Hazardous Waste Safety Specialist 1 (Safety Specialist 1)

Job description

• Using sound judgment, analytical, organizational, and time management skills, perform independent, accurate and timely management of audits, inspections, projects, issue resolution, and inquiries.
• Use of advanced knowledge of federal, state, local, and OHSU statutes, regulations, guidance, policies, procedures, and systems to:
• Collect, categorize, separate, store, and appropriately dispose of hazardous and universal waste.
• Research issues and advise labs/clinics/facilities on appropriate practices in managing various types of chemical waste.
• Work with leadership to identify, develop, and implement continuous training and communication to the OHSU community to improve safety, integrity, and related areas at OHSU.
• Serve as a subject matter expert/consultant to all areas and all levels of the OHSU community.
• Provide technical and subject matter input on the development of policies and SOPs to EHS leadership.
• Identify deficiencies, collaborate on corrective action plans, and advise on how to achieve compliance with regulatory requirements in an efficient manner.
• Implement new policies and procedural changes to affected OHSU members.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives in partnership with EHS leadership.
• Work with EHS leadership, advisory councils, the OHSU community, and other appropriate OHSU units in development and enhancement of safety and integrity at OHSU.
• Identify weaknesses and deficiencies, and provide input to EHS leadership on how to enhance the quality and efficiency of the work performed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 3 years of related experience.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Working knowledge of requirements related to safety.
• Ability to understand biological, chemical and scientific terminology in order to provide thorough and accurate review and guidance.
• Experience identifying, collecting, processing, and documenting hazardous waste streams.
• Experience reviewing, interpreting, and providing guidance on regulatory rules and standards.
• Ability to use and maintain industrial hygiene monitoring instrumentation and supplies.
• Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment.
• Effective organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking skills to meet multiple deadlines and complete numerous projects simultaneously.
• Ability to interact in a positive, productive manner with research faculty and staff, leadership, and other staff (demonstrating sensitivity, tact, and professionalism).
• Advanced proficiency with electronic systems and software.
• Advanced degree or additional emphasis/training/education in safety or a related scientific discipline (e.g. bachelor’s degree in a related field such as biology, chemistry, or environmental science) strongly preferred.
• EHS-specific experience at an academic medical center or accredited medical facility.
• Functional knowledge of current safety requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership and formal/informal influence skills.
• Advanced knowledge in federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance relating to safety and related areas.
• CIH, CHMM, CSP preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• 3 years of related experience.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Working knowledge of requirements related to safety.
• Ability to understand biological, chemical and scientific terminology in order to provide thorough and accurate review and guidance.
• Experience identifying, collecting, processing, and documenting hazardous waste streams.
• Experience reviewing, interpreting, and providing guidance on regulatory rules and standards.
• Ability to use and maintain industrial hygiene monitoring instrumentation and supplies.
• Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment.
• Effective organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong multi-tasking skills to meet multiple deadlines and complete numerous projects simultaneously.
• Ability to interact in a positive, productive manner with research faculty and staff, leadership, and other staff (demonstrating sensitivity, tact, and professionalism).
• Advanced proficiency with electronic systems and software.
• Advanced degree or additional emphasis/training/education in safety or a related scientific discipline (e.g. bachelor’s degree in a related field such as biology, chemistry, or environmental science) strongly preferred.
• EHS-specific experience at an academic medical center or accredited medical facility.
• Functional knowledge of current safety requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership and formal/informal influence skills.
• Advanced knowledge in federal and state laws, regulations, and guidance relating to safety and related areas.
• CIH, CHMM, CSP preferred.