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Job Category
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department
Department
IPO-Envir. Health & Safety
Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Health Safety Specialist II as the department’s continual presence, liaison and provider of routine environmental, health and safety services to an assigned portion of the University.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Principally responsible for performing work related to environmental, health and safety, laboratory safety, emergency response, effective communication with client group, and creating and/or visual inspection of records for the university to assure that only sanctioned activities are carried out and that those activities are performed:
1. in accordance with Federal, State & local requirements and University policies/procedures
2. without adverse health effects on faculty, staff, students, visitors and community
3. in a manner that will protect the environment
4. so that the University’s resources are conserved and future liability is limited
Bachelor’s degree preferably in a physical, chemical, or life science, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
A minimum of five (5) years related experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Training and experience sufficient to take first level of certification in EH&S profession and intent to continue towards certification.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Scientific training in the physical, chemical, or life sciences at the undergraduate level and experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree or completion of a graduate level program in Industrial Hygiene, or Safety Engineering.
Also requires excellent computer, interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills.
Must able to lift up to 50 pounds, have a valid driver’s license, pass a physical examination, and be able to wear a respirator.
Experience and familiarity with the resources that are available to help make sound technical judgements for the resolution of a broad spectrum of issues in the EH&S field.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree or completion of a graduate level program in Health Physics, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, or Hazardous Waste Management.
Ability, experience, judgement and maturity to carry out all departmental responsibilities and to interact effectively with University community.
Excellent time management skills to routinely deal with multiple issues and activities.
Active membership and participation in an EH&S professional society.
Knowledge, use and limitation of various sampling equipment.
Knowledge, use and limitation of various sampling equipment.
Position requires the person to be able to use a PC, Word, Excel,
PPT
and other EH&S software programs and databases.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, use respiratory protection up to and including SCBAs, work in
PPE
including suits, and be able to work in a variety of working conditions, including heights, confined or restricted spaces, temperature extremes, outdoors, etc.
Special Conditions
Clean Driving Record
Posting Number
Posting Number
24ST0616
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date
03/14/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Home Location Campus
Home Location Campus
Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City
State
State
NJ
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Health Safety Specialist II
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department
IPO-Envir. Health & Safety
Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Health Safety Specialist II as the department’s continual presence, liaison and provider of routine environmental, health and safety services to an assigned portion of the University.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Principally responsible for performing work related to environmental, health and safety, laboratory safety, emergency response, effective communication with client group, and creating and/or visual inspection of records for the university to assure that only sanctioned activities are carried out and that those activities are performed:
1. in accordance with Federal, State & local requirements and University policies/procedures
2. without adverse health effects on faculty, staff, students, visitors and community
3. in a manner that will protect the environment
4. so that the University’s resources are conserved and future liability is limited
Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA
Exempt
Grade
06
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
76702.000
Annual Mid Range Salary
97086.500
Annual Maximum Salary
117471.000
Standard Hours
37.50
Union Description
Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to
http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview
.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferably in a physical, chemical, or life science, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
A minimum of five (5) years related experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Training and experience sufficient to take first level of certification in EH&S profession and intent to continue towards certification.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Scientific training in the physical, chemical, or life sciences at the undergraduate level and experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree or completion of a graduate level program in Industrial Hygiene, or Safety Engineering.
Also requires excellent computer, interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills.
Must able to lift up to 50 pounds, have a valid driver’s license, pass a physical examination, and be able to wear a respirator.
Experience and familiarity with the resources that are available to help make sound technical judgements for the resolution of a broad spectrum of issues in the EH&S field.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree or completion of a graduate level program in Health Physics, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, or Hazardous Waste Management.
Ability, experience, judgement and maturity to carry out all departmental responsibilities and to interact effectively with University community.
Excellent time management skills to routinely deal with multiple issues and activities.
Active membership and participation in an EH&S professional society.
Knowledge, use and limitation of various sampling equipment.
Equipment Utilized
Knowledge, use and limitation of various sampling equipment.
Position requires the person to be able to use a PC, Word, Excel,
PPT
and other EH&S software programs and databases.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, use respiratory protection up to and including SCBAs, work in
PPE
including suits, and be able to work in a variety of working conditions, including heights, confined or restricted spaces, temperature extremes, outdoors, etc.
Special Conditions
Multiple Vacancies
Clean Driving Record
Posting Details
Posting Number
24ST0616
Posting Open Date
03/14/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree preferably in a physical, chemical, or life science, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?
Yes
No
* Do you have a minimum of five (5) years related experience?
Yes
No
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of Professional References (contact Info)
Optional Documents
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .
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