Job Description
Posting number: 2026-01922
Department: Department of Workforce Services
Division: Worker's Comp - Rock Springs
Job classification: INOS09 - SENIOR INSPECTION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST
Posting type: Open
Categories: Investigative, Safety
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
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 Workforce Services is looking for a dedicated individual with a background in industrial hygiene or occupational safety to join our OSHA enforcement team.
As a Health and Safety Inspector, you'll travel throughout the state conducting 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 communities and MUCH MORE !
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Human Resource Contact: kelly.gayer@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Conduct health and safety inspections and investigations in workplaces across Wyoming 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 workplace fatalities, 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.
- Issue citations, recommend abatement strategies, and establish correction deadlines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- 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.
- Calculate and apply penalties based on the severity and nature of violations.
- Input inspection and investigation data into the OSHA Information System (OIS) and provide consultation on improving workplace safety.
Examples of duties
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
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
Qualifications
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Medical Evaluation and Fit testing are required.
- Travel can be required up to 50% of the time, in and out of state, for this position.
- 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
- The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services (DWS) uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about https://www.e-verify.gov/, including your rights and responsibilities.
- 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.
- Offers of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.
Supplemental information
053-Department of Workforce Services - Administration - OSHA
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Human Resource Contact: kelly.gayer@wyo.gov
