Careers at Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
 Position:  

Ergonomist 4
 Division:   Insurance Services, Sharp
 Location:  

Tumwater, WA

 Recruitment:   08.101
 Salary:  

$5,289 – 6,943 Month, Range 69
 Opens:   March 31, 2008
 Closes:  

Open Until Filled
Job Summary:

This senior research Ergonomist will manage the Safety & Health Assessment & Research for Prevention (SHARP) Trucking Injury Reduction Emphasis (TIRES) Initiative. This position will develop and conduct ergonomic and safety research and application toward the reduction of work-related musculoskeletal disorder and occupational injuries, with emphasis on improving workplace design to reduce illness and injuries.

 

The Ergonomist 4 will:
  • Manage the TIRES project; which is to reduce the incidence of non-traumatic musculoskeletal disorders; slips, trips and falls; “struck by” and “caught in” injuries.
  • Perform statistical analyses to identify causes and prevent injuries.
  • Conduct research in Prevention and Control of Musculoskeletal Disorders.
  • Prepare federal grant applications for the program.
  • Publish papers in peer reviewed professional journals; review peer-reviewed papers submitted by staff for submission to journals.
  • Conduct ergonomics and safety laboratory and field studies; development and test new methods of intervention.
  • Provide systematic approach to evaluate intervention effectiveness in ergonomics and safety.
  • Serve as a resource and collaborate in Human Factors and Ergonomics issues.
  • Direct and supervise a team of researchers including research analysts and safety and health specialists.
  • Collaborate with the University of Washington and other research organizations on projects of mutual interests.

 


Preferred Qualification:

Ph.D. in ergonomics with two years related experience OR Master Degree in ergonomics with five years related experience.

Certification in ergonomics, with track record of peer reviewed publications in ergonomics and safety research.



Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong management skills.
  • Lead and organize projects.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, statistical packages.
  • Leadership skills that create an environment in which people can be successful.
  • Professional oral and written communication skills.
  • Build and maintain effective networks of contact useful in achieving work-related goals.
  • Ability to evaluate ergonomics programs.
  • Ability to manage people; recognizing performance problems, develop solutions, and solve problems.
  • Ability to handle heavy equipment up to 50 pounds.



Special Note:
  • Prior to any new appointment into L&I, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted.
  • Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately-owned vehicle.

 

Application Process:

We are looking for evidence that you have the skills and abilities required for this job. The information you provide will be used to decide who will be selected for the next step in the process.

 

  1. Fill out the L&I Employment Application or Resume or CV.
  2. Include a letter of interest describing how you meet the qualification, skills and abilities for this position.

 

Submit your completed Labor & Industries Job Application form, Resume or CV, and Letter of Interest using one of the following methods:

Electronic (e-mail) PREFERRED OR Mail or other delivery method

Send as an e-mail attachment in Word format to: Jobs@LNI.wa.gov

Please indicate on subject line: 08.101

Signatures are not required on e-mailed applications.

 

Office of Human Resources
Dept. of Labor & Industries
P.O. Box 44821
Olympia, WA 98504-4821

Fax: 360-902-5721

NOTE: We are unable to accept .ZIP attachments.

Some locations where you may access computer terminals:

As a condition of employment the successful candidate accepting this position will be required to comply with the Union Security clause contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington and the Washington Federation of State Employees or the Coalition.

Persons with a disability, who need assistance in the application or assessment process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 902-9152. Applicants that are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1.

The State of Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer