L&I DOSH Lab and Training Center Program Assistant
Washington State
- Thurston County, WA Tumwater, WA
- $37,740-50,088 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability
This position contributes to L&I's mission to Keep Washington Workers Safe & Healthy by supporting the Division of Occupational Safety (DOSH) and other Health programs, located at the WA State Labor & Industries and Dept of Agriculture Safety & Health Lab & Training Center in Tumwater, WA. This position also offers auxiliary support to the L&I SHARP program and WSDA Plant Pathology and Food Safety & Consumer Services programs (co-located).As the Program Assistant, you will primarily function as a receiving specialist to independently organize and route samples, chemicals, sampling equipment, laboratory supplies, and packages to the appropriate program area following specific and discrete Chain of Custody protocols.In addition, you will also act as the L&I/WSDA Safety & Health Lab and Training Center primary contact responding to building access requests from shippers, vendors, contractors, stakeholders, trainees, and visitors. During large training events, this position may assist with coordination of front door reception and building navigation.Coordinate building wide support by regularly meeting with program stakeholders, facilities, maintenance, and emergency management personnel to enhance the efficiency of communications between building occupants.All of this will be done by working independently requiring communication with various state and commercial entities, occasionally using complex scientific and technical language, following enhanced levels of safety protocols due to the potential chemical hazards associated with a laboratory facility.Our ideal candidate will be someone who can work very independently while also being a strong, self-starting communicator and can take charge of this vital role that is essential to the functionality and success of our operations.For this position, telework is not permitted. The assigned duty station for this position is our brand new, state-of-the-art lab and training center in Tumwater, Washington.Learn more about DOSH here:See all of our current L&I DOSH position openings here:DutiesSome of what you'll do:
- Receive incoming laboratory samples, chemicals, sampling equipment, and laboratory supplies.
- Route specific packages to the discrete programs.
- Track routed packages to discrete program areas, ensuring appropriate handling and storage.
- Be knowledgeable of and follow specific chain of custody protocols, as defined by each laboratory under
- Use computer programs, such as Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
- Monitor video telecom doorbells for East and West building entrances.
- Order building supplies and maintain inventory.
- Schedule package deliveries.
- Coordinate large shipments with L&I/WSDA warehouses.
- Act as primary liaison between customers, programs, laboratory, and training center.
- Follow specific protocol.
- Greet and admit visitors, vendors, contractors, trainees, and delivery service providers into the secured areas of the building.
- Facilitate program notification of vendor arrival and proper check in protocols.
- Coordinate arrangements for DOSH Lab & Training Center activities, such as building tours, cross program meetings, and building emergency response plans.
- Work independently to resolve customer/client complaints and addressing complex issues when needed.
- Answer multi-phone lines and provide information to customers and visitors.
- Coordinate and issue day badge access to secured areas of the building.
- Provide assistance to staff/visitors attending trainings.
- And much more!
- High school graduation or equivalent AND Two years of full-time clerical experience.
- Equivalent education/experience.
- Six months experience supporting cross-program or multi-divisional business activities.
State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee's career. Click on the “Benefits” tab to learn more.At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.Application process
We will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position. Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.Please include the following documents with your application:
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detailing applicable experience and education. * A list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
Background Check Notice:
Prior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.Other information
- For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
- This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
- Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
- The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
- Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.
Washington is to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.Veterans Preference
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I's .Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
L&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.For more Information
If you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact the recruiter, Lori Hensin (she/her/hers) at .