Occupational Safety Specialist III (Industrial Hygiene Specialist) - R103442

Department:

Location: Belknap Campus

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req ID: R103442

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be substituted for the requirements noted. Grade 8E Salary Range Minimum $65,400 Midpoint $81,800 Maximum $98,100

Position Description:

The Occupational Safety Specialist III  (Industrial Hygiene Specialist) works under the direction of the Occupational Health and Safety Manager to develop, implement, and maintain a university-wide industrial hygiene programs such as indoor air quality, exposure to hazardous environments, ergonomics, and noise exposure. Typical work includes the investigation of stakeholder concerns, collection of data through use of analytical equipment, writing of professional reports, and implementation of hazard controls. This position also assists in the delivery of training, drafting of new policies and procedures, and collaborating with stakeholders and other internal DEHS teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform various industrial hygiene tasks including, but not limited to; indoor air quality studies, noise surveys, exposure monitoring, and workplace ergonomic evaluations.
• Investigate Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) complaints utilizing standard methods and ensure the timely resolution of concerns.
• Recognize, evaluate, and control working conditions that may cause illness or impair the health of workers.
• Maintain the chemical fume hood inspection program on all campuses.
• Participate in or lead incident investigations for injuries or illnesses related to occupational exposures.
• Maintain industrial hygiene equipment and provide justification for new equipment needs.
• Review construction and renovation activities as they relate to industrial hygiene. Provide guidance regarding compliance with applicable federal, state, and local codes.
• Participate on laboratory assessment team and safety committees as needed.
• Work collaboratively with other DEHS groups on projects with industrial hygiene crossover.
• Develop policy and procedural documents intended to address existing and emerging exposures to chemicals, noise, ergonomics, and other hazardous environments.

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Experience in research or higher education
• Other safety related certification (CSP, SMS, ASP, GSP, CHMM)
• Advanced degree in related field
• Experience in research or higher education and familiarity with OSHA Lab Standard
• Asbestos Abatement Supervisor, Lead Paint Certification

Service- customer focused and driven by a desire to deliver excellent service to stakeholders

Communication- excellent verbal and written communication skills with personnel at all levels of the university

Teamwork- work effectively with other DEHS team members and collaboratively with the UofL community

Knowledge- Possess a high level of knowledge in industrial hygiene including applicable OSHA, NIOSH, and ACGIH standards and best practices.

Dynamic- able to learn and adapt to rapidly changing processes, procedures, methods and environments.

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact the Employment team at [email protected] or 502.852.6258.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.