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Safety Program Officer. Full-time, on-site. City of Seattle, Washington.

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Requisition #: 2025-01302. Salary Range: $113,336.64 – $131,940.72 Annually. Application Closes: October 21, 2025.

Position Description

The Finance and Administrative Services Department (FAS) is seeking a conscientious and proactive Safety Program Officer (Sr. Safety & Health Specialist) to lead safety operations in a large and complex department comprised of 10 divisions, including Fleet Management, Facility Operations, the Seattle Animal Shelter and more. 

The Safety Program Officer is a key member of the Human Resources Division and the sole safety professional for FAS. This position collaborates across work groups, divisions and with other City personnel to promote a safe and inclusive workplace for all employees. Success in this role hinges on the ability to build collaborative relationships, connect with a diverse staff in a broad scope of positions, and center equity in all operations, as well as a commitment to promoting a safe and healthy work culture. Additionally, you will need to combine the energy and passion for establishing programs often found in start-up cultures with the strategy of implementing within a government organization with many stakeholders and formal processes for review all as a team of one. 

Interviews for this position are anticipated on Oct. 28, 2025. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Advise all levels of management and employees on safe work practices.
  • Write in-depth safety programs, forms, and processes on topics such as respiratory protection, fall protection, vehicle safety, and caring for stray animals.
  • Proactively research new fields to adopt safety procedures and best practices.
  • Lead department compliance with state and federal regulations such as reporting, training, and posting requirements. 
  • Administer the return-to-work program to help injured employees return to full duty after a workplace injury.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for interactions with the Workers’ Compensation Unit.
  • Partner with Sr. HR Business Partners and the HR Leave Administrator to provide reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Be an active member of safety committees, facilitate discussion, and be a subject matter expert in helping to resolve safety concerns that are raised.
  • Provide in-person and virtual trainings and safety orientations such as new employee onboarding, emergency preparedness, and accident prevention.
  • Spend time in the field with work units to understand their scope of work and help identify preventative safety solutions.
  • Plan, develop, and track mandatory and voluntary safety training.
  • Conduct in-person site inspections and safety audits and make recommendations for risk mitigation. 
  • Administer the department’s Commercial Driver License (CDL) drug and alcohol testing program. 
  • Oversee annual hearing conservation program for eligible employees.
  • Audit incident investigations, identify discrepancies, and drive corrective actions as needed.
  • Work with management to implement recommendations and lessons learned for continuous quality improvement with respect to workforce health and safety.
  • Prepare department-wide communications for major health or safety events.
  • Coordinate ergonomic assessments and ensure implementation of recommendations.
  • Respond to accident scenes and emergent safety situations and work collaboratively with emergency response personnel.
  • Represent FAS at the Citywide Safety Officers meeting.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: 

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Toxicology, Industrial Hygiene, Human Resources, Public Administration or a related field;

Experience:  Three years of experience in a safety, health, or related field.

(Or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class.)Licenses: Current Washington State driver’s license required.

The most successful candidates will possess the following: 

  • Expertise in safety rules, regulations, and programming in the public sector. 
  • Experience in ADA, Workers’ Comp, and/or leave administration.
  • Knowledge and experience in creating and maintaining safety performance metrics. 
  • Knowledge and experience conducting investigations and report drafting.
  • Demonstrated skills including excellent oral and written communication and training skills. 
  • Effective listening and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to present complex information to a variety of audiences ranging from front-line employees to senior leadership.
  • Intermediate skill levels in use of Microsoft Excel for data management, manipulation, and analysis. 
  • Highly developed organizational, project management, and program design skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Health and Safety professional certification (e.g., CSP, CIH, CHST,OHST) or related certifications.

FAS supports the City of Seattle’s Race and Social Justice Initiative to end institutionalized racism by eliminating barriers to access, providing the staff and public with opportunities for growth, and developing equitable access to the programs and services we offer. If you share those values and meet the qualifications, we invite you to apply for this position.

Additional Information:
This position is classified as a Safety and Health Specialist, Senior. It is Civil Service represented, FLSA non-exempt and is eligible for overtime. The full range for this step-progression position is $54.28 – $63.19 per hour.

Application Process
Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. You must submit the following items to be considered for this position no later than 4:00pm Pacific Time on the scheduled closed date.

  1. Completed NEOGOV online application.
  2. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
  3. Current resume indicating relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and education.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state “see my resume” or “see my personnel file” are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.


PLEASE NOTE: This job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Background Check: Applicants must successfully pass a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.
 Driving Record: A current, “FULL” driving abstract from the Department of Licensing is required to be submitted upon offer of employment. Candidates with driving history that does not meet our current safety standards will be disqualified from consideration. Current City of Seattle Employees in a driving position may be required to submit an updated abstract.
Why work at the City of Seattle?
The City of Seattle recognizes every City employee must play a role in ending institutional and structural racism. Our culture is the result of our behavior, our personal commitments, and the ways that we courageously share our perspectives and encourage others to do the same. To cultivate an antiracist culture, we seek employees who will engage in the Race and Social Justice Initiative by working to dismantle racist policies and procedures, unlearn the way things have always been done, and provide equitable processes and services.
 
