Chemical Safety Specialist I

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, United States

Updated: 18 days ago
Location: Chapel Hill, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Information
Posting Information


Department EHS Central Account-230510
Career Area Environment, Health and Safety
Posting Open Date 03/22/2024
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Type Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title Chemical Safety Specialist I
Appointment Type EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number 00060839
Vacancy ID NF0007979
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Permanent
FTE 1
Hours per week 40
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $45,000 - $52,000
Proposed Start Date 04/22/2024

Position Information


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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The role of the Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) department is primarily environment, health and safety functions at the University. In support of the University’s core mission, EHS will provide comprehensive environmental, health and safety services to the University community. This includes education through training and consultation, maintaining a safe environment through recognizing and controlling health and safety hazards, ensuring a process of regulatory compliance and minimizing future potential liabilities. By developing EHS programs and performing various periodic inspections we can provide a safe work place, ensure a process of compliance and minimize future potential liabilities. EHS is organized into eight (8) sections: Biological Safety, Environmental Affairs, Fire Safety & Emergency Response, Occupational & Environmental Hygiene, Chemical Safety, Radiation Safety, Workplace Safety and Business & Support.
Position Summary
The primary purpose of the Chemical Safety Specialist I, is to serve as a chemical laboratory safety specialist and maintain the university’s laboratory chemical inventory program. The individual in this position must have knowledge of research safety with an emphasis on chemical safety in the laboratory work environment. The individual in this position must be able to deliver routine training with campus staff, faculty, researchers and students on corrective actions, regulations and requirements of regulatory agencies. In addition, the individual will perform laboratory safety inspections in order to maintain compliance at all UNC laboratories on campus and off-campus with regard to federal (OSHA, ANSI, EPA and NFPA), state (NCOSHA, NCDENR) and university regulations and standards. The primary goal of the position is to ensure a healthy and safe environment for the faculty, staff, students and visitors at all UNC facilities.
The employee in this position is a member of the EHS Emergency Response/HazMat Team. This responsibility involves assessment of incidents involving physical agents, radiation sources, hazardous chemicals, biological and infectious agents. This requires on-call responsibilities throughout the standard 8-hour workday (8am – 5pm). Formal First Responder Training and medical surveillance is required by the OSHA Hazwoper standard. Industrial hygiene and radiological instruments are used for detection and cleanup of spills depending on the nature of the incident. Investigation, interaction and consultation with university staff, faculty and students is required to appropriately assess an incident, proceed with facility recovery and further preventive action.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Four year degree with a preference for a related major in a physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology or closely related science; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require specific certifications or licenses. Specific jobs will require additional minimum training and/or licensing upon selection.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is necessary since illnesses/injury incidents and compliance are reported to and used by various groups in the university community. University compliance with the various regulatory agencies is dependent on the results of recordkeeping, reports, and surveys, along with the quality of the training provided to faculty, staff and students on health and safety principles, practices, policies, and procedures. Multiple regulatory agencies thoroughly scrutinize academic institutions and the performance of their safety programs. Accurate recordkeeping and compliance notifications are an essential and integral part of program management to ensure University compliance.
Inaccurate recordkeeping/compliance notifications can result in unsafe working conditions for faculty, staff, students, and compliance problems for the university. Inaccurate program management can allow unsafe, potentially dangerous, or injurious situations to persist. Failures in conforming to regulatory safety requirement may occur. Consequently, errors can lead to expensive, unnecessary regulatory fines.
Must be able to frequently walk, bend, and stand. Ability to enter laboratory animal research areas required.
The employee is exposed to animal, biological, radiation, physical and chemical hazards daily in the support areas. Work may require entering tight spaces and personal protective equipment (gloves, eye protection, SCBA, respirators, shoe covers, coveralls, etc.) and training on proper use is required. Knowledge and understanding of the principal characteristics of these hazardous agents and the accurate measurements and observation of the hazards is essential. Work environments can be affected by extreme weather conditions. The employee may be called to emergency response duty during severe weather episodes.
This position is an Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Position. The employee in this position is designated as a Mandatory Employee. As such, it is expected to report to work or remain on the job, and if deemed necessary by their supervisor, to work a differing schedule or shift than normally assigned. 
 
This position is considered Communicable Disease Mandatory On-site Primary. As such, the position performs functions that are essential to the continuation of core University operations, including utilities, during a potential health emergency.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology or related discipline; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional training, certifications, or licensure. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Entry-level experience in the Environment, Health & Safety profession preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate using written, oral and multimedia modalities. Demonstrated strong organization skills.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Must be able to frequently walk, bend, stand and climb ladders/stairs. Ability to enter laboratory animal research areas required. Ability to wear full face respirators and self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) is required. An annual physical exam is required as part of the EHS Emergency Response/HazMat Team.
This position is an Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Position. The employee in this position is designated as a Mandatory Employee. As such, it is expected to report to work or remain on the job, and if deemed necessary by their supervisor, to work a differing schedule or shift than normally assigned. 
This position is considered Communicable Disease Mandatory On-site Primary. As such, the position performs functions that are essential to the continuation of core University operations, including utilities, during a potential health emergency.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
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Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Lisa Daley, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email [email protected]
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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