Occupational Safety Coordinator

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. The Chemical/Environmental Hygiene Specialist (CEHS) works under the general direction of Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO). The CEHS is responsible for monitoring campus programs designed to identify, evaluate and control occupational hazards to UAMS employees including but are not limited to, acceptance, processing, packing, documentation and tracking of hazardous chemicals waste for storage, shipment, and disposal. Provides assistance in environmental compliance. Member of the Emergency Spill Response Team. Stay up to date with regulatory changes and update SOPs as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience in occupational health and safety related field
Computer competency
Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, lifting items up to 50 lbs. unassisted; maneuvering 55 gallon drums using a hand truck or drum dolly.
Must medically qualify to wear a respirator and other protective equipment, as needed.
Position requires frequent exposure to hazardous chemical and radioactive wastes.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in environmental sciences, chemistry, safety, industrial hygiene, biology or a related field, plus 2 years' experience in occupational health and safety or in related field.
Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements.
OSHA’s Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response standard (HAZWOPER); 40 Hour initial training with eight (8) hours annual refresher. Will be provided within the first year if candidate does not have it.

Responsibilities

Performs worksite assessments to determine what kinds of risks and hazards exist and whether the site meets all regulatory compliance standards.
Investigates occupational or worksite accidents or issues.
Writes reports based on findings.
Communicates with managers and employees about specific issues that need attention, such as unsafe work practices and failure to comply with health and safety standards.
Conducts training and safety education sessions for workers, such as how to properly use safety equipment or avoid accidents.
Monitors campus programs designed to identify, evaluate and control occupational hazards to UAMS employees.
Handles acceptance, processing, packing, documentation and tracking of hazardous chemicals waste for storage, shipment, and disposal.
Provides assistance in environmental compliance.
Serves as a member of the Emergency Spill Response Team.
Stays up to date with regulatory changes and updates SOPs as needed.