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City’s website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans


Who May Apply: The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy. The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. If you have questions regarding this bulletin or employment at Finance and Administrative Services, please send an email to Chantelle.Aguilar@seattle.gov. FAS promotes diversity and inclusion in employment. If accommodations are needed during the selection process, please contact us.   

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Employer City of Seattle Address Seattle Municipal Tower
700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500
Seattle, Washington, 98104 Website http://www.seattle.gov/jobs

Sustainable Sites Specialist. Full-time, remote in U.S. U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

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Requisition #: 1188. Salary Range: $90,000 – $105,000/year Application Closes: not posted.

Position Description

As a Sustainable Sites Specialist you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping advance the goals of U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and its Technical Development Team. In this role, you’ll take ownership of sustainable sites, driving key initiatives such as leading future rating system development with an emphasis on the vital relationships among ecosystems, buildings, and communities. You’ll be involved in the development and implementation of an integrated strategy, managing the technical development of site-focused aspects of USGBC products – including LEED and SITES – and fostering innovative thinking about the future of sustainable site practices in alignment with our mission and strategic goals. 

You’ll report to the Director, Location & Land Use and be part of a highly collaborative and matrixed team environment where your contributions will help shape impactful outcomes. You’ll work closely with teams like Technical Development, Education, and Market Transformation and Development and may regularly partner with Technical Customer Service to resolve questions regarding the interpretation of sustainable site related rating system language.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the technical content for site sustainability topics across all rating systems including LEED and SITES, ensuring alignment with USGBC’s strategic goals and best practices.
  • Provide expertise in key technical areas, such as ecological conservation and restoration, green infrastructure and stormwater management, sustainable landscaping, heat island reduction, resilient site design, biodiversity, and human health and well-being, to support the development of rating systems and supporting materials.
  • Collaborate with USGBC staff and volunteers to co-develop credits, integrating sustainable site concepts across various rating systems.
  • Develop expertise in emerging site-related sustainability topics to keep USGBC at the forefront of impactful green building practices.
  • Engage with global external experts to enhance the development of technical tools and resources supporting rating system development and adoption related to sustainable sites.
  • Facilitate public speaking engagements and create technical content for presentations, effectively communicating LEED technical information on sustainable sites to diverse audiences.
  • Respond to inquiries from external parties, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of information regarding technical development and LEED credit related to sustainable sites.
  • Monitor trends in site sustainability and technology to drive innovative strategies and inform new development approaches.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience 

  • 4-7 years of work experience working in the areas of the built environment and/or sustainability sectors, with a focus on areas such as landscape architecture, ecology, environmental science/policy, land use planning, or related fields.
  • Experience in sustainable site development, ecosystem restoration, or green infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
  • General knowledge of the LEED rating systems, including LEED Commercial and LEED for Cities and Communities. Experience with SITES is also highly desirable but not required.
  • General understanding of high-performance green building/community design, construction, and operations.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, ecology, environmental science/policy, land use planning, or a related field is required 
  • Master’s degree can substitute for two years of work experience

Technology/System(s)

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
  • Proficiency with Salesforce and Smartsheet preferred but not required

Skills

  • Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as a strong understanding of the level of research and breadth of perspective needed to develop an acceptable solution to technical issues 
  • Ability to multi-task, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with a diverse array of individuals and constituents
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to think strategically and translate organizational goals into technical strategies.
  • Commitment to USGBC mission

Language

  • English

ABOUT OUR TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE

Salary 

Final compensation and benefits will be confirmed at the time of offer and may vary based on factors such as internal equity, relevant experience, qualifications, and employment status. Please note that salary negotiations will not extend beyond the top of the internal salary range.

Benefits

We offer you:

  • Competitive compensation
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Professional development reimbursement
  • We offer a healthcare plan through Cigna that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs. USGBC covers 100% of the premiums and an HRA that will assist you and your dependents in reaching the in-network medical deductible. You will only be responsible for the $300 individual / $600 family up front deductible for medical services before the employer funded HRA will process payments for your in-network claims 
  • Generous paid time off (12 paid holidays, 9 paid personal sick days and based on career level either 2 to 3 weeks PTO), including operations closed for a full week between Christmas and New Year’s
  • 6 weeks paid renewal leave after 7 years of continuous service 

LOGISTICS

Location: Remote in the U.S.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. in the team member’s local time zone, with occasional meetings scheduled in Eastern Time.

