NC State University
Senior Director, Environmental Health and Safety
NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Senior Director, Environmental Health and Safety
Please include as attachments a resume and cover letter.Posting InformationPosting Number:
PG193554EPInternal Recruitment:
NoWorking Title:
Senior Director, Environmental Health and SafetyAnticipated Hiring Range:
Commensurate with ExperienceAbout the Department:
NC State University is the largest and most diverse research institution in the state of North Carolina. The university is comprised of 2110 acres on the Raleigh campus, plus over 100,000 acres in research and extension farms and other facilities throughout the state of North Carolina. Its population of approximately 31,100 students and 2040 faculty includes more than 2500 graduate students supported on research and teaching appointments in the 68 established research and service centers.Knowledgeable of, interpret, apply and enforce rules promulgated by EPA, OSHA, NRC and other federal, state, and local agencies related to EH&S which regulate chemical, biological, and other physical hazard use. Develop and implement specific University policies and procedures for programs, which utilize chemicals, biological agents, radioactive materials, non-ionizing radiation and produce regulated unwanted waste streams.Work with faculty and other customers (Facilities, Housing, Athletics, etc.) to increase awareness of the department’s activities and to provide exceptional customer service in order to facilitate compliance with applicable governing rules, regulations and policies. Advise administrators, faculty, departmental managers, and researchers regarding chemical regulations and operational safety; and, provide supervisory training, upon request, to enhance the level of operational safety in institutional laboratories.Working knowledge of principles of laboratory safety, occupational health and Safety, applicable building and fire codes relevant to academic research laboratories systems and laboratory ventilation requirements. Familiar with financial management for long-term budget planning and management for the department’s budget. Knowledge of rules and regulations for spending state funds and utilizing the state purchasing process.Direct the inspection of laboratories/chemical storage areas and audit departmental operations such as facilities in order to recommend methods of ensuring safe operations. Assure coordination of advisory meetings of the Radiation Protection Committee, Hazard Materials Committee, and Occupational Safety and Health Council involving substantial interaction with faculty. Maintain chemical inventory records of laboratories/storage areas throughout campus for use in emergencies and laboratory safety plans for all areas with hazardous materials in process.Knowledge of human relations and administrative principles and techniques. Ability to oversee the work of Assistant Directors and other professionals. Requires supervisory skills. Assure that personnel are hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised to assist in emergency response and hazardous materials processing activities.Other Responsibilities:Advise local government officials and emergency personnel regarding hazardous materials. Review EHS matters with the University’s legal department as necessary to ensure compliance. Coordinate Worker’s Compensation activity with Human Resources Division. Assure that all appropriate University radiation and environmental licenses and permits are maintained in conformance with applicable rules, regulations and requirements.QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience:Master’s degree in chemical or physical sciences, or environmental health or related discipline is required; or a relevant undergraduate degree and at least two years of relevant experience may be substituted for the advanced degree. Professional certification such as CIH, CSP, or CHP strongly preferred.A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in one of the environmental health and safety professions in a university (or similar) environment is required.Other Required Qualifications:Must be highly motivated, energetic and innovative.Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to EH&S issues.Working knowledge of chemical laboratory operations, equipment and storage practices.Ability to communicate and establish a good working relationship with faculty, administration, and students of the University; local, state and federal government officials; local media representatives; and the general public.Ability to think clearly and function effectively in hazardous, emergency situations.Working knowledge of building and fire codes applicable to academic research laboratories.Working knowledge of process safety protocols for the research environment.Preferred Qualifications:Professional certification such as CIH, CSP, or CHP strongly preferred.Required License(s) or Certification(s):Valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of hire, must be maintained.Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions:Job Open Date:
07/24/2024Anticipated Close Date:Please include as attachments a resume and cover letter.Position Number:
00100667Position Type:
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00Appointment:
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events:
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal EmergenciesDepartment ID:
426301 - EHPS - Env Health & SafetyAA/EEO:
