What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Hygienist position at Metropolitan Council?
Provides professional Industrial hygiene and occupational safety expertise to all Council staff and facilities in compliance with local, state, and federal laws, standards and regulations.
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.
- Develops, administers, and issues standards, policies and procedures educating and protecting employees from health hazards associated in their workplace.
- Assures compliance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standards and the Minnesota Right-to-Know regulation; develops, conducts and coordinates training.
- Provides technical assistance and support in monitoring and controlling employee exposure to hazardous chemicals and harmful physical agents. Serves as a resource in Chemical Emergency Response Planning.
- Assists with chemical approval process and safety data sheet management.
- Develops, coordinates, and implements safety related programs.
- Develops and administers annual medical monitoring.
- Measures and monitors effectiveness of ventilation systems.
- Evaluates work sites and provides coaching and technical expertise in ergonomics.
- Conducts safety surveys of equipment, worksites, or construction design phases; evaluates and makes recommendations for improvement.
- Attends facility safety and AWAIR meetings as needed or requested.
The duties listed are typical of positions in this job classification; however, not all duties are necessarily performed by each position in this job classification. Essential duties are determined on a position basis and will be listed on a job posting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of a position on a case-by case basis.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Safety/Industrial Hygiene or closely related field.
Experience: Five (5) years of related professional experience.
Licenses/Certifications/Registration: Must have or be able to attain a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certificate within two years. A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:
- Knowledge of all State of Minnesota and Federal laws, regulations, rules, codes, and standards pertaining to occupational health.
- Knowledge of and experience using a variety of equipment used in the field.
- Good working knowledge of accident prevention process.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform air-quality testing for a variety of contaminates.
- Ability to perform employee exposure assessments.
Pay Plan/Grade: AFSCME, Grade H
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
Safety Sensitive: No
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
The physical requirements and working conditions of positions in this job class may vary from position to position. Information on the physical requirements and working conditions for each position in this job class appears in individual position description questionnaires (PDQs) for each position in this job class. If a position in this job class has any special physical requirements or working conditions, this information will be identified on job postings developed for individual positions when vacancies are to be filled.
The responsibilities listed are typical of the positions included in the job classification; however, not all duties are necessarily performed by each specific position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position. Regular attendance is an essential responsibility.
What you can expect from us:The responsibilities listed are typical of the positions included in the job classification; however, not all duties are necessarily performed by each specific position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position. Regular attendance is an essential responsibility.
- We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
- We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
- We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
What steps the recruitment process involves:
- We review your minimum qualifications.
- We rate your education and experience.
- We conduct a structured panel interview.
- We conduct a selection interview.
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.
Salary : $85,987 - $139,526
