The Role
Support occupational safety and health programs by conducting inspections and evaluations across industrial, construction, laboratory, and office environments; identify hazards and recommend corrective actions; develop technical reports, safety documentation, and training materials; and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance.
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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.
IMMEDIATE NEED: Please respond as soon as possible and not later than July 10, 2026.
Job Description:
- 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
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- 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
- 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
- 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
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including 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) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.
If you’re a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG’s online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (781) 674-7293.
ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Physical Sciences, or related field
- 3 to 5 years professional experience in occupational safety or environmental health and safety
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, DOT requirements, and NFPA codes
- 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
- Professional certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour, CSP, ASP, or CIH
- Must currently hold or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance of Top Secret
- Must be a U.S. citizen (position not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations)
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The Company
What We Do
ERG is a multidisciplinary consulting firm offering a broad range of professional services. From offices across the country, we serve a spectrum of public and private clients, including federal agencies, state governments, corporations, and universities.
