Safety Specialist

ERG • Washington, DC

11d • $60,000 - $110,000 • Onsite

About The Position

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. ERG is seeking a Safety Specialist to support occupational safety and health programs. The Safety Specialist will assist clients in maintaining safe workplaces through regulatory compliance, safety program implementation, inspections, training, and technical support. This position requires a strong understanding of workplace safety regulations, excellent technical writing abilities, and the ability to communicate effectively with project teams, clients, and stakeholders. This is a full-time onsite position at a federal government agency in Washington, D.C.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Physical Sciences, or a related field
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in occupational safety, environmental health and safety
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, DOT requirements, NFPA codes, and other workplace safety standards
• Strong technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Experience preparing reports, training materials, and safety documentation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Must currently hold or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance of Top SECRET
• Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Help develop, implement, and maintain occupational safety and health programs
• Conduct safety inspections, assessments, and evaluations of industrial, construction, laboratory, and office environments
• Evaluate workplace conditions and identify potential hazards, recommending corrective actions and risk mitigation measures
• Develop technical reports, safety documentation, training materials, and outreach communications with minimal editing requirements
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support safe work practices and regulatory compliance across projects

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• life insurance
• long-term disability
• educational benefits
• FSAs
• a generous 401k plan
• profit sharing
• an EAP
• 11-20 paid vacation days per year
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level