Occupational Health and Safety Specialists
Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists to increase by 18.5% between 2024 and 2034, from 143,100 to 169,600 jobs. Its estimate of 17,100 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($90,150), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
143,100
Projected employment (2034)
169,600
Projected change (2024–2034)
19%
Annual openings (projected average)
17,100
Pay & Preparation
$90,150
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (4/5) • Active Listening (4/5) • Speaking (4/5) • Writing (4/5) • Critical Thinking (3.75/5) • Complex Problem Solving (3.75/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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