Senior Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist - EHS-Environmental Radiation Safety

UTMB Health • Galveston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides professional knowledge and expertise in the operation and support of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs in compliance with regulatory agencies, national guidelines, and institutional policies. This position is a senior technical position in the UTMB-EHS, Radiation & Occupational Safety group. As a senior safety specialist, the incumbent is expected to independently develop, lead, and execute EHS projects and programs, mentor junior staff, and develop/deliver training to faculty & staff in large/small settings. This position is responsible for overseeing the Industrial Safety Inspection Program, participating in the Laboratory Inspection Program, and assisting the Water Quality & Industrial Hygiene Programs. Additionally, the position will serve on one or more safety committees, directly interacting with other EHS professionals, Principal Investigators, and UTMB Executive Leadership. Advanced levels of computer skill sets are needed to develop and deliver performance and compliance reports. A working knowledge of various codes, the ability to make and effectively apply interpretations is required. The Senior Safety Specialist will be supervised by the EHS Supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an environmental, natural, or applied science, or related field
• 3 years of related experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience relevant to the role may be considered
• Must complete 24- or 40-hour HAZWOPER certification within 6 months of hire
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license
• Pass all background checks
• Able to operate a UTMB vehicle
• Advanced knowledge of environmental health & safety regulations
• Ability to inspect, test, monitor, or measure safe environmental levels
• Ability to evaluate observed conditions and provide recommendations
• Responsible for closing or stopping any unsafe work conditions
• Responsible for reporting all compliance discrepancies to the Program Director and/or EHS Supervisor
• Responsible for directing daily work activities to achieve departmental and programmatic goals
• Eligible for unescorted access to category 1 and category 2 quantities of radioactive material based upon a Trustworthiness and Reliability determination

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in an environmental, natural, or applied science, or related field
• 5 years of related experience
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Certified Healthcare Facilities Manager (CHFM)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Registered Environmental Manager (REM)
• Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS/RS)
• Other EHS – recognized professional certifications
• CIH or the ability/desire to obtain within one year of hire

Responsibilities

• Independently plans, develops, trains, and implements diversified EHS programs.
• Provides customer service and consultation on safety compliance.
• Develops systems that prevent problems from arising.
• Directly interacts with faculty and other groups to achieve desired outcomes.
• Supports and directly participates in committee activities.
• Troubleshoots technical issues involving knowledge of research projects and works directly to intervene and obtain safe work practices.
• Responsible for knowledge of applicable environmental, health, and safety rules and regulations on a local, state, and federal level.
• Facilitates team development and team dynamics, including empowerment.
• Assists with regulatory inspections.
• Performs inspections, testing of safety equipment, and maintains records to meet compliance goals.
• Provides input on facility operations, construction and renovation projects, and will directly interact with contractors to influence outcomes based on technical expertise.
• Responds to hazardous materials releases and other emergent conditions within scope of training and experience.
• Participates in emergency on-call program.
• Supports and coaches integration of team process concepts.
• Achieves results with minimal to no coaching.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Overseeing the Industrial Safety Inspection Program.
• Participating in the Laboratory Inspection Program.
• Assisting the Water Quality & Industrial Hygiene Programs.
• Serving on one or more safety committees.
• Developing and delivering training to faculty & staff.
• Mentoring junior staff.

Benefits

• Actual salary commensurate with experience

What This Job Offers

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