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Industrial Hygiene Consultant

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Jun 2026

💰 $77,520/yr

About the role

Job Requisition ID: 56742
Opening Date: 06/29/2026
Closing Date: 07/14/2026
Agency: Department of Labor
Class Title: INDUSTRIAL SERVICES HYGIENIST - 21127
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/2026) $6,460 monthly: Full Range $6,460 - $9,337 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

As a State of Illinois Department of Labor employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per year
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)

Position Overview

The Industrial Services Hygienist position is an integral part of Illinois OSHA’s mission to ensure safe and healthy working conditions by assisting employers with complying with occupational safety and health standards and providing training, outreach, education, and assistance to employers and employees throughout Illinois. Our vision is to be an occupational safety and health resource which is realized through timely, practical, useful, courteous, and professional services, all of which is built on the premise that occupational deaths, injuries, and illnesses can be prevented.

Essential Functions

Conducts on-site consultation visits at workplaces to assess compliance with occupational safety and health standards with a focus on industrial hygiene.
Travels to conduct walk-throughs of the work sites, observing work practices and operation processes to identify occupational hazards and determine sampling strategies.
Performs noise and air sampling surveys and utilizes other technical field equipment.
Prepares the case file for review and submits a technical report to the business establishment documenting the
survey including sampling techniques, methods, sampling results, and hazards identified and corrective action recommendations.
Attends meetings, conferences, and training sessions for the purpose of updating knowledge and skill