Senior Occupational Health Consultant; Industrial Hygienist

Initial Posting Date: 02/11/2026

Final date to receive applications: 02/19/2026

Agency: Department of Consumer & Business Services

Salary Range: $5,988 - $9,191

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Senior Occupational Health Consultant (Industrial Hygienist
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Our mission… To equitably protect and empower consumers and workers while maintaining a predictable yet innovative regulatory environment for the businesses we regulate.

The Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is a progressive business regulatory state agency dedicated to the mission of protecting and serving Oregon's consumers and workers while supporting a positive business climate. The department administers state laws and rules governing workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, financial institutions, insurance companies and building codes. The department has consumer protection and education programs, offices, and ombuds to help consumers, injured workers, and businesses.

This position is with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA). Oregon OSHA is responsible for assuring safe and healthful working conditions for Oregon workers through promulgation and enforcement of Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, and by providing education and consultation to employees and employers.

This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Recruitment closes:
February 19, 2026

Interviews: week of March 2, 2026

Anticipated start date:
May 4, 2026

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

This position is eligible to telework on a part‑time basis once the incumbent has gained the proficiency to perform work independently. However, regular, scheduled office hours are also required.

As a Senior Occupational Health Consultant, you will perform technical work involving the application of industrial hygiene principles for the prevention and control of occupational health hazards. You will work with employers, managers, employer associations and employees to develop voluntary methods to provide safe and healthful workplaces.

For a complete listing of the duties and responsibilities of this position, please review the position description.

• One year of experience with a Federal or State occupational safety and health organization performing duties comparable to an Oregon OSHA Industrial Hygienist 2
• Five years of industrial health program experience (at least two years must be professional level industrial health program experience)
• A master’s degree with courses (45 quarter hours or 32 semester hours) in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Chemistry, a physical or biological science, Ergonomics, or Industrial Engineering AND one year of professional level industrial health program experience
• A bachelor's degree with courses (45 quarter hours or 32 semester hours) in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Chemistry, a physical or biological science, Ergonomics, or Industrial Engineering AND two years of professional level industrial health program experience
• An associate degree in Industrial Hygiene AND three and one half years of industrial health program experience (at least two years must be professional level industrial health program experience)

• Strong technical Industrial Hygiene program knowledge
• Outstanding professional communication skills, including verbal and written skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills, including the ability to assist other staff with solving problems
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups
• Skill making decisions independently
• Strong leadership skills including the ability to assume the leadership role for occupational health consultations

• A resume and cover…