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University of California – Irvine Hiring for Research Safety Specialist at Irvine, CA Full Time
Job Opening ID: 69348
Reports To: Research Safety Programs Manager
Working Title: Research Safety Specialist 2
Department: Environmental Health & Safety
Bargaining Unit: 99
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 007145
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm (1 day remote)
Employee Class: CAREER
Position Summary:
The Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) provides services and support to over 50,000 students, faculty, and staff with the mission of advancing UCI’s brilliant bright future and the vision of becoming world-class campus partners. DFA serves the university as planning partners, problem solvers, and solution providers-striving to make it as easy as possible for people to get the services they need when they need them. Environmental Health & Safety strives to provide reliable, innovative, and proactive services to the campus community. EH&S and the campus community work together. Our goal is to integrate safety into the culture of our community while supporting academic and research excellence. The result is a safe and healthy environment with appropriate compliance, protection of assets, and efficient execution of business processes.
Under general supervision, the position performs comprehensive lab safety inspections to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations serve as the campus Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Coordinator. The primary duties of the job are to identify and evaluates a wide variety of potential hazards in the workplace and to coordinate the distribution of research-based PPE (i.e., lab coats, safety eye protection, and other personal protective equipment) to campus, including to research laboratories and non-academic departments, and to perform laboratory safety inspections. The position is responsible for training users about safety issues related to personal protective equipment and performing routine and impromptu audits of PPE use and practices to ensure appropriate procedures are followed. Work is reviewed for sound technical judgment and following the defined policies and procedures. Applies professional-level knowledge of the subject, including a complete understanding of a specialty area within a single academic/occupational academic/occupational discipline. Decision-making considers established procedures, relevant laws, regulations and organization policy, communication/outreach, and impact on other EH&S programs.
Total Compensation:
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
$31.94 – $56.75 (Hourly Rate)
Department Website:
https://www.ehs.uci.edu/
Required:
- Two years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
- Solid, comprehensive working knowledge / understanding of a specific EH&S field including related laws and regulations, and general understanding of all EH&S fields.
- Solid organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple projects.
- Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively in a diverse environment.
- Working skills in the appropriate use of technology and relevant scientific equipment as required.
- Extensive familiarity with research laboratory procedures and demonstrated experience in a research laboratory environment.
- Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and present training programs to individuals and groups
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with people in a wide variety of job classifications including those willing to accept occupational health and safety ideas as well as those opposed.
Preferred:
- Prior experience working in Higher Education or a University environment
- Experience in lab safety program implementation
Special Conditions Required:
- Must be able to wear PPE
- Must have a valid CA Driver’s License and participate in the DMV pull-notice program
- May be required to work outside of regularly scheduled work shift.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Legal Right to work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]