Travel %: 5% for occasional conferences, speaking events, and team retreats

EEO STATEMENT

The U.S. Green Building Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to accelerating and scaling the transformation of the built environment. Through LEED—the world’s most widely used green building rating system— and initiatives likes Greenbuild, the Center for Green Schools and advocacy, USGBC empowers professionals to drive market transformation that advances human and environmental health, climate resilience, and equity.

Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) is the world’s leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, independently recognizing excellence in performance. GBCI administers project certifications and professional credentials and certificates including LEED, WELL, EDGE, PEER, PERFORM, SITES, TRUE Zero Waste, and IREE.

We are proud to be globally recognized for our leadership in green building, environmental performance, and sustainable development.

Our Global Impact

  • Over 120,000 LEED-certified commercial projects worldwide
  • Millions of square feet of certified healthy, efficient, low-carbon space
  • Recognition in 180+ countries for innovation in green building and business practices

Why Join Us

At USGBC and GBCI, you’ll work alongside passionate, mission-aligned professionals who care deeply about people, the planet, and progress. We offer:

  • A purpose-driven, inclusive culture
  • Opportunities to grow your career and take ownership of meaningful work
  • A chance to make a measurable impact on global sustainability efforts
  • We’re seeking team members who thrive in collaborative environments, are committed to excellence, and want to build lasting partnerships that drive change in the built environment.

Meet Our Leaders and Learn More about our Mission:    

Culture and Values Statement

Working together, each of us advances our mission by respecting all voices, trusting and supporting one another, excelling through collaboration and accountability, and continuously improving ourselves and our organization.

Environmental Health Epidemiologist. Full-time, on-site. King County Health Services Division, Seattle, WA.

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Requisition: 2025SMD25361. Salary Range: $108,652.75 – $137,723.66 Annually. Application Closes: October 9, 2025.

Public Health is seeking a skilled Environmental Scientist III (Environmental Health Epidemiologist) with expertise in environmental epidemiology and toxicology to support the department’s work in reducing exposure to harmful chemicals. The incumbent will report to the Environmental Health Services Division’s Senior Toxicologist and work with a team of three providing expertise to the Environmental Health Services Division, and other Departments within King County government, with duties that include but are not limited to: serving technical needs for over 160 staff in the Division; enhancing understanding and reducing human and environmental exposures to toxic chemicals and environmental toxins; and identifying and utilizing health data that can be more effectively linked to toxic-related impacts.

The Environmental Health Scientist will apply quantitative and qualitative scientific research methods to characterize health effects of environmental exposures and work with colleagues and communication staff to share findings for a wide range of audiences, including the public. The candidate must be highly skilled in problem-solving, with expertise in epidemiology and a strong understanding of toxicology. Familiarity with and commitment to addressing environmental inequities in communities exposed to cumulative stressors through an equity and social justice lens is required. The successful candidate will be able to work independently on assigned tasks as well as with team members and other partners.

Background

ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION

The Environmental Health Services (EHS) Division identifies and sustains environmental conditions that promote health equity, healthy people, and communities in King County. Our vision is for healthy, safe, and vibrant communities that are free from health disparities based on race, gender, or socioeconomic status. The Division’s core values include equity and social justice, integrity, community service, collaboration, a supportive work culture, and learning from each other and the communities we serve.

Temporary opportunity. Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) positions are “at-will” positions but are eligible for benefits. This TLT is currently anticipated to last up to two (2) years, however, could be extended subject to funding. 

This vacancy can also be filled as a Special Duty opportunity. For Special Duty Assignment interest, you must be a Career Service, Career Service Exempt or other regular (non-temporary) employee in King County who has completed their initial County probation. You must have supervisor approval prior to taking a Special Duty Assignment.

Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months. 

Commitment To Equity and Social Justice

Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation’s history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx

Work Schedule

Typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. There may be occasional evenings and weekends and some travel. This is an Exempt position and is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible.

Work Location

The Environmental Health Services team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building 401 5th Suite 1000, Seattle, WA 98104.

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department’s hybrid environment. 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.

Job Duties

As the Environmental Health Epidemiologist, you will play a vital role to:

