University of Cincinnati
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY SPECIALIST
University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY SPECIALIST
University of Cincinnati
General Statement of Duties This employee performs a variety of activities as they relate to the environmental and/or employee safety aspects of various City programs. The employee performs inspections, investigations, and evaluations of moderately complex operations and facilities for the enforcement of environmental and/or employee health and safety provisions of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Performs related duties as required and other tasks and responsibilities as assigned. The Environmental Safety Specialist supports the Pretreatment Program by conducting industrial facility inspections, reviewing self‑monitoring reports, and auditing documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wastewater regulations. The position may supervise Industrial Waste Inspectors and/or co‑op staff, and is responsible for maintaining program databases, analytical records, and statistical reports. Key duties include issuing wastewater discharge permits, initiating enforcement actions when necessary, and coordinating with internal departments, outside agencies, and the regulated community. The specialist will also respond to spills and emergency events and assist in identifying and implementing new technologies to strengthen program performance. Additional duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
Knowledge Of Biology, chemistry, physics as they apply to environmental management and/or health and safety. Principles and practices of environmental management and/or health and safety management. Research and investigation techniques and principles. City facilities, equipment, materials, and job functions. Statistical principles and methods. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations pertaining to environmental management and/or health and safety.
Skill To Operate computers, monitors, and various instruments in the performance of the job. Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty.
Ability To Recommend and implement goals, policies, and procedures for providing effective and efficient environmental or health and safety practice within assigned departments. Prepare clear and concise analytical and statistical reports. Inspect moderately complex city facilities, equipment, materials, and employee work practices to determine unsafe conditions or environmental problems. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Recognize hazards and respond with plausible solutions.
Examples of Work Performed
Conducts on‑site inspections and investigations of moderately complex operations and facilities to ensure environmental or safety compliance; notifies departments of environmental or safety problems and monitors corrective action; evaluates needs for safety training and assists in training for assigned departments.
Participates as a member of environmental or safety audit teams performing assessments for safety enhancements, waste minimization, pollution prevention, energy efficiency, cost reductions, improvements in compliance status, and/or mitigation of adverse health/safety or environmental impacts.
Maintains, calibrates, and operates instrumentation and sampling equipment; evaluates employee exposures to chemical, physical, and environmental hazards; monitors environmental quality; responds and assists in resolution of employee health and safety hazards and environmental issues; and provides guidance to assigned departments.
Assists in the preparation of analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities; analyzes reports and provides recommendations; provides input for development of written policies and procedures related to health, safety, and environmental programs; assists in the composition and distribution of internal and other documents as requested by the supervisor; recommends and assists in the procurement of health and safety equipment to assigned departments.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including outside agencies and the general public.
Interprets and applies federal, state, and local health and safety and/or environmental codes, rules, and regulations to moderately complex operations and facilities in assigned departments.
Participates on a variety of boards and committees; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new regulations, trends, and innovations in the field of environmental management and/or health and safety.
Assists those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient, and professional manner.
If assigned to Health Department: maintain on‑call status for hazardous material response team.
Probationary Period Twelve months
Supervision Exercised May exercise technical and functional supervision over technical staff.
Required Education And Experience Each applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major or concentration of courses in the following course areas: Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Health, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Health Physics, Biostatistics, Physiology, Toxicology, Epidemiology, Industrial Ventilation, Air Sampling, or a related field.
HR CONTACT: DENISE.BROWNING@CINCINNATI-OH.GOV
Working and Physical Conditions Environmental Conditions
Travel from site to site; office/field environment; exposure to computer screens, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals, toxic materials, potentially hostile environments; human or animal body fluids; waste and infectious materials; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders; work or inspect in confined spaces; work or inspect underground; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; work around heavy construction equipment.
May be required to work irregular hours and be subject to call back and/or respond to emergency situations after hours and on weekends.
Physical Conditions
Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time.
Benefits Summary The City of Cincinnati offers a comprehensive benefit package. A summary of benefits for full‑time employment is listed below.
Health Insurance The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full‑time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non‑city eligible group plan.
Eligible Dependents Include
Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step‑child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian
Basic Life Insurance A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full‑time employees not eligible for the City‑paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Most full‑time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long‑term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.
Flexible Benefits Plans
Healthcare Flex Spending Account – can be used to pay out‑of‑pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account – can be used to pay work‑related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre‑tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.
Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account – can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set‑up a pre‑tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.
Healthy Lifestyles Program City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out‑of‑pocket medical expenses.
Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non‑city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out‑of‑pocket expenses on the other plan.
Retirement Plan The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. New hires and re‑hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any other state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Re‑hired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax‑deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
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General Statement of Duties This employee performs a variety of activities as they relate to the environmental and/or employee safety aspects of various City programs. The employee performs inspections, investigations, and evaluations of moderately complex operations and facilities for the enforcement of environmental and/or employee health and safety provisions of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Performs related duties as required and other tasks and responsibilities as assigned. The Environmental Safety Specialist supports the Pretreatment Program by conducting industrial facility inspections, reviewing self‑monitoring reports, and auditing documentation to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wastewater regulations. The position may supervise Industrial Waste Inspectors and/or co‑op staff, and is responsible for maintaining program databases, analytical records, and statistical reports. Key duties include issuing wastewater discharge permits, initiating enforcement actions when necessary, and coordinating with internal departments, outside agencies, and the regulated community. The specialist will also respond to spills and emergency events and assist in identifying and implementing new technologies to strengthen program performance. Additional duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
Knowledge Of Biology, chemistry, physics as they apply to environmental management and/or health and safety. Principles and practices of environmental management and/or health and safety management. Research and investigation techniques and principles. City facilities, equipment, materials, and job functions. Statistical principles and methods. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations pertaining to environmental management and/or health and safety.
Skill To Operate computers, monitors, and various instruments in the performance of the job. Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty.
Ability To Recommend and implement goals, policies, and procedures for providing effective and efficient environmental or health and safety practice within assigned departments. Prepare clear and concise analytical and statistical reports. Inspect moderately complex city facilities, equipment, materials, and employee work practices to determine unsafe conditions or environmental problems. Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Recognize hazards and respond with plausible solutions.
Examples of Work Performed
Conducts on‑site inspections and investigations of moderately complex operations and facilities to ensure environmental or safety compliance; notifies departments of environmental or safety problems and monitors corrective action; evaluates needs for safety training and assists in training for assigned departments.
Participates as a member of environmental or safety audit teams performing assessments for safety enhancements, waste minimization, pollution prevention, energy efficiency, cost reductions, improvements in compliance status, and/or mitigation of adverse health/safety or environmental impacts.
Maintains, calibrates, and operates instrumentation and sampling equipment; evaluates employee exposures to chemical, physical, and environmental hazards; monitors environmental quality; responds and assists in resolution of employee health and safety hazards and environmental issues; and provides guidance to assigned departments.
Assists in the preparation of analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities; analyzes reports and provides recommendations; provides input for development of written policies and procedures related to health, safety, and environmental programs; assists in the composition and distribution of internal and other documents as requested by the supervisor; recommends and assists in the procurement of health and safety equipment to assigned departments.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including outside agencies and the general public.
Interprets and applies federal, state, and local health and safety and/or environmental codes, rules, and regulations to moderately complex operations and facilities in assigned departments.
Participates on a variety of boards and committees; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new regulations, trends, and innovations in the field of environmental management and/or health and safety.
Assists those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient, and professional manner.
If assigned to Health Department: maintain on‑call status for hazardous material response team.
Probationary Period Twelve months
Supervision Exercised May exercise technical and functional supervision over technical staff.
Required Education And Experience Each applicant must have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major or concentration of courses in the following course areas: Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Health, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Health Physics, Biostatistics, Physiology, Toxicology, Epidemiology, Industrial Ventilation, Air Sampling, or a related field.
HR CONTACT: DENISE.BROWNING@CINCINNATI-OH.GOV
Working and Physical Conditions Environmental Conditions
Travel from site to site; office/field environment; exposure to computer screens, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals, toxic materials, potentially hostile environments; human or animal body fluids; waste and infectious materials; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders; work or inspect in confined spaces; work or inspect underground; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; work around heavy construction equipment.
May be required to work irregular hours and be subject to call back and/or respond to emergency situations after hours and on weekends.
Physical Conditions
Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; walking, or standing for prolonged periods of time.
Benefits Summary The City of Cincinnati offers a comprehensive benefit package. A summary of benefits for full‑time employment is listed below.
Health Insurance The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full‑time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non‑city eligible group plan.
Eligible Dependents Include
Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step‑child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian
Basic Life Insurance A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full‑time employees not eligible for the City‑paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Most full‑time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long‑term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.
Flexible Benefits Plans
Healthcare Flex Spending Account – can be used to pay out‑of‑pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account – can be used to pay work‑related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre‑tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.
Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account – can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set‑up a pre‑tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.
Healthy Lifestyles Program City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out‑of‑pocket medical expenses.
Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non‑city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out‑of‑pocket expenses on the other plan.
Retirement Plan The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part‑time and full‑time employees. New hires and re‑hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any other state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Re‑hired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax‑deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.
Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas
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