Senior Inspection and Safety Specialist 2026-01980

Health And Safety Inspector

Are you someone who thrives on solving real-world problems, enjoys being out in the field, and wants to help make workplaces safer for everyone? The Wyoming Department of Administration and Information is looking for a dedicated individual with a background in industrial hygiene or occupational safety to join our safety in the Human Resources Division.

As a Health and Safety Inspector, you will conduct inspections and investigations at worksites — identifying hazards, collecting samples, evaluating work environments, and helping employers make lasting improvements. This is your opportunity to use your technical skills in air sampling, noise monitoring, chemical exposure, and ergonomics to protect workers and promote safer work practices.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming and MUCH MORE!

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Essential functions include:

• Conduct health and safety inspections and investigations in workplaces to enforce OSHA standards.
• Develop and implement sampling plans using industrial hygiene instruments to assess air quality, noise, chemicals, radiation, ergonomics, and other workplace exposures.
• Investigate serious accidents, and complaints; document findings with detailed reports, photos, and evidence.
• Interview employers, employees, and contractors to evaluate hazard exposure and knowledge of safety requirements.
• Evaluate safety and health programs to determine compliance with state and federal standards.
• Prepare technical reports, affidavits, and administrative warrants; ensure legal defensibility of all findings and citations.
• Research applicable standards and best practices using references such as ANSI, NIOSH, NFPA, and EPA.

Preference may be given to those with experience in Industrial Hygiene. Agency requires that applicants possess a valid driver's license.

Knowledge:

• Understanding of industrial hygiene principles, workplace hazards, and inspection procedures across a variety of industries and high-risk environments.
• Skilled in using, calibrating, and interpreting results from industrial hygiene instruments and sampling equipment in accordance with professional and laboratory standards.
• Knowledge of federal and state OSHA regulations, safety standards, and enforcement practices, including accident investigation techniques.
• Proficient in interpreting monitoring data, including statistical analysis, to assess health and safety conditions and ensure compliance with permissible exposure limits.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; capable of preparing technical reports, using standard office and audiovisual equipment, and working in hazardous field conditions.

Minimum qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection and Safety Specialist OR Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection and Safety Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None

Physical working conditions:

• Medical Evaluation and Fit testing are required.
• May be required to walk long distances, climb ladders, and stand for extended periods
• Potential exposure to various chemicals, noises, thermal exposures, physical hazards, and radiological exposures during inspections.
• Applicants will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as respirators, safety eyewear, hard hats, safety shoes, FRCs, hearing protection, etc.

Notes:

• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• Former State of Wyoming employees, who are rehired within 31 days from their previous employment, will be required to reimburse the State of Wyoming for all Vacation and Sick leave compensation received upon separation.
• For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.