Posted: 30-May-25
Location: Youngstown
Internal Number: 4956268
Develops, manages, and provides technical and advisory services on university environmental health and safety programs that involve the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of associated risk and hazards on campus. Assures assigned programs comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and standards. Responds to, evaluates, and provides remediation of complaints, inquiries, and emergencies on campus.
Ensures the daily function of operations and services related to any assigned program, initiative, or objective. Works under general supervision and may make some work procedural decisions which do not contravene policies; generally, determines work sequences (which task comes first) within any department/divisional guidelines. Exercises professional judgment to prioritize competing demands and allocate resources effectively to meet departmental goals. Serves as a subject matter expert and resource person for the assigned area.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Serves as the principal contact for the Chemical Management Center (CMC), the chemical hygiene plan, and hazardous waste program as well as radiation, laser, hazardous communication, respiratory protection, bloodborne pathogens, and other regulated hazardous materials campus-wide; responsible for laboratory chemical inventory and safety data sheets; responds to all related requests for information or technical assistance and visits laboratories and other areas when necessary; assists with problem resolution and provides interpretation, clari?cation, and/or review of standards, rules, policies, or programs; proactively addresses workplace safety and health issues.
Serves as the university's Chemical Hygiene Officer, Radiation Safety O?cer, Laser Safety Officer, Infection Control Officer, and Certified Hazardous Materials Shipper. Conducts inspections and identifies hazards. Provides and implements solutions and intervention strategies for environmental, health, and safety hazards including PPE evaluations.
Manages the Hazardous Waste Program to ensure compliance with the Ohio EPA and DOT and other regulatory agencies; performs waste pickups and deliveries with laboratories, maker spaces, facilities, and other areas as needed. Coordinate hazardous waste shipments and ensure compliance with all regulations. Responsible for all satellite waste accumulation areas on campus. Perform laboratory analysis and research on chemical compatibility to ensure proper handling of waste and segregation of waste streams. Update and create waste profiles as necessary. Maintain chemical and biohazard spill supplies and personal protective equipment. Assures that the necessary supplies are available when needed.
Operates and/or calibrates sound level meters, air sampling pumps, gas indicators, air velocity measuring instruments, and other testing and sampling equipment; measures environmental conditions; ascertains that sites are free of recognized health hazards.
Responds to campus emergencies as needed that may involve potentially hazardous materials, providing first aid evaluation and treatment, and assisting injured workers.?Leads incident investigations as requested and develops written reports to include root cause and corrective actions. Assists with inspection of safety critical equipment campus wide including AEDs, first aid kits, eye wash stations, and emergency showers; reports deficiencies and coordinates repair/service as needed.
Develops and updates written related programs to maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and standards. Trains and educates the university community on departmental protocols. Stays knowledgeable of changes to safety codes and regulations; researches best practices of related issues impacting the university.
Prepares reports outlining results of inspections where work related hazards were found; drafts speci?c ?ndings of safety and health regulations, and where necessary implements measures necessary to correct hazards. Places replacement equipment work orders or assists departments to place work orders as needed.
Acts as a lead worker; provides functional guidance to lower-level workers.
Analyzes complex data sets and prepares comprehensive reports with recommendations for leadership.
Researches and recommends process improvements for departmental operations on a routine or regular basis. Evaluates effectiveness and recommends enhancements of services.
Participates and/or leads complex projects, including implementation plans, timelines, and resource requirements.
Coordinates daily tasks related to one or more assigned components of overall programs and/or services as assigned.
Regularly communicates with supervisor and other staff, including student workers, as required or needed in the completion of daily tasks in support of overall goals and objectives.
Prepares and maintains accurate records of daily tasks in accordance with applicable policies and procedures and assures timely communication with supervisor, staff, and students where appropriate.
Gathers data and prepares reports and other information/documentation for supervisory review?related to programs and/or services, or one or more assigned components.
Prepares for and attends events.
Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; participates in staff development activities; attends meetings, conferences, and other events.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Trains new hires.
Performs other duties as assigned and/or required that are within the level of responsibility for this classification at the discretion of the supervisor.
Equipment Operated: Industrial hygiene sampling equipment, radiation sampling equipment, autoclave, and computer and all other standard o?ce equipment.
Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday. Must be available to respond to emergency situations outside normal working hours and on weekends.
Supervision Exercised: Supervision is exercised over student employees.
Reports to: Director
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: CPR and First Aid certified, OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER, US DOT Hazardous Materials Certification, Radiation Safety Officer, and Laser Safety Officer at hire or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: relevant regulations such as OSHA, EPA, and ANSI; Department of Homeland Security (DHS), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and Public Employment Risk Reduction Program (PERRP) regulations; basic industrial hygiene equipment such as personal air pumps, direct reading air monitoring equipment, noise dosimeters, IAQ meters, and others; industrial and/or construction safety including but not limited to con?ned space, hot work, fall protection, lockout tagout, respiratory protection, hearing conservation; chemical and biological lab safety and health including but not limited to bloodborne pathogens, radiation and laser safety, hazard communication, hazardous waste management; university policies and procedures*; office practices and procedures; department/division goals and objectives*; department/division policies and procedures*; workplace safety practices and procedures*; English grammar and spelling; records management; office management; project management.
Skill in: developing positive relationships and trust of university departments, employees, and students; prevention of negative publicity which could a?ect retention and recruitment of students and employees; use of office equipment; typing, data entry; computer operation; use of computer software and other programs applicable to the assigned department/division*.
Ability to: communicate e?ectively and calmly to avoid causing panic or fear in constituents; perform area assessments to locate odors and/or conduct general air quality measurements; assist with campus pest/animal control as needed; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; compile and prepare reports; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; prepare accurate documentation; maintain records according to established procedures; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; move quickly and effectively from one task to another; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.
(*) Developed after employment.
Minimum Qualifications: At least a bachelor's degree in safety, health, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or another related field; at least two years of experience in environmental health and safety.