Hazardous Materials Coordinator - Environment Health and Safety

University of Kansas Medical Center • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

Responsible for collecting, labeling and disposal of chemical waste generated on campus. Develops tools and compiles resources to track chemical inventories. Stay update to date on local, federal and state guidelines regarding the collection and disposal of chemical waste to maintain the highest degree of safety for the campus.

Requirements

• Four years experience in the performance of the principal accountabilities described herein. Education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DOT Hazardous Materials regulations, EPA Hazardous Waste regulations and OSHA regulations.
• Familiar with basic Microsoft office suite programs
• Experience with: research laboratories, chemical cleanup, emergency response, mercury spill cleanup, chemotherapy spill clean-up, infection control, respiratory protection and chemical fume hood surveys
• Experience with radioactive materials
• A valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science etc.)
• Experience working in a highly regulated environment and in a university, hospital, research, or laboratory setting.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certified
• Certification as a Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Completion of Incident Command Systems Training
• Muli-talking Skills
• Oral and Written Communications Skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the proper disposal of hazardous materials on both the main KC campus as well as sites at Westwood and Fairway facilities.
• Responsible for creating hazardous waste determinations
• Inventorying, collecting, inspecting, labeling and disposing of hazardous and nonhazardous chemical wastes generated by university laboratories.
• Coordinating with outside vendors to remove waste from campuses within regulated time limits
• Monitoring satellite waste accumulation areas and chemical usage areas for compliance with regulations and university standards
• Coordinating the proper disposal or recycling of: Universal waste (used bulbs, mercury containing equipment, batteries) Abandoned compressed gas cylinders Oil/sludge in the garage oil water separators
• Develop, implement and maintain a waste minimization, pollution prevention and chemical re-use program under the direction of the Director of EHS.
• Coordinating with outside vendors to properly recycle silver used in research activities.
• Assists with the collection and disposal of biohazardous waste and equipment decontamination.
• Conducts and tracks safety evaluations of facilities areas and research laboratories to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
• Administrates the chemical fume hood certification program, including but not limited to: coordinating with contractor to conduct certification ensure repairs on fume hoods are done by coordinating with facilities keep records of all certifications and changes to program notify laboratory staff on compliance updates
• Serve as an educational resource to faculty, university personnel, outside regulatory personnel and EHS office staff regarding environmental federal and state regulations and KUMC policies.
• Assists with the development of EHS plans, policies and training.
• Assists with emergency management activities this includes but is not limited to: Help investigate and mitigate accidents, spills, losses, thefts, unauthorized receipts, uses, transfers, disposals, misadministration, and other deviations from approved safety practices involving hazardous agents. Help implement corrective actions, as necessary. Being on-call after hours. Operates as an alternate emergency coordinator as outlined in the University's Contingency Plan. Serve as the alternate EHS representative on the Emergency Planning committee.
• Approves radioactive isotope orders, pick-up radioactive shipments and properly check them in.
• Manages the physical copies of Safety Data Sheets for the university
• Participate in required training which includes, but is not limited to: Annual 8hr HAZWOPER refresher Annual Biosafety and Bloodborne Pathogen training Annual Hazard Communication training Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) training An introductory training related to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act within 30 days of hire. This training shall include, but is not limited to, online training, review of the University’s Contingency Plan and on-the-job training An annual training related to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. An annual training related to the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. This training shall include, but is not limited to, online training, review of the University’s Contingency Plan and on-the-job training Every 3 year DOT training with emphasis on hazardous waste shipment Autoclave training Annual Radiation Safety training
• Serve as a key member of the University’s Environment Health & Safety office. This includes collaborating with other EHS employees to develop and implement EHS programs to resolve compliance issues and regularly update the EHS Director regarding status of programs and any identified deficiencies.

Benefits

• Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays.
• One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment.
• A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.

What This Job Offers

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