  • Identify environmental health-related data sources and work to link them to the Departmental or other health assessment data to improve understanding of environmental and health outcomes, with a large focus on toxics.
  • Design research and feasibility studies to anticipate future epidemiological needs of the community relevant to exposures to toxics and other environmental health hazards.
  • Seek project funding and lead/advise grants or other projects related to toxics, biomonitoring, and health outcomes that link environmental concentrations to human exposures and health outcomes.
  • Lead epidemiological analyses, including the identification of trends in health outcomes, risk profiles, and factors of specific communities, and program impacts on health risk behaviors.
  • Apply scientifically rigorous quantitative methods to identify, evaluate, and characterize the magnitude, severity, and distribution of health effects.
  • Interpret and analyze data and communicate findings to a wide variety of audiences (e.g., scientific publications, reports, lectures, seminars, press releases, social media, planning documents, and for community meetings, senior leadership, and policymakers).
  • Participate in responses to environmental health emergencies related to toxic exposures, such as wildfires, extreme heat, flooding events, and acute toxic exposures, by designing and using quick-response disaster epidemiology studies.
  • Advise on data quality and management and recommend/develop/implement new changes to surveillance systems and other data systems.
  • Collaborate within the Department and with external partners (e.g., the state health department, academia, community) on relevant studies, data systems, and data collection.
  • Stay up to date on the relevant scientific literature and new innovative approaches related to toxicology, environmental health, and contaminants of emerging concern.
  • Foster awareness and practice of the principles of equity and social justice in alignment with the King County Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan.
  • Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
  • Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):
  • Education and/or work experience equivalent to a master’s degree in toxicology, epidemiology, exposure science, public health, or a closely related field.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to lead and apply epidemiological or other data management principles to environmental health conditions.
  • Ability to perform and contribute to basic qualitative analyses and evaluation.
  • Demonstrated experience in environmental epidemiology (or similar field such as exposure science), or toxicology, and with knowledge of common pollutants and contaminants.
  • The most competitive applicants will have the following experiences and qualifications (Desired):
    • Experience in the design and use of advanced qualitative/quantitative analyses, mixed-methods research, and qualitative/quantitative software packages.
    • Strong oral and written communication, especially in communicating scientific concepts effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders.
    • Experience working on issues related to chemical exposures and health outcomes, and familiarity with identifying trends, cumulative impacts, and confounders.
    • Experience working on issues related to environmental toxics monitoring, health data analyses, or large data sets, and disaster response.
    • Familiarity and/or experience with biomonitoring studies and use of biomonitoring data to explore exposures and linkages to health outcomes.
    • Experience providing technical assistance to multiple stakeholders and/or the public.
    • Experience building academic or other partnerships.
    • Knowledge of state and national toxics policy, risk assessment approaches, and regulations.
    • Demonstrated track record of successful grant writing.

Supplemental Information

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.

Who May Apply

This position is open to all qualified candidates.

Application Process

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

  • NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
  • Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
  • Resume (Outlining relevant experience)
  • Cover Letter (Expressing Interest in this position)

Please note: Additional attachments will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process if not outlined as a required application material as outlined above. 

Necessary Special Requirements

  • The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
  • The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
  • For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en. 
  • Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
  • Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
  • Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
  • Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
  • When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. 
  • 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 your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Union Membership

This position is represented by the Local21 labor union.

Contact

For questions about this recruitment, please contact Salyse Duckworth, HR Analyst at sduckworth@kingcounty.gov. Employer King County Address King Street Center
201 South Jackson Street
Seattle, Washington, 98104 Phone 206-477-3404
Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/

Workplace Incident Investigator. Full-time, hybrid. SAIF Corporation, Bend, Oregon.

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Requisition #: R1063. Salary Range: ‎$66,925‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$111,545/year. Application Closes: October 13, 2025.

Job Description

Curiosity is the greatest asset an investigator can bring to the job. If you are always asking questions to understand a situation and can communicate complex details effectively, this may be the job for you.  

 SAIF is looking for an individual who can provide detailed investigations of workers’ compensation claims in Central Oregon. The job includes interviewing injured workers, employers, and witnesses as well as gathering documents, capturing video observations, and collecting other evidence. The goal is to produce an objective report that enables accurate claim management decisions. The successful investigator will be organized, flexible, and self-motivated.  

Please note: The selected candidate must reside and work within 60 commutable miles from Bend, Oregon.  

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate investigation requests to determine action required and develop investigation plans. Identify appropriate questions as needed to gather facts.
  • Interview injured workers, providers, employers, witnesses, and other pertinent individuals by phone and in person to obtain facts needed to complete investigations.
  • Investigate third party and catastrophic losses
  • Make field observations and conduct surveillance to identify activity levels and patterns of injured workers and make recommendations for further investigations.
  • Prepare and submit timely, objective, concise and accurate written reports of findings.
  • Secure evidence and documentation as required to support facts gathered through investigation.
  • Testify and present evidence at administrative hearings and other legal proceedings.
  • Develop and refer relevant information to SAIF’s SIU, third party, return –to work, premium audit, safety services, underwriting and other appropriate SAIF resources and divisions.
  • Participate in internal and external training opportunities to develop and maintain a working knowledge of relevant aspects of workers’ compensation rules, regulations, corporate policy, and investigative related issues.
  • Explore diverse perspectives and consistently behave sensitively toward differences in cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating. Work effectively with others who have different perspectives, backgrounds, and/or work styles.
  • This position requires driving a SAIF vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of SAIF. The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence along with an acceptable driving record according to SAIF’s policy.

