees Services Division (CESD) seeks an Employee Health and Safety Graduate Intern to join the Safety unit where the number one priority is the health and safety of King County employees. This position is expected to begin summer of 2025 and will continue through the 2025/2026 academic year. This is a great opportunity for currently enrolled graduate students who want to observe and participate in real world application of their current field of study. We welcome applications from all qualified student applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Interns must be enrolled in a Graduate (Master’s) program for the full duration of the internship and may be asked to provide proof of enrollment at any time. Typically, interns work part-time (10-20 hours per week) during the academic term and may work full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer and school breaks.
As the Employee Health and Safety Graduate Intern, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge and training in a real-world setting. Under supervision of the Safety Manager, you will assist with the facilitation of the King County’s safety programs. You will learn about construction activities, scheduling, risk assessments, planning, and implement corrective measures as necessary. King County promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety equipment and training for all personnel as required.
As one team, the CESD supports a thriving King County employment experience and provides integrated compensation, benefits, work/life well-being, safety, and retirement planning services. Ensuring the health and safety of employees is the number one priority.
Our team of safety professionals works with departments, divisions, offices, and leaders to provide a safe environment to all King County residents, whether employees or members of the public doing business with King County. Our team promotes safe workplace practices, ensures safety is effectively addressed in King County contracts, conducts hazard assessments, and partners with County colleagues to develop and implement safety programs.
Job Duties
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. This role will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. As the Employee Health and Safety Graduate Intern you will:
- Collaborate with Health and Safety Professionals to ensure that King County’s environmental health and safety program is effective in practice.
- Participate in site safety audits for various King County operations.
- Create site safety audit and PPE hazard assessment checklists.
- Develop a safety training requirements matrix.
- Conduct noise monitoring and other industrial hygiene samplings.
- Update or creating new safety training materials and presentations.
- Create health & safety learning plans.
- Review injury and illness data for trend analysis.
- Attend safety committee meetings and workshops.
- Participate in industrial & office ergonomic assessments.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- Applicants must be a current college student in good academic standing, enrolled in a graduate degree program in Occupational Health and Safety or Industrial Hygiene.
- Applicants must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to travel to remote King County worksites in a timely manner. Must have a valid Washington State Driver's license to operate a Non-Revenue County Vehicle.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Intermediate level of technology proficiency using MS Office Productivity tools: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and produce quality detailed work within tight timeframes with strong time management skills.
- Ability to successfully engage and work collaboratively with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds and at all levels of the organization.
- Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams, and other collaborative online tools.
- Familiarity with Washington State Labor and Industry safety regulations.
- Understanding of Principles of Industrial Hygiene and/or Ergonomics.
- Experience with database management and creating reports; monitoring and tracking analytical and statistical information.
- Remote and Onsite Work Details: The Department of Human Resources has a hybrid workforce with employees working both onsite and from home. The work associated with this position is performed in a hybrid fashion including field work, onsite office work, and telework. Field work may require travel to various County maintenance facilities, trades’ shops, and construction sites located within greater King County.
- Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
- Work Schedule: During the academic term, the work week will consist of 10-20 hours. During summer and other school breaks, the work week may consist of 40 hours. This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and therefore is overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday.
- Union Representation: This position is not represented by a union.
Selection Process
Forms and Materials Required
- An online employment application completed at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs to include all relevant experience. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. All relevant experience must be included in the application.
- A cover letter no more than two pages summarizing how you meet the required experience, qualifications, knowledge, and job skills listed above. In addition, please share why you are interested in this internship. This is a required application material. If a cover letter is not received, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be considered.
For specific information about the internship, please contact Tim Carter, Safety Manager at ticarter@kingcounty.gov .
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Jen Montoya, Senior HR Analyst at jen.montoya@kingcounty.gov.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
This position is not eligible for King County leave, holiday, insured, or other benefits. Please contact the recruiter on the posting for any additional questions regarding associated benefits.
01
This internship requires candidates to reside in Washington State for the duration of the internship program. Will you be residing in Washington state during the internship (summer 2025 through spring 2026)?
- Yes
- No
Are you currently enrolled, or will you be enrolled in a Graduate (Master's) program for the 2025-2026 academic year in Occupational Health and Safety or Industrial Hygiene? Proof of enrollment will be required upon the contingent offer.
- Yes
- No
What is your anticipated graduation date? Please enter your month and year (for example, June 2026).
04
Please describe your interest in this internship and how it relates to your academic goals or field of study.
05
Please Select The Desired Qualifications You Possess
- Familiarity with Washington State Labor and Industry safety regulations.
- Understanding of Principles of Industrial Hygiene and/or Ergonomics.
- Experience with database management and creating reports; monitoring and tracking analytical and statistical information.
In addition to the online employment application, a cover letter is a required application material. If a cover letter is not received, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be considered. Have you attached your cover letter (no longer than two pages) summarizing how you meet the required experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills listed in the job posting and why you are interested in this internship?
- Yes
- No
Employer King County
Address King Street Center
201 South Jackson Street
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Phone 206-477-3404
Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/
Salary : $24 - $30
