Advance Your Career as an Industrial Hygienist with the VA

Are you a safety professional dedicated to excellence? The Iowa City VA Health Care System is currently hiring an Industrial Hygienist to join our team. This position is a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise to protect the health of those who served our nation.

Job Responsibilities

As an Industrial Hygienist, you will manage comprehensive occupational health programs. Key responsibilities include:

Hazard Management: Overseeing programs for asbestos, ventilation, ergonomics, indoor air quality, and chemical safety.
Compliance Auditing: Ensuring facilities meet standards set by OSHA, the Joint Commission, and the NRC.
Monitoring: Conducting surveys to identify and measure chemical, physical, and biological stressors.
Training: Educating staff on safe handling, personal protective equipment (PPE), and hazard awareness.

Comparison: Standard Industrial Hygiene vs. VA Industrial Hygiene

Feature	Standard Private Sector Role	VA Industrial Hygienist
Focus	Efficiency/Profit-Driven	Mission-Driven/Veteran Care
Scope	Often Specialized	Diverse Facility & Research Environments
Culture	Variable	Academic & Collaborative Environment
Benefits	Private Plans	Federal Benefits Package

Requirements

To qualify for this role, you must meet the following criteria:

Education: A relevant degree in Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or Life Sciences with specific semester hours in chemistry and related fields.
Certification: ABIH certification is required.
Experience: One year of specialized professional experience at the GS-09 level.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: $74,678 – $97,087 annually.
Incentives: Recruitment incentives may be available for highly qualified candidates.
Benefits: Federal health insurance, generous retirement options, and robust leave policies.

Application Tips

Respect the Limit: Ensure your resume is exactly two pages or less.
Documentation: Always attach your transcripts.
Be Specific: Detail your hours worked and specific duties for each job history entry.

Serving as an Industrial Hygienist at the Iowa City VA is more than a job—it is a way to honor our Veterans. If you are a qualified professional looking for stability and purpose, we invite you to apply.

Why This Industrial Hygienist - Recruitment Incentive Authorized Job Matters

Protect the health of our nation's heroes while advancing your career at a 5-Star rated VA facility. We are offering a recruitment incentive for highly qualified Industrial Hygienists to join our mission-driven team in Iowa City.

Industrial Hygienist - Recruitment Incentive Authorized Job Overview

The Iowa City VA Health Care System is seeking a dedicated Industrial Hygienist to lead critical workplace safety programs. In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining safe environments for our staff and the Veterans we serve by identifying, evaluating, and controlling environmental stresses. As a hub for research and innovation, our facility provides a collaborative, high-impact environment where your expertise directly supports our commitment to world-class patient care.

Requirements for Industrial Hygienist - Recruitment Incentive Authorized

U.S. Citizenship.
A bachelor's or graduate degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health sciences, toxicology, or a related science field.
Alternatively, a degree in engineering or physical/life sciences with specific coursework (12 hours chemistry, 18 hours related science).
Certification from the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH).
Minimum of one year of specialized experience at the GS-09 grade level or equivalent.
Completion of a 1-year probationary period.
Must be able to receive the seasonal influenza vaccination.
Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959.

Preferred Qualifications for Industrial Hygienist - Recruitment Incentive Authorized

Demonstrated experience in managing respirator, asbestos, and indoor air quality programs.
Experience in technical report writing and presenting complex safety data.
Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and Joint Commission compliance standards.
Proficiency in coordinating and facilitating staff training on occupational health matters.

Federal Benefits & Perks

✓Comprehensive federal health insurance and retirement plans.
✓Generous paid time off (annual and sick leave).
✓Federal holiday pay.
✓Access to the VA's professional development and career mentorship programs.
✓Potential for recruitment incentives for highly qualified applicants.
✓Ad-hoc telework eligibility.

💡 How to Apply Industrial Hygienist - Recruitment Incentive Authorized Job & Insider Tips

Application Steps for Industrial Hygienist - Recruitment Incentive Authorized Job

Review the full vacancy announcement details carefully.
Create or update your USAJOBS profile.
Prepare a resume that is strictly limited to two pages.
Submit your online application and questionnaire before the closing date.
Complete the required USA Hire Assessments if prompted via email.
Upload all necessary supporting documentation, including academic transcripts.

💡 General Tips

Ensure your resume clearly lists job titles, duties, and exact hours worked per week.
Save your resume as a PDF to maintain formatting.
Focus your resume on results-oriented language and specific competencies.
Avoid overstating qualifications; the VA will verify all claims.
Take advantage of the USAJOBS resume builder to ensure compliance with the two-page limit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is telework allowed for this position?

Yes, this position is eligible for ad-hoc telework. Eligibility will be discussed further during the interview process.

Is a recruitment incentive offered?

Yes, recruitment incentives may be authorized for highly qualified applicants.

What is the maximum resume length?

Per the Merit Hiring Plan, resumes must not exceed two pages. Any resume longer than two pages will result in disqualification.

Job from Veterans Health Administration

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is committed to providing compassionate, whole-health care to our Veterans. The Iowa City VA Health Care System is a proud 5-Star CMS-rated facility, recognized by the American Nurses Association for excellence in workplace culture and patient care. We serve over 50,000 Veterans and maintain strong academic affiliations, making us a leader in medical research and innovation.