Recommended qualifications:

  • Three years of investigative experience in insurance claims, criminal justice, or a related field which demonstrates ability to analyze facts and use investigation tools is preferred.
  • Prior experience with workers’ compensation insurance and/or surveillance investigations is preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
  • Other combinations of skills and experience may be considered.

Next step

To be considered, please submit your resume with a cover letter by the end of this recruitment. We want your submission to count, so be sure it’s complete.

This recruitment will close on Monday, October 13, 2025.

If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received, this recruitment may close early.

Compensation & BenefitsTypical hiring range:‏‏‎ ‎$75,850‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$89,235.‏‏‎ ‎The pay range for this position is annually based on a full-time schedule. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications & education. 

SAIF provides a wide range of benefits to employees who work at least 20 hours per week, including health care, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and more. For additional information about SAIF’s total rewards, visit our website at: Total rewards (saif.com)

*Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, seasonal, or temporary employment.Full salary range:‏‏‎‏‏‎ ‎$66,925‏‏‎ ‎-‏‏‎ ‎$111,545

Veterans

We provide preference to qualifying and disabled veterans. For more information please visit saif.com/veterans.

About us

Since 1914, SAIF has been taking care of injured workers, helping people get back to work, and keeping rates low by focusing on workplace safety. Together with our partners, we strive to make Oregon the safest and healthiest place to work.

For questions related to this job, please reach out to us at jobs@saif.com.

SAIF is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in its workplace.

Home and Occupational Environments Epidemiologist (Epidemiologist 2). Full-time, on-site. Oregon Health Authority, Portland, Oregon.

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Requisition #: REQ-186954. Salary Range: $6,123 – $9,409. Application Closes: October 16, 2025.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Environmental Public Health section is recruiting for a Home and Occupational Environments Epidemiologist (Epidemiologist 2). This position plays a key role in leading case and outbreak investigations, including data cleaning, management, analysis, and report writing for health conditions reportable under Oregon Revised Statute 433.004, with a focus on lead and pesticide illness and injury. The Epidemiologist will utilize environmental hazard and health outcome data to design, conduct, and report on epidemiological studies. Additionally, this role involves coordinating study efforts with staff and providing expert consultation and support in the planning and execution of these studies.

For a full review of the position description, please click here.

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

  • A Master’s degree in Community Public Health, Epidemiology, Research Analyst or a closely related field AND three years of epidemiological, community health, or research analysis experience of which one year must have been in a supervising, lead worker, or project leadership role; OR
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Community Public Health, Epidemiology, Research Analyst, or a closely related field AND four years of epidemiological, community health, or research analysis experience of which one year must have been in a supervising, lead worker, or project leadership role.

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application and address specifically in your cover letter.

  • Applied Epidemiologic Methods: Proficient in selecting and implementing appropriate epidemiological, biostatistical, and demographic methods to address complex public health questions and derive valid, evidence-based conclusions.
  • Strategic Communication: Skilled in delivering clear, concise, and professional verbal and written communication to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Data Quality and Statistical Interpretation: Demonstrated ability to manage, analyze, and interpret complex datasets with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring reliable public health reporting and decision-making.
  • Environmental and Occupational Health Expertise: In-depth knowledge and subject matter expertise in one or more specialized areas of environmental or occupational public health.
  • Public Health Policy and Action: Experienced in translating epidemiologic findings into actionable public health recommendations.

Preference Statements:

  • Preference will be given to candidates possessing more years of experience and meeting more of the desired attributes.
  • Preference will also be given to bilingual candidates that can speak and write in Spanish.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements – At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.

This job posting requires a resume and cover letter. Failure to upload any of the required documents will result in your application being disqualified.

  • External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
  • Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

  • Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
  • Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
  • We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

  • This job posting requires a resume and cover letter. Failure to upload any of the required documents will result in your application being disqualified.
  • Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
  • This announcement is for 1, full-time, representation: SEIU, Home and Occupational Environments Epidemiologist (Epidemiologist 2) position based in Portland, Oregon.
  • This is a remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
    • This position is primarily remote, with occasional in-office visits required. Employees must maintain a home workspace that meets all applicable technology, security, and safety standards, including the ability to protect confidential information. To be eligible for remote work, staff must ensure their home setup complies with these requirements. Depending on job responsibilities, remote employees may be required to report to a state office periodically or on a regular basis. Additionally, both local and long-distance travel may be necessary for meetings with partners and stakeholders outside the office.
  • Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior recruiter, Elizabeth Chine at: Elizabeth.Chine@oha.oregon.gov or call 971-718-1114

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you’re driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

Additional Details

  • Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
  • The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
  • The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
  • Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

Helpful Links & Resources

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The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.

Senior Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist. Full-time, on-site. Comcast, Denver, Colorado

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Requisition #: R421319. Salary Range: $81,668 – $122,502/year. Application closes: October 10th, 2025.

