Environmental Health & Safety Specialist 4

This position is within UC Davis Health's Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) office. EH&S provides UC Davis Health with accident prevention, industrial hygiene, environmental protection, occupational safety, business continuity, and exposure control expertise. Under general direction, work independently developing and implementing Health System occupational safety programs. This position may represent the Health and Safety Officer, as assigned. Serve as the Occupational Safety Program Administrator, providing direction, oversight and monitoring for injury prevention and safety programs. Maintain the UCDH Injury and Illness Prevention Program, including oversight of the Safety Coordinator Program. Consult on safety-related issues in construction, operations and maintenance, and healthcare safety.

Apply By Date 3/11/2025 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's Degree in Health and Safety, Engineering, Public Health or similar relevant fields and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with injury prevention and high hazard safety programs (including lockout/tagout, confined space and fall protection).
• Experience or knowledge of construction or operations and maintenance safety (including scaffolding, crane lifts, general construction safety).
• Experience conducting accident investigations.
• Experience working with Injury and Illness Prevention Programs (IIPP) including assessing job hazard analyses and proper personal protective equipment.
• Experience with relevant regulations, e.g. Cal/OSHA, Cal/EPA and The Joint Commission.
• Experience with conducting audits/inspections and/or undergoing and responding to audits/inspections.
• Skills in use of but not limited to: Microsoft Office Suite including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access (or similar technology); databases, e-mail systems, internet and etc.
• Advanced level verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate in Risk Management (ARM) https://web.theinstitutes.org/designee-list, Certified Safety Professionals (CSP) https://directory.bcsp.org/ OR Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) https://gobgc.org/
• Advanced degree in Health and Safety, and progressive health and safety responsibilities.
• Safety-related experience working in an academic or healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene, environmental health and/or infection control practices.
• In-depth knowledge of how hospitals operate safely and in compliance with all laws, regulations, accreditation standards, hospital policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of safe practices related airborne and bloodborne pathogen, chemical and non-ionizing radiation exposures.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - Safety - injury, illness prevention programs and plans
• 15% - High Hazard Programs, Facilities and Construction Safety Support
• 15% - Slip Resistant Footwear Program
• 10% - Other duties

Department Overview

This position is within UC Davis Health's Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) office. EH&S provides UC Davis Health with accident prevention, industrial hygiene, environmental protection, occupational safety, business continuity, and exposure control expertise. Under general direction, work independently developing and implementing Health System occupational safety programs.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $92,000.00 - $172,000.00
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 24
• UC Job Title: EHS SPEC 4
• UC Job Code: 000358
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Day
• Location: Facilities Support Srvcs Bldg (HSP068)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
• THIS IS NOT A H-1B OPPORTUNITY

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Must be able to work special work schedules, including variable schedules on evening and night shift. Must be able to work occasional overtime.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

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