What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Hygiene Manager position at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Department
EHS Central Account-230510
Career Area
Environment, Health and Safety
Posting Open Date
01/30/2025
Application Deadline
02/17/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Industrial Hygiene Manager
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
00054015
Vacancy ID
NF0008892
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
FTE
1
Hours per week
40
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date
03/03/2025
Position Information
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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) department is responsible for all environment, health and safety functions/requirements at the University. In support of the University’s core mission, EHS will provide comprehensive environmental, health and safety services to the University community. This includes education through training and consultation, maintaining a safe environment through recognizing and controlling health and safety hazards, ensuring a process of regulatory compliance and minimizing future potential liabilities. By developing EHS programs and performing various periodic inspections we can provide a safe work place, ensure a process of compliance and minimize future potential liabilities. EHS is organized into eight (8) sections: Biological Safety, Environmental Affairs, Fire Safety & Emergency Response, Occupational & Environmental Hygiene, Chemical Safety, Radiation Safety, Workplace Safety and Business & Support.
Position Summary
The Industrial Hygiene (IH) Manager is a senior management position responsible for the proactive management of the Occupational and Environmental Hygiene section within Environment, Health & Safety (EHS). This position is responsible for 2 workgroups: (1) Industrial Hygiene and (2) Energy Services Safety Officer. This group is responsible for ensuring that indoor campus environments are conducive to good health and wellbeing, by recognizing, evaluating, and controlling health and safety hazards, using knowledge and experience in industrial hygiene, asbestos and lead management, air and water quality and safety engineering. This is accomplished through assessment of potential safety hazards, possible instances of exposure, training, and suitability of protective equipment. Their mission is accomplished through partnerships with the campus community and departmental engineering to find ways to keep historical buildings functional, while protecting employee health, and working with planning, construction, and startup of new and renovated buildings to anticipate and eliminate building related health issues. This includes all testing for these programs (hearing conservation, respiratory protection, etc.). This group has duties that encompass all labs on campus and utilities (power plant, steam plant, electric distribution), etc.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
4 year degree plus 2 years or Master’s degree with a preference for a related major in a physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology or closely related science; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Specific jobs will require additional minimum training and/or licensing upon selection.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Industrial Hygienist Certification (CHI).
- Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required.
- At least 15 years progressively responsible and closely related experience in Industrial Hygiene and Manufacturing Safety management and reporting.
- A strong background in occupational safety and industrial hygiene.
- Knowledge and experience of OSHA, EPA and NC occupational safety regulations is required.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Knowledge of industrial hygiene and environmental engineering.
- Knowledge of containment standards and engineering.
- Demonstrated ability to build a cohesive leadership team.
- Demonstrated program experience in a university or higher education setting.
- Demonstrated strong coalition building and collaboration skills.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
This position requires physical agility (i.e. Stoop, crawl, climb ladders, move/transport heavy equipment, etc.), entry into hazardous environments, use of personal protective equipment, and an element of personal risk during emergency responses. The ability to wear a respirator (cartridge air purifying or open-circuit SCBA) is essential.
Annual medical clearance is required for Emergency Response Team.
This position is designated as University Emergency, Severe Weather Essential and Communicable Disease Mandatory Onsite – Primary.
Annual medical clearance is required for Emergency Response Team.
This position is designated as University Emergency, Severe Weather Essential and Communicable Disease Mandatory Onsite – Primary.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