About the Company

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world’s best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.

Job Summary: Responsible for providing oversight for the implementation of the organization’s environment, health and safety (EHS) programs at multiple locations. Responsible for reviewing, evaluating, analyzing and controlling workplace and community environments. Design programs and procedures to control, eliminate and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. Apply appropriate sensitivity level for employees and customers when handling insurance claims for Workers’ Compensation, auto and general liability. Administer major programs ex. confined space, fall protection, set local environmental health and safety goals as well as loss control strategy. Has in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own discipline. Usually determines own work priorities. Acts as resource for colleagues with less experience.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

Program and Policy Development

  • Recommends changes to processes, incorporating good EHS practices and training, in areas such as PPE, equipment use, used equipment and waste management, spill prevention.

Program Implementation

  • Leads the implementation of EHS compliance programs in areas such as emergency preparedness, spill prevention, universal waste, ladder safety, defensive driving, aerial lift, electrical safety, PPE, hazardous material handling, emergency response and life safety.
  • Reviews and offers suggestions for the selection of health and safety equipment to maintain and improve the company’s health and safety programs.
  • Oversees the development, update and roll-out of EHS procedures in areas such as ergonomics, illness and injury prevention and building safety.
  • Implement and track programs to reduce environmental impacts, such as energy efficiency, waste reduction/recycling, idle-time reduction.
  • Prepares content for use in EHS training programs.
  • Inputs and reviews data in EHS system. May also function as EHS system SME.
  • Collaboration and Internal Reporting
  • Provides guidance for and leads EHS committees to improve the effectiveness of EHS processes.
  • Using data from company databases and metrics, prepares presentations for, and conducts EHS meetings for frontline employees and peer work groups.
  • Recommends, reviews and tracks corrective action to closure where EHS opportunities exist.
  • Proactively identifies risks and opportunities for safety or environmental improvement.
  • Works with employees to ensure standard tools and equipment minimize risks to health and safety.
  • Works independently under the direction of supervisor.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Subject Matter Expertise

  • Evaluates both office and technician ergonomics and recommends approaches and improvements.
  • Researches federal, state, and local standards and regulations, as needed. Acts in an advisory capacity on regulatory compliance matters.
  • Facilitates compliance with federal, state and local EHS regulations, and interacts with regulatory agencies, as appropriate.

Assessments and Investigations

  • Conducts field safety observations (FSO) on technicians and participates in ride-outs with supervisors while they are performing FSOs.
  • Uses existing EHS Management Information System (MIS) databases to document and investigate accidents, log inspections, and manage corrective actions.
  • Serves as the point of contact for emergency personnel, for events including accidents or environmental releases.

Personal Judgment

  • Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in routine matters; consult with leadership on significant issues.

Schedule and Travel

  • Regular, punctual attendance. Must be available nights and weekends for emergency situations. Anticipated 10% travel.

Employees at all levels are expected to:

  • Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
  • Own the customer experience – think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touch-point, and make them promoters of our products and services.
  • Know your stuff – be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
  • Win as a team – make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
  • Be an active part of the Net Promoter System – a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company – by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
  • Drive results and growth.
  • Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.
  • Do what’s right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer:

  • This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

Skills: Environmental Health, Health and Safety, Safety Programs

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work.    Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus.  Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees.  We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most.  That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Education: Associate’s Degree. While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Certifications (if applicable)

Relevant Work Experience: 5-7 Years. Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Associate Safety Specialist. Full-time, on-site. Boeing, Renton, WA

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Requistion #: JR2025460405. Salary Range: $80,750 – $109,250. Application Closes: October 1, 2025.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Associate Safety Specialist to join the team in Renton, WA. 

The 737 Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) team is looking for a Safety Specialist to provide support for the 737-production system. As part of the EHS team you will support health and safety initiatives, projects and compliance, providing influence and decision making throughout the site.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Supports the planning, implementation and assessment of occupational health and safety programs and processes
  • Drafts health and safety programs that provide consistent approaches to risk reduction and compliance
  • Investigates safety and health incidents and complaints

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a safety related field (Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety, Toxicology, Bio-Engineering, Public Health, etc.)
  • 1+ years of experience in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals
  • Project Management experience

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

Shift:

This position is for 2nd shift.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range: $80,750 – $109,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 01, 2025
Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 2nd shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator, full-time, on site. PepsiCo. Vancouver, WA.

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Requisition #: 402379. Salary Range: $45,000 – $71,800. Application Closes: until filled.

