Chemical Hygiene Officer

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO) provides technical leadership and oversight for institutional chemical safety and laboratory compliance. This role develops, implements, and enforces the Chemical Hygiene Plan; conducts hazard assessments; ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and state regulations; investigates incidents; and delivers technical training in laboratory chemical safety, hazardous waste management, and exposure control. The CHO serves as the subject matter expert supporting researchers, facilities, and leadership to reduce risk and maintain a safe working environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, or equivalent experience, required.
• Three years of relevant program or project support, required.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to multitask and efficiently provide time management.
• Collaborative and team-oriented with the ability to work well independently.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.
• Master's Degree, preferred.
• Project management certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops project plans and timelines to ensure tasks are completed on schedule.
• Manages project budgets when applicable and ensures financial goals are met.
• Leads project team meetings and provides direction to team members.
• Monitors project progress and addresses any issues that arise.
• Communicates project status updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Ensures project deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level