Occupational Health & 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 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.

Responsibilities

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 severity and nature of violations; Input inspection and investigation data into the OSHA Information System (OIS) and provide consultation on improving workplace safety

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree; 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection and Safety Specialist; OR 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically with OSHA) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection and Safety Specialist; Valid driver's license; Knowledge of industrial hygiene principles, workplace hazards, and inspection procedures; Skill in using, calibrating, and interpreting results from industrial hygiene instruments and sampling equipment; Knowledge of federal and state OSHA regulations, safety standards, and enforcement practices; Proficiency in interpreting monitoring data, including statistical analysis; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Medical evaluation and fit testing required; Ability to travel up to 50% of the time; Ability to wear personal protective equipment

Nice to have

experience in Industrial Hygiene

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; Retirement - Pension and 457B plans; Flexible schedules and work-life balance options; Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities