University of Miami
EHS Specialist 1 (Coral Gables campus)
University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, United States
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to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .The EHS Specialist 1 assists in maintaining organizational compliance with all applicable standards and guidelines set for by environmental and health safety (EHS) regulations. The EHS Specialist 1 provides expert technical consultation and assists with developing, implementing, coordinating, and maintaining a comprehensive safety program for all units of the University of Miami to ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements for healthcare, research, and teaching laboratories (University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System).**CORE JOB FUNCTIONS*** Oversees, under limited supervision, the applicable EHS program(s), i.e., Laser Safety, Biological Safety, Haz Mat etc.* Assists in procedures to safeguard employees and surrounding communities and to ensure that all facilities are in compliance with regulations.* Conducts comprehensive EHS evaluations and ensures appropriate control measures are in place as well as approving alternate controls.* Ensures the minimization of risk related to non-compliance with regulations and policies governing the conduct of the applicable EHS program(s).* Delivers EHS education and training to any and all University of Miami faculty, staff, and students who work with or have potential for exposure to harmful agents.* Performs EHS audits and inspections in respect to current regulations and guidelines on scheduled intervals or more frequent as deemed necessary.* Investigates accidents occurring on University campuses, and assists with implementing and tracking corrective action plans.* Participates in emergency response procedures for incidents involving hazardous agents and materials, and responds to incidents as appropriate.* Maintains continuing EHS education in order to stay abreast of developments in the applicable environmental health and safety program.* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.***This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*****CORE QUALIFICATIONS****Education:**Bachelor’s degree in relevant field**Certification and Licensing:**Not Applicable**Experience:**Minimum 3 years of relevant experience**Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:*** Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form* Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems* Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions* Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office)**DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM****Department Specific Functions*** Participate in and assist in the annual lab inspection program.* Review research protocols to ensure appropriate risk mitigation, training of researchers, and compliance with applicable regulations.* Respond to biosafety inquiries.* Design posters, develop trainings, edit video, and participate in other creative endeavors in the development of biosafety resources.* Conduct biosafety related training, as needed.* Test safety equipment to ensure functionality, such as for fume hoods, safety showers, and eye washes.* Become a HAZWOPER 40 technician and achieve other safety credentials as identified.* Participate in incident response as occasions arise.* Provide biosafety support to institutional committees, departments and groups as necessary.* Support other EHS initiatives that require team response and/or participation.* Other duties relating to EHS support of the University as necessary.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click
for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff**Pay Grade:**A8The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit
to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr
to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .The EHS Specialist 1 assists in maintaining organizational compliance with all applicable standards and guidelines set for by environmental and health safety (EHS) regulations. The EHS Specialist 1 provides expert technical consultation and assists with developing, implementing, coordinating, and maintaining a comprehensive safety program for all units of the University of Miami to ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements for healthcare, research, and teaching laboratories (University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System).**CORE JOB FUNCTIONS*** Oversees, under limited supervision, the applicable EHS program(s), i.e., Laser Safety, Biological Safety, Haz Mat etc.* Assists in procedures to safeguard employees and surrounding communities and to ensure that all facilities are in compliance with regulations.* Conducts comprehensive EHS evaluations and ensures appropriate control measures are in place as well as approving alternate controls.* Ensures the minimization of risk related to non-compliance with regulations and policies governing the conduct of the applicable EHS program(s).* Delivers EHS education and training to any and all University of Miami faculty, staff, and students who work with or have potential for exposure to harmful agents.* Performs EHS audits and inspections in respect to current regulations and guidelines on scheduled intervals or more frequent as deemed necessary.* Investigates accidents occurring on University campuses, and assists with implementing and tracking corrective action plans.* Participates in emergency response procedures for incidents involving hazardous agents and materials, and responds to incidents as appropriate.* Maintains continuing EHS education in order to stay abreast of developments in the applicable environmental health and safety program.* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.***This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*****CORE QUALIFICATIONS****Education:**Bachelor’s degree in relevant field**Certification and Licensing:**Not Applicable**Experience:**Minimum 3 years of relevant experience**Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:*** Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form* Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems* Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions* Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office)**DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM****Department Specific Functions*** Participate in and assist in the annual lab inspection program.* Review research protocols to ensure appropriate risk mitigation, training of researchers, and compliance with applicable regulations.* Respond to biosafety inquiries.* Design posters, develop trainings, edit video, and participate in other creative endeavors in the development of biosafety resources.* Conduct biosafety related training, as needed.* Test safety equipment to ensure functionality, such as for fume hoods, safety showers, and eye washes.* Become a HAZWOPER 40 technician and achieve other safety credentials as identified.* Participate in incident response as occasions arise.* Provide biosafety support to institutional committees, departments and groups as necessary.* Support other EHS initiatives that require team response and/or participation.* Other duties relating to EHS support of the University as necessary.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click
for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff**Pay Grade:**A8The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit
to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. #J-18808-Ljbffr