Job Description

Overview

The EHS Coordinator partners with the site’s EHS Manager to drive safety initiatives and culture at the Vancouver site. Schedule will be Tuesday – Saturday, 6:00am – 2:30pm with expected OT of normally no more than 5 hours a week but occasionally up to 15-20 hours.Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance to PepsiCo Global Environmental Health & Safety Standards (GEHSMS):
    • Assist in providing leadership for the implementation, enforcement and continuous improvement of the Sites environmental, health and safety policies and processes
    • Support Safety/Environmental programs owners and coordinate quarterly program reviews
    • Coordinate Safety/Environmental audits & assessments to achieve a Best In Class status
  • Support Internal Safety and Environmental Agenda
    • Conduct EHS Investigations for accident, incident and near-miss investigations, and provide recommendations for process, procedure or equipment changes to eliminate future occurrences. Ensure completion to over 95% of on-time investigations and reporting
    • Ensure over 95% completion of all authorized and GA trainings
    • Perform and lead monthly inspections of the facility
    • Conduct daily walks of the site
    • Perform job hazard and job safety analyses, citing specific hazards and methods for remediation
    • Maintain the sites risk register based upon the results of the job hazard assessment
    • Help develop and participate in the site Safety Committee
    • Engage and develop team members in EHS programs
    • Provide training support for current employees and new hire onboarding
    • Assist with task execution for designated programs
  • Assist in developing the sites business plan to continually improve EHS at the Site
  • Communicate internally and externally
    • Work with vendors and contractors to ensure compliance to Frito Lay EHS standards and coordinate applicable inspections
  • Comply with all OSHA, EPA, and other related regulatory requirements for documentation and reporting

Compensation and Benefits:

  • The expected compensation range for this position is between $45,000 – $71,800.
  • Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
  • Paid time off in accordance with policy is subject to eligibility and includes vacation, holiday, sick, bereavement and parental leave.
    • Vacation: for eligible full-time employees, a minimum of 15 paid vacation days.
    • Holidays: for eligible full-time employees, the company provides 10 paid holidays annually.
    • Sick Leave: for eligible full- time employees, 10 days (80 hours) of paid sick leave benefits are available for absences related to non-job-related injury. Sick leave benefit will be accrued during your first year at 1 day for each month worked in that calendar year.
    • Bereavement Leave:  In the event of a death of an immediate family member, full-time and part-time regular employees are eligible to receive up to three (3) consecutive working days with pay.
    • Parental Leave:  for eligible employees, the company offers paid parental leave for up to 6 weeks  to allow for a time of bonding with their newborn or newly adopted child.
  • In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree preferred
  • Safety Compliance experience preferred
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Proficient computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite
  • Preferred System Knowledge- MyEHS, RMIS and SES
  • Data trend analysis
  • Ability to work without supervision
  • Ability to travel occasionally
  • Ability to work effectively within a Team
  • Must be able to flex schedule as needed to include overtime, holidays, weekends, and other shifts
  • Must be able to work safely
  • Other duties as assigned

EEO Statement

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / Age

If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

Emergency Preparedness Community Coordinator (Operations & Policy Analyst 2) 24 month Limited Duration. Full-time, Hybrid. Oregon Health Authority, Salem, OR.

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Requisition: REQ-186353. Salary Range: $5,325 – $8,148. Application Closes: September 10, 2025.

This position may have the opportunity to become permanent pending future budget modifications.

The Emergency Preparedness Community Coordinator will support statewide behavioral health emergency preparedness and response efforts in partnership with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Community Mental Health Programs (CMHPs), and community partners. In this position, you will coordinate volunteer recruitment, training, and deployment; organize a Psychological First Aid (PFA) training program; and support the development and execution of disaster behavioral health plans that align with Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR), applicable sections of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) standards.

You will work closely with Behavioral Health Division leadership and the Behavioral Health Emergency Planner, and will play a critical role in building readiness, fostering community partnerships, and ensuring behavioral health systems remain operational and equitable during emergencies. You will perform the following key responsibilities:

  • Recruit and retain a diverse pool of volunteers for behavioral health emergency response.
  • Implement training programs in crisis counseling, PFA, and disaster behavioral health, including planning drills and exercises.
  • Coordinate with CMHPs and community partners to develop and test statewide and local emergency response plans.
  • Comply with OHA protocols, trauma-informed care principles, and applicable regulatory standards.
  • Support the facilitation of cross-agency communication, community assessments, and post-event debriefings.
  • Maintain program documentation, performance data, and reports to support continuous improvement.

For a full review of the position description, please click here.

If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

EXAMPLE: A Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.

  • Experience in emergency preparedness, behavioral health services, or community engagement.
  • Knowledge of emergency management principles, FEMA/NIMS/ICS guidelines, and relevant Oregon and federal regulations.
  • Strong skills in program coordination, collaborator engagement, and training facilitation.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across agencies and with diverse communities.
  • Experience with community project management and operational planning.
  • Experience with tracking policy changes and process improvement.
  • Skills applicable to volunteer coordination, such as relationship-building and collaboration, communicating expectations and plans, organization, problem-solving and adaptability, and ensuring commitments are met

We are seeking someone who shares Oregon Health Authority’s mission and values. OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values. 

