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Safety and Occupational Health Specialist

Smithsonian Institution · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
📍 Suitland, Maryland 💰 $85447 – $111087/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

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Job Summary

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in Curatorial Office, Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM), Undersecretary for Museums and Culture. SAAM shares the stories of our nation through American art and craft to inspire reflection, spark dialogue, and build connections.

Key Responsibilities

The Safety and Occupational Health Specialist will be responsible for implementing and executing assigned elements of the safety and occupational health program for Smithsonian American Art Museum, (SAAM), National Portrait Gallery (NPG), Achieves of American Art (AAA) Smithsonian Library (SIL), Office of Protection Services (OPS) and Office of Facilities Management and Reliability (OFMR).

In this position, you will: Perform assignments to protect employees and tenant units working within the facility from occupational safety and health hazards, protect the assets from fire and life safety hazards, and protect the environment from pollution due to facility operations. Investigate incidents involving waste mishaps and prepares written reports detailing the incident(s) and educates staff on proper procedures.

Coordinate and conduct all required annual emergency drills (fire, explosion, severe weather, and other undesirable events), including active shooter or terrorism response drills.

Benefits

The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options. Please see Benefits at https://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description.

Flexible Spending Accounts - https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp Leave - http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp Life Insurance - http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp Long Term Care Insurance - http://www.ltcfeds.com Retirement Program - https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/

Contact

Willija@si.edu · 202-633-6383

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Smithsonian Institution , Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $85447 – $111087/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-20.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full-Time, Permanent position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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