Industrial Hygienist

Responsibilities:
As a Navy Industrial Hygiene Officer (IHO), you will be responsible for ensuring the health and safety of Navy Sailors and Marines by assessing workplace hygiene hazards. Key duties include:

• Assessing risks and providing consultation to Navy Commanding Officers.
• Leading Environmental and Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, and Safety programs.
• Conducting training and inspections aboard ships, shore-based workplaces, or in the field.
• Advising on environmental health issues to minimize injury and disease risks.
• Managing hygiene risks globally across operational, living, and working environments.

You will oversee programs such as Occupational Exposure Assessment, Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Ergonomics, and Hazardous Material management.

Work Environment:
IHOs serve at over 120 duty stations worldwide, including aboard aircraft carriers, U.S. Naval Hospitals, Marine Corps commands, and more, with opportunities in Hawaii, Guam, Japan, Italy, and more.

Training & Advancement:

• Required: Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI (5 weeks).
• Ongoing training in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Protection, and Naval Operations.
• Post-service opportunities for certification and career advancement in related fields.

Qualifications:

• U.S. citizenship, Bachelor’s degree (Industrial Hygiene, Biology, Chemistry, or related field), or Master’s degree (preferred).
• Minimum GPA: 3.0, with at least 40 semester hours in science courses.
• Must be between 18 and 41 years old and in good physical condition.
• Required to serve a minimum of three years on Active Duty.

Preferred:

• Certification in Industrial Hygiene (CIH).
• Field experience as an Industrial Hygienist or Technician.