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Environmental Health and Safety Officer at ACU Abilene, TX
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Environmental Health and Safety Officer job at ACU. Abilene, TX.
Environmental Health and Safety Officer Job no:
494233 Work Type:
Staff full-time Location:
Abilene Categories:
Staff, NEXT Lab
About ACU
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
Title of Position
Environmental Health and Safety Officer
Posting Location
Abilene, Texas
Department
NEXT
Employee Class
Exempt Full-time
Basic Responsibilities
Oversight of Environmental Health and Safety at NEXT Lab
Radiation Protection & Licensing Management
Beryllium Exposure Control & Industrial Hygiene
Chemical Safety and Hygiene
Training & Safety Culture Development
Audits, Monitoring & Reporting
Stakeholder Communication & Coordination
Essential Duties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Regulatory Compliance & Licensing Oversight
Ensure compliance with NRC, DOE, OSHA, EPA, and state and other applicable environmental and safety regulations.
Develop and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and manuals for NEXT Lab.
Coordinate with Licensing Engineer and QA Manager to align EHS programs with reactor licensing, regulatory requirements, and NEXT QA/QC.
Radiation Protection & Licensing Management
Serve as Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or support RSO responsibilities.
Oversee NEXT Lab radiation licensing for sealed/unsealed sources, personnel dosimetry, and reactor operations.
Track, renew, and maintain compliance with all applicable radiation licenses.
Implement ALARA practices and radiation monitoring programs.
Beryllium Exposure Control & Industrial Hygiene
Develop and implement beryllium exposure control plans in accordance with best practices.
Monitor workplace air and surfaces for beryllium contamination.
Ensure appropriate PPE, engineering controls, and exposure monitoring systems and procedures are in place.
Train staff and researchers on beryllium hazards and response protocols.
Chemical Safety and Hygiene
Coordinate with ACU EHS to ensure that NEXT Lab purchasing, shipping, receiving, storage, use, and disposal of laboratory chemicals and chemical waste meets or exceeds the standards of the ACU
Chemical Hygiene Plan and ACU Laboratory Safety Plan.
Coordinate with NEXT Lab Chemistry team to ensure that the chemical inventory is properly managed.
Ensure that proper PPE is available and used for laboratory activities involving potentially hazardous chemicals.
Ensure that general safety practices are used in compliance with ACU and policies from other authorities.
Training & Safety Culture Development
Ensure EHS orientation and specialized safety training for staff, students, and contractors is available as needed.
Develop and/or procure training modules for radiation safety, beryllium handling, and hazardous waste management that is specific for NEXT Lab.
Promote a proactive culture of openness, safety, compliance, and accountability across NEXT Lab.
Audits, Monitoring & Reporting
Conduct internal audits, safety inspections, and exposure monitoring.
Prepare and submit reports required by regulatory agencies.
Track corrective actions and verify closure of identified issues.
Stakeholder Communication & Coordination
Act as liaison with regulatory authorities on EHS matters.
Communicate safety updates and compliance requirements to NEXT Lab leadership and help determine broad communication plans.
Ensure transparent reporting to stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
Professional Development Requirements
Skills
Knowledge of NRC/DOE radiation licensing requirements.
Expertise in radiation protection, beryllium exposure control, hydrogen fluoride safety, mixed waste, and industrial hygiene.
Risk assessment, incident investigation, and emergency response capabilities.
Effective communication and training skills.
Qualifications
Professional
Bachelor’s degree. Preferred major in Environmental Health & Safety, Nuclear Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum 5–7 years of EHS experience in nuclear or high-hazard environments.
Direct experience with radiation licensing management and regulatory reporting.
Familiarity with beryllium safety requirements and industrial hygiene practices.
Familiarity with safe handling practices of anhydrous hydrogen fluoride.
Familiarity with regulations and safe disposal practices for hazardous chemicals and mixed waste.
Professional certifications such as Certified Health Physicist (CHP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred.
Personal
High integrity and commitment to compliance and worker protection.
Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to hazard mitigation.
Effective communicator and trainer with ability to influence safety culture.
Calm and decisive under emergency conditions.
Commitment to NEXT Lab’s mission and safe, innovative, and responsible research.
NEXT Lab Core Values
Christ-like Character We lead with humility, integrity, and wisdom. We’re proactive problem-solvers who are always learning and pushing forward to get things done.
Driven to Deliver We take initiative, work hard, and stay curious. We’re proactive, creative problem-solvers who are always learning and pushing forward to get things done.
Better Together We believe in the power of collaboration. We communicate openly, support one another, and bring a spirit of respect, fun, and teamwork to everything we do.
An ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong desire to integrate into a team that shares our core values and possess the skills listed below. Candidates who align well with our values but may not yet have all of the desired skills may still be considered.
Physical Demands
Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Able to stand 1 hour or more.
Additional Information
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
Advertised:
October 22, 2025 Central Daylight Time
Applications close:
Open until filled
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Environmental Health and Safety Officer Job no:
494233 Work Type:
Staff full-time Location:
Abilene Categories:
Staff, NEXT Lab
About ACU
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.
Title of Position
Environmental Health and Safety Officer
Posting Location
Abilene, Texas
Department
NEXT
Employee Class
Exempt Full-time
Basic Responsibilities
Oversight of Environmental Health and Safety at NEXT Lab
Radiation Protection & Licensing Management
Beryllium Exposure Control & Industrial Hygiene
Chemical Safety and Hygiene
Training & Safety Culture Development
Audits, Monitoring & Reporting
Stakeholder Communication & Coordination
Essential Duties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Regulatory Compliance & Licensing Oversight
Ensure compliance with NRC, DOE, OSHA, EPA, and state and other applicable environmental and safety regulations.
Develop and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and manuals for NEXT Lab.
Coordinate with Licensing Engineer and QA Manager to align EHS programs with reactor licensing, regulatory requirements, and NEXT QA/QC.
Radiation Protection & Licensing Management
Serve as Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or support RSO responsibilities.
Oversee NEXT Lab radiation licensing for sealed/unsealed sources, personnel dosimetry, and reactor operations.
Track, renew, and maintain compliance with all applicable radiation licenses.
Implement ALARA practices and radiation monitoring programs.
Beryllium Exposure Control & Industrial Hygiene
Develop and implement beryllium exposure control plans in accordance with best practices.
Monitor workplace air and surfaces for beryllium contamination.
Ensure appropriate PPE, engineering controls, and exposure monitoring systems and procedures are in place.
Train staff and researchers on beryllium hazards and response protocols.
Chemical Safety and Hygiene
Coordinate with ACU EHS to ensure that NEXT Lab purchasing, shipping, receiving, storage, use, and disposal of laboratory chemicals and chemical waste meets or exceeds the standards of the ACU
Chemical Hygiene Plan and ACU Laboratory Safety Plan.
Coordinate with NEXT Lab Chemistry team to ensure that the chemical inventory is properly managed.
Ensure that proper PPE is available and used for laboratory activities involving potentially hazardous chemicals.
Ensure that general safety practices are used in compliance with ACU and policies from other authorities.
Training & Safety Culture Development
Ensure EHS orientation and specialized safety training for staff, students, and contractors is available as needed.
Develop and/or procure training modules for radiation safety, beryllium handling, and hazardous waste management that is specific for NEXT Lab.
Promote a proactive culture of openness, safety, compliance, and accountability across NEXT Lab.
Audits, Monitoring & Reporting
Conduct internal audits, safety inspections, and exposure monitoring.
Prepare and submit reports required by regulatory agencies.
Track corrective actions and verify closure of identified issues.
Stakeholder Communication & Coordination
Act as liaison with regulatory authorities on EHS matters.
Communicate safety updates and compliance requirements to NEXT Lab leadership and help determine broad communication plans.
Ensure transparent reporting to stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
Professional Development Requirements
Skills
Knowledge of NRC/DOE radiation licensing requirements.
Expertise in radiation protection, beryllium exposure control, hydrogen fluoride safety, mixed waste, and industrial hygiene.
Risk assessment, incident investigation, and emergency response capabilities.
Effective communication and training skills.
Qualifications
Professional
Bachelor’s degree. Preferred major in Environmental Health & Safety, Nuclear Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum 5–7 years of EHS experience in nuclear or high-hazard environments.
Direct experience with radiation licensing management and regulatory reporting.
Familiarity with beryllium safety requirements and industrial hygiene practices.
Familiarity with safe handling practices of anhydrous hydrogen fluoride.
Familiarity with regulations and safe disposal practices for hazardous chemicals and mixed waste.
Professional certifications such as Certified Health Physicist (CHP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred.
Personal
High integrity and commitment to compliance and worker protection.
Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to hazard mitigation.
Effective communicator and trainer with ability to influence safety culture.
Calm and decisive under emergency conditions.
Commitment to NEXT Lab’s mission and safe, innovative, and responsible research.
NEXT Lab Core Values
Christ-like Character We lead with humility, integrity, and wisdom. We’re proactive problem-solvers who are always learning and pushing forward to get things done.
Driven to Deliver We take initiative, work hard, and stay curious. We’re proactive, creative problem-solvers who are always learning and pushing forward to get things done.
Better Together We believe in the power of collaboration. We communicate openly, support one another, and bring a spirit of respect, fun, and teamwork to everything we do.
An ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong desire to integrate into a team that shares our core values and possess the skills listed below. Candidates who align well with our values but may not yet have all of the desired skills may still be considered.
Physical Demands
Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Able to stand 1 hour or more.
Additional Information
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
Advertised:
October 22, 2025 Central Daylight Time
Applications close:
Open until filled
#J-18808-Ljbffr