Environment Health & Safety Specialist - Davis, CA,

University of California Agriculture and Natural ResourcesDavis, CA, United States

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Environment Health & Safety Specialist - Davis, CA, Job ID 80411

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Job Description

Environment Health and Safety (EH&S) / Risk Services (RSS) is a unit within ANR that provides occupational safety, environmental compliance, and risk management activities to ANR academics, staff, volunteers, and program participants. This requires consultation, communication, training, auditing, claims management, risk assessment and mitigation support for all programs and units in ANR statewide. The Director of RSS reports to the Director of Facilities Planning and Management, reporting up to the ANR Associate Vice President for Administrative ServicesThis position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed.The home department for this position is EH&S / Risk Services. While this position normally is based in Davis, CA, this position is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements for applicants living in the State of California at this time. Please note that hybrid flexible work arrangements are subject to change by the University. Pay Scale : $26.82 / hour to $36.49 / hour Job Posting Close Date :

This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 09 / 5 / 2025. Key Responsibilities :

40%

Safety Program Support. Under supervision, performs entry-level duties in the fields of : Laboratory safety, Exposure mitigation, Pest management, Environmental health (sanitation), Occupational safety (e.g. ergonomics and injury prevention), Environmental protection, Radiation safety, Hazardous materials use and exposure mitigation, Hazardous waste management (may include shipping). 25%

Site Safety Inspections. Completes and assists with inspections of ANR facilities to ensure compliance with : Regulations, Policies, Procedures. Prepares inspection summary reports and assist with implementation of corrective, actions. 10%

Safety Program Development. Supports other EHS professionals and ANR employees in the development and / or implementation of EHS programs, systems and procedures. 10%

Industrial Hygiