Public Health Specialist 1 (Exposure Assessment) (NY HELPS) - 6861
Health, Department of · Albany · New York
- Role
- Data scientist
- Posted
- Aug 3, 2026
- Closes
- Aug 14, 2026
- Salary
- $53764 to $85138 Annually
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Summary
The Public Health Specialist 1 (Exposure Assessment) conducts on-site observations of accredited asbestos safety training programs to ensure compliance with regulations and that workers receive accurate, comprehensive instruction. The position is based at the Center for Environmental Health - Bureau of Occupational Health and Injury Prevention in Albany and requires extensive travel throughout New York State, including overnight stays, to evaluate training courses and prepare compliance reports.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a qualifying field (environmental science, toxicology, industrial hygiene, occupational health, etc.)
- Two years of professional experience assessing the impact of toxic substances on public health
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to initiate professional interactions independently
- Detail-oriented with excellent observational skills and note-taking abilities
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently without constant supervision
- Willingness to travel 70% throughout New York State to areas not served by public transportation
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