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Occupational Health & Safety Specialist

Company

University of Washington
Address , Seattle, 98195, Wa
Employment type
Salary $4,859 - $7,270 a month
Expires 2023-06-24
Posted at 1 year ago
Job Description
Benefits:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.


As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
The Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) supports and advances the teaching, learning, and research activities of the University of Washington by providing and coordinating programs and services that foster a safe and healthy campus community.
We are currently seeking a knowledgeable and experienced individual to support the UW’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Section for the UW EH&S Department.
We have an outstanding opportunity for an Occupational Health & Safety Specialist.
Reporting to the Manager of Program Operations, OSH, the Occupational Health & Safety Specialist is responsible for supporting the implementation of environmental health and safety programs addressing workplace and occupational health and safety risks at the University of Washington. The Occupational Health & Safety Specialist will work with senior staff members and support the development, implementation and sustainment of industrial hygiene and physical safety programs.
The successful candidate will become familiar with the mission, vision, strategic objectives, policies and procedures affecting the EH&S department and Health Sciences Administration (HSA). EH&S interacts regularly with HSA and the University’s organizational units (academic, operational, administrative, clinical and research), as well as external regulatory entities (e.g., WA Department of Health, Department of Ecology, National Institutes of Health, WA Dept. of Labor and Industries, etc.). The ideal candidate must be organized and able to quickly learn the organizational structures, communication dynamics, and service requirements impacting our Department, partner entities and populations served.
This position provides support for the development and implementation of environmental health and safety programs addressing workplace and occupational health and safety risks at the University of Washington. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the on-going implementation and sustainment of the safety and health programs focused on protecting personnel from physical hazards and exposures to hazardous materials. This position ensures that EH&S initiatives are aligned with those articulated by Health Sciences Administration and the University of Washington Central Administration.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties & Responsibilities:
Occupational and Industrial hygiene program direction and support:
  • Support industrial hygienists in identifying hazards, assessing risks, determining controls and measuring control effectiveness.

  • Support the implementation of the respiratory protection program; prepare for, conduct fit-testing, and clean-up following fit-testing sessions for respirator wearers.

  • Assist senior staff members in incident investigations and utilize incident database to retrieve data, analyze data and determine trends.

  • Support senior staff in identifying initiatives and operational activities to ensure University compliance with changing standards of occupational health and safety regulations.

  • Participate in departmental, University, and state advisory and/or technical committees and organizational health and safety committees, as assigned.

  • Prepare IH equipment for periodic calibration off-site and and perform on-site calibration, data entry, and record keeping for field operations; support IH equipment lab operations, as needed.

    • General health and safety program direction and support:
  • Support implementation and sustainment of general safety programs.

  • Identify workplace hazards and understand control strategies to manage risks.

  • Collaborate with other EH&S technical groups as part of the larger integrated EH&S program.

  • Support subject matter experts in one or more areas of safety, e.g., confined space entry, electrical safety, hazardous energy control, shop safety and fall protection.

  • Comply with regulations and University and departmental policies and procedures regarding health and safety.

  • Must observe and support good health and safety practices.

  • Provide background information and data for technical meetings; represent assigned area and/or specialty in meetings and interact with internal and external customers.

  • Conduct health and safety inspections and provide necessary documentation to program lead.

    • Departmental Activities and Special Projects:
  • Support the client-based model for delivery of occupational health and safety services.

  • Incorporate strategic planning initiatives from the EH&S Strategic plan into the routine work plan.

  • Support data gathering for metrics and performance monitoring of programs to ensure organizational efficiencies and desired outcomes are met and program goals are reached.

  • Attend EH&S departmental and team meetings, work on special projects, other duties/projects as assigned.

  • Contribute to an atmosphere of mutual support and back-up.

    • Requirements include:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a directly applicable discipline plus at least three years of experience in the occupational safety and health field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

  • Experience in an academic institution highly desired

    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Understanding of occupational safety and health principles and applications including but not limited to the following programs; confined space, electrical, fall protection, hazardous energy control safety programs, respiratory protection, personal protective equipment, chemical and physical agent exposure assessment, hearing conservation and ergonomics.

  • Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, consensus standards, and current technology concerning health and safety issues, and ability to interpret and apply them. Experience and/or demonstrated knowledge of use of industrial hygiene and safety equipment. Ability to research information on emerging EH&S related issues/trends

    • Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
    Desired:
    • Incorporate strategic planning initiatives from the EH&S strategic plan into the routine work plan.
    • Ability to tolerate ambiguity with patience and goodwill.
    • Proficient in MS Office products, including MS Access
    • Ability to present information clearly and succinctly verbally, in writing, and in presentations.
    • Strong self-motivation; proactive, high-energy, enthusiastic, “can do” work ethic
    • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate strong and collaborative relationships inside and outside the organization.
    • Ability to initiate, develop, and maintain positive working relationships with the campus community. Willing to learn and expand knowledge in a number of different EH&S technical areas.
    • Excellent organizational skills, as demonstrated by the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and work well under pressure in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
    • Support data gathering for metrics and performance monitoring of programs to ensure organizational efficiencies and desired outcomes are met and program goals are reached.
    • Ability to work successfully both independently with minimal supervision and as a member of a team. Ability to manage multiple projects and to appropriately prioritize a heavy workload and client needs.

    Physical Requirements:
    • Frequently stand, sit, and perform desk-based-computer tasks.
    • Occasionally use a telephone, write by hand.


    Application Process:
    The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

    Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

    The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

    COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

    Employees of the University of Washington are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.