Senior Safety and Health Specialist

This listing closes on 7/7/2026 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada);
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Employer

City of Seattle

Salary

$56.23 - $65.46 Hourly

Location

SPU Operation Control Center, 2700 Airport Way S., Seattle, WA

Job Type

Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

Job Number

Department

Seattle Public Utilities

Division

People, Culture & Community

Opening Date

06/11/2026

Closing Date

7/7/2026 at 4:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada);
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Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is actively searching for an exceptional and experienced Senior Safety and Health Professional to join the Safety team! This position supports general safety, health and environmental functions focusing on construction and industrial hygiene efforts, while partnering with leadership and front-line staff. You will work alongside other safety team members to collaborate on projects while also working independently.

This position plays a crucial role in identifying potential risks and implementing effective controls to keep our employees safe. If you are passionate about cultivating a safety-first culture and committed to continual improvement, we want to hear from you! If this position sounds like it could be a good fit for you, continue reading and then apply!

About Seattle Public Utilities: S eattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU's work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

Policy & regulatory compliance

• Develop, implement, and administer occupational safety and health policies and procedures which may include industrial hygiene programs
• Research, interpret, and apply federal and state safety and industrial hygiene regulations

Inspections, audits & hazard investigation

• Conduct job site and facility safety audits; investigate accidents and unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions
• Evaluate construction, ergonomics, and industrial hygiene programs; utilize noise dosimeters, air monitors, and related equipment

Training & Job Safety Analysis development

• Develop Job Safety Analyses and coordinate safety training on Seattle Public Utilities programs and procedures for supervisors and employees
• Educate and collaborate with staff and leadership on safety best practices

Front Line Operations Safety Support

• Support and Review Trenching and Excavation and Fall Protection Workplans, Confined Space Permits.
• Develop Health and Safety plans for special projects coordinating with project managers.
• Ensure enforcement of safety regulations through line supervisors and management

Collaboration & stakeholder engagement

• Partner with safety committees, department heads, and City, state, and federal officials to implement safety programs
• Attend dispatch, operations, and leadership meetings to promote safety practices and policies

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