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Please include as attachments a resume and cover letter.Posting InformationPosting Number:
PG193554EPInternal Recruitment:
NoWorking Title:
Senior Director, Environmental Health and SafetyAnticipated Hiring Range:
Commensurate with ExperienceAbout the Department:
NC State University is the largest and most diverse research institution in the state of North Carolina. The university is comprised of 2110 acres on the Raleigh campus, plus over 100,000 acres in research and extension farms and other facilities throughout the state of North Carolina. Its population of approximately 31,100 students and 2040 faculty includes more than 2500 graduate students supported on research and teaching appointments in the 68 established research and service centers.Knowledgeable of, interpret, apply and enforce rules promulgated by EPA, OSHA, NRC and other federal, state, and local agencies related to EH&S which regulate chemical, biological, and other physical hazard use. Develop and implement specific University policies and procedures for programs, which utilize chemicals, biological agents, radioactive materials, non-ionizing radiation and produce regulated unwanted waste streams.Work with faculty and other customers (Facilities, Housing, Athletics, etc.) to increase awareness of the department’s activities and to provide exceptional customer service in order to facilitate compliance with applicable governing rules, regulations and policies. Advise administrators, faculty, departmental managers, and researchers regarding chemical regulations and operational safety; and, provide supervisory training, upon request, to enhance the level of operational safety in institutional laboratories.Working knowledge of principles of laboratory safety, occupational health and Safety, applicable building and fire codes relevant to academic research laboratories systems and laboratory ventilation requirements. Familiar with financial management for long-term budget planning and management for the department’s budget. Knowledge of rules and regulations for spending state funds and utilizing the state purchasing process.Direct the inspection of laboratories/chemical storage areas and audit departmental operations such as facilities in order to recommend methods of ensuring safe operations. Assure coordination of advisory meetings of the Radiation Protection Committee, Hazard Materials Committee, and Occupational Safety and Health Council involving substantial interaction with faculty. Maintain chemical inventory records of laboratories/storage areas throughout campus for use in emergencies and laboratory safety plans for all areas with hazardous materials in process.Knowledge of human relations and administrative principles and techniques. Ability to oversee the work of Assistant Directors and other professionals. Requires supervisory skills. Assure that personnel are hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised to assist in emergency response and hazardous materials processing activities.Other Responsibilities:Advise local government officials and emergency personnel regarding hazardous materials. Review EHS matters with the University’s legal department as necessary to ensure compliance. Coordinate Worker’s Compensation activity with Human Resources Division. Assure that all appropriate University radiation and environmental licenses and permits are maintained in conformance with applicable rules, regulations and requirements.QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience:Master’s degree in chemical or physical sciences, or environmental health or related discipline is required; or a relevant undergraduate degree and at least two years of relevant experience may be substituted for the advanced degree. Professional certification such as CIH, CSP, or CHP strongly preferred.A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in one of the environmental health and safety professions in a university (or similar) environment is required.Other Required Qualifications:Must be highly motivated, energetic and innovative.Thorough knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to EH&S issues.Working knowledge of chemical laboratory operations, equipment and storage practices.Ability to communicate and establish a good working relationship with faculty, administration, and students of the University; local, state and federal government officials; local media representatives; and the general public.Ability to think clearly and function effectively in hazardous, emergency situations.Working knowledge of building and fire codes applicable to academic research laboratories.Working knowledge of process safety protocols for the research environment.Preferred Qualifications:Professional certification such as CIH, CSP, or CHP strongly preferred.Required License(s) or Certification(s):Valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of hire, must be maintained.Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions:Job Open Date:
07/24/2024Anticipated Close Date:Please include as attachments a resume and cover letter.Position Number:
00100667Position Type:
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00Appointment:
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events:
Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal EmergenciesDepartment ID:
426301 - EHPS - Env Health & SafetyAA/EEO:
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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