Chief Safety Officer

National Institute of Standards and Technology · Department of Commerce

📍 Gaithersburg, Maryland 💰 $151661 – $228000/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: National Institute of Standards and Technology
Department: Department of Commerce
Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland
Salary: $151661 – $228000/yr
Hiring Path: Ses
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Top Secret
Date Posted: 2026-08-31
Application Deadline: 2026-09-14

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Job Summary

The Chief Safety Officer of the Office of Safety, Health, and Environment (OSHE) at NIST promotes and sustains a strong, integrated safety culture that enables staff at all levels to understand their roles, contribute effectively, and advance the success of the Institute.

OSHE furthers this goal by advising the NIST Director and Associate Directors on all matters related to safety, health, and environment (SH&E) to achieve office objectives and advance organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities

The Chief Safety Officer is primarily responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and administering the NIST-wide safety, health, and environment (SH&E) program to help ensure the NIST mission is accomplished while protecting workers, the public, and the environment. In addition, you will: Oversee efforts to develop, implement, and maintain a robust, integrated, and risk-based SH&E management system at NIST and to support its implementation.

Propose, evaluate, and justify the overall SH&E program, its objectives, and its activities from technical, policy, and operational standpoints. Prepare budget estimates for the program, reviewing its budget justifications, and allocating and realigning funds for various activities. Lead strategic and operational planning to improve the SH&E management system, including identifying organizational needs, establishing objectives, and developing implementation plans.

Serve as principal spokesperson for SH&E, representing NIST before Administration officials, Congress, the Department of Commerce, other agencies, industry, and academia. Promote a strong and integrated safety culture throughout NIST through leadership, communication, and continuous engagement with stakeholders.

Provide authoritative guidance on SH&E issues, ensuring the program meets organizational priorities, regulatory obligations, and best practices in laboratory safety and health.

Requirements & Education

This position does not have an education requirement.

Contact

amy.laughter@nist.gov · 2028455196

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Institute of Standards and Technology, Department of Commerce.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $151661 – $228000/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-14.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Ses' hiring path.