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements – At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.

  • External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
  • Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

  • Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
  • Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
  • We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

  • Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
  • This announcement is for one, full-time, Limited Duration, Operations & Policy Analyst 2 position based in Salem, Oregon; however, routine in-state travel is expected.
  • This is a HYBRID (approximately 25% IN-OFFICE) position. Statewide travel is required, and work relies on multiple communication channels, such as virtual meetings, and in-person trainings at emergency command centers. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
  • Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Stephanie Mitchell at Voice: [503-979-7679] (TTY 711) or Email: stephanie.d.mitchell@oha.oregon.gov. 
  • For Workday technical support dial 1-855-524-5627. 

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you’re driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

Additional Details

  • The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
  • The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
  • Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

Helpful Links & Resources

How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Plant Manager. Full-time, on site. Ball Corporation, Millersburg, OR.

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Requisition #: 44437. Salary Range: $96,000 – $137,180 per year. Application Closes: when position is filled.

Further your career at Ball, a world leader in manufacturing sustainable aluminum packaging. Achieve extraordinary things when you join our team, and make a difference in your professional development, the community, and around the globe!

Ball is thrilled to receive Newsweek’s 2023 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplace award! As a sustainable product leader, we have over 16,000 global team members. From endlessly recyclable aluminum cans, and cups, to aerosol bottles, our goal is to contribute to a better community, society, and world.

Primary purpose of the position:

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Manager, Plant Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), directs the EHS function and drives accountability for the plant EHS programs. Ensures the plant EHS function meets Ball’s overall environmental health/safety plans and objectives, driving the organization towards outstanding safety performance.

Essential Responsible Areas:

  • Responsible for maintaining a safe/secure work environment.
  • Leads/implements the development and administration of plant environmental, health and safety processes, such as accident investigations, corrective actions, safety inspections/audits, lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work permits, etc.
  • Drive best in class safety culture change initiatives and behavioral based safety programs with a zero incident focus.
  • Partner with BPNCA Leadership and Corporate EHS team to drive IS0 14001/OHSAS 18001 plant level initiatives.
  • Manage environmental programs and activities associated with regulatory compliance in accordance with Ball policy.
  • Develops and facilitates training on EHS initiatives, Department of Transportation compliance topics, and required OSHA/ environmental training.
  • Drive procedures regarding labeling, storage, spills or disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
  • Understands and remains current on environmental requirements.
  • Compiles data, prepares and submits required regulatory reports.
  • Provides, maintains and monitors all environmental, health and safety management activities including, but not limited to, SDS files, hazard communication program, environmental educational programs, hazardous waste program, hazardous materials program, air program, storm water program, wastewater discharge program, etc.
  • Timely and effectively communicates with Ball personnel and federal, state, and local authorities on environmental, health and safety compliance issues.
  • Serves as point of contact for agency, company, community environmental, health and safety inquiries,.
  • Maintains thorough familiarity with all aspects of the facility’s emergency contingency plan.

Position Requirement & competencies:

Professional & Education Qualification

  • Broad training in a related field usually acquired through college or work-related experience 
  • Job related experience for 3 years(s) minimum
  • Significant experience with OSHA (Including Voluntary Protection Programs) regulations and principles.

Skills:

  • Ability to apply intensive and diversified evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard plant environmental operations techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Must be able to handle sensitive related and proprietary information in a confidential manner.
  • Performs such individual assignments as management may direct.
  • Must follow Ball company policies, procedures, practices, and standards of conduct. 
  • Strong facilitation, communication, and change management skills

Knowledge:

  • Working knowledge of the following areas: environmental regulations, legal practices, OSHA requirements, environmental principles, practices, nomenclature, and procedures, generally accepted managerial practices and procedures, and company policies, procedures, and products.

 Compensation & Benefits

–  Hiring Salary Range: $ 96,000 – 137,180 (Salary to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)
–  This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan.
– Ball includes a comprehensive benefits structure, Go to our career site and click “Total Rewards” to learn more.

When submitting your application to Ball, we encourage you to emphasize your skills, experience, and qualifications that align with the role. Under Colorado, California, Connecticut, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania law, you have the right to exclude or redact age-related details—such as your date of birth, school attendance dates, or graduation dates—from your resume, cover letter, CV, or other supporting documents (e.g., transcripts, certificates).

Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody. All qualified job applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, political affiliation or any other non-merit characteristic. 

When you join Ball you belong to a team of over 16,000 members worldwide. Our products range from infinitely recyclable aluminum cans, cups to aerosol bottles that enable our customers to contribute to a better world.

Each of us has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion which is the foundation of our culture of belonging.

Everyone at Ball is making a difference by doing what we love. Because what we create may change, but what we will always make is a difference.

Please note the advertised job title might vary from the job title on the contract due to local job title structure and global HR systems.