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This recruitment has been reposted to invite additional applicants to apply and will remain open continuously. Applicant review is ongoing with the next review on March 6, 2024. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision and/or to close the recruitment at any time.
Make a difference.
This Senior Toxicologist reports to the Site Assessment and Toxicology Section (SATS) Section manager, and the position responsibilities include establishing partnerships to address public health threats from environmental contaminants. The Senior Toxicologist provides expertise on non-routine human health toxicological issues, collaborating with various entities, including the US Environmental Protection Agency, Washington State Department of Ecology, other state and local public health agencies, and Tribal governments. This senior role works closely with health education staff to improve health education and outcomes, and to prioritize equity and environmental justice. This position will be one of the technical leads for this office and will be overseeing methodologies, research, and information development.
The duty station for this position is Tumwater, WA, but telework (mobile work) is currently expected for most work activities. Incumbents may be expected to report to DOH offices or attend in-person meetings with office staff, and internal and external partners around the state.
Work that matters
Public health promotes and protects the health of all people in the state of Washington, in the communities where they live, learn, work, and play. We understand that our efforts to achieve more equitable health outcomes for the communities we serve begin with our ability to operationalize and institutionalize equity throughout our internal policies, systems, and practices.
About DOH
Join the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding public health. As a frontline defender of our communities, DOH collaborates with partners around the clock to impact the lives of every Washingtonian and visitor. We’re not just an organization; we’re a catalyst for change, guided by our core values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement. Our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington’s health is in motion, and we invite you to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of the state by joining us in this exciting journey. Your work at DOH truly matters.
Why DOH
We are dedicated to your work-life harmony and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. To learn more about “Why DOH”, visitWork@Health.
Our Ideal Candidate
Has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understand how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. They demonstrate resilience and outward behaviors even when confronted with others who are not open or collaborative.
Required Qualifications
Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile.
Option 1: Master of Science degree in toxicology or in a health or ecological-related science (e.g., chemistry, environmental science) with a major emphasis in toxicology, AND four (4) years of relevant toxicology experience that includes one or more of the following:
- Evaluating the exposures and effects of toxic chemicals on health outcomes, including chemicals of high concern to children.
- Conducting exposure assessments including the design, implementation, and/or analysis of biomonitoring surveys.
- Leading and/or collaborating with internal and external agencies and academic partners to identify priority environmental public health toxicological issues, including developing and vetting policy initiatives related to toxicology.
- Evaluating toxicology research literature for relevance to emerging human health toxicology issues;
- Articulating policy on human health toxicological issues to workgroups advisory committees, and legislative or regulatory bodies at the state and federal levels.
Option 2: Ph.D. degree in toxicology, or in a health or ecological-related science AND three (3) years of relevant toxicology experience that includes one or more of the following:
- Evaluating the exposures and effects of toxic chemicals on health outcomes, including chemicals of high concern to children.
- Conducting exposure assessments including the design, implementation, and/or analysis of biomonitoring surveys.
- Leading and/or collaborating with internal and external agencies and academic partners to identify priority environmental public health toxicological issues, including developing and vetting policy initiatives related to toxicology.
- Evaluating toxicology research literature for relevance to emerging human health toxicology issues;
- Articulating policy on human health toxicological issues to workgroups advisory committees, and legislative or regulatory bodies at the state and federal levels.
All experience will include:
Practical skills in MS Excel for spreadsheet tasks, database management, MS Word for document creation and formatting, and Microsoft Outlook or similar email systems for electronic correspondence.
Application Process
Intrigued? Click "Apply" to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:
- A cover letter (without personal pictures) describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
- A current resume (without personal pictures).
- Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section, which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.
Attachments: Do not attach any documents that include photos, letters of recommendation, or private information (transcripts, social security number, year of birth, etc.).
Veterans: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach 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 to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.
This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran’s status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.
If you have questions or need other assistance please contact Andrea Thieme at andrea.thieme@doh.wa.gov or (360) 918-6601 For persons with disabilities, this document is available in other formats. Please call 800-525-0127 (TDD/TTY 711) or email doh.information@doh.wa.gov. Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can’t log in, password or email issues, error messages).
Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions
With or without accommodation, I am willing and able to:
- Work a full-time 40-hour work week and occasionally adjust work-schedule to meet business needs, which may include evenings and weekends. A flexible work schedule will be considered upon request and supervisor approval.
- Occasionally travel alone or with another person throughout the state, which may include overnight.
- Legally operate a state- or privately-owned vehicle or provide alternative transportation while on state business.
- Relocating objects and materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Participate in emergency response exercises and emergency events/high-priority assignments as assigned.
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Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and education selected, listed, and detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile or attachments.
