Environ Hlth & Safety Cdr I

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepares for and conducts inspections of university laboratories to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulation. Completes duties associated with inspection performance including reviewing records, scheduling visits, conducting site visits, administering survey questionnaires, visually inspecting laboratories (lab safety, biological, shops and IFAS), and evaluating various pieces of safety equipment. Operate UF/state vehicle(s) to and from inspection sites Evaluates survey results, generates reports, and provides assistance related to noted deficiencies as needed. Evaluates corrective actions from noted deficiencies and follows up as needed. Conducts administrative tasks including but not limited to auditing purchase requisitions and purchase orders sent through UF’s eProcurement system for hazardous materials and safety equipment, monitoring the Lab Safety email inbox and answering general safety-related questions, managing and tracking EH&S forms such as fume hood protocols and decontamination forms, and updating lab safety handouts, reference materials and web page content as directed. Completes special projects including the evaluation and gathering of data from the University research community; benchmarking with peer safety programs, researching safety related topics, assisting with or providing training to the research community. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience.
Valid Florida Driver's License Required.
Post offer health assessment Required.
Ability to work on-campus.
Ability to wear a tight-fitting respirator for emergency purposes.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
Knowledge and understanding of lab safety regulations.
Knowledge and understanding of research laboratories, especially those using chemicals.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to fully, logically, and concisely explain safety issues to customers (UF staff, primarily researchers).

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in a chemistry-related field.
Two (2) or more years of benchtop laboratory experience with chemicals.

Responsibilities

Conduct inspections of university laboratories to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Review records, schedule visits, conduct site visits, administer survey questionnaires, and visually inspect laboratories.
Evaluate safety equipment.
Operate UF/state vehicle(s) to and from inspection sites.
Evaluate survey results and generate reports.
Provide assistance related to noted deficiencies and evaluate corrective actions.
Conduct administrative tasks including auditing purchase requisitions and purchase orders for hazardous materials and safety equipment.
Monitor the Lab Safety email inbox and answer general safety-related questions.
Manage and track EH&S forms such as fume hood protocols and decontamination forms.
Update lab safety handouts, reference materials, and web page content.
Complete special projects including evaluating and gathering data from the University research community.
Benchmark with peer safety programs.
Research safety-related topics.
Assist with or provide training to the research community.
Perform other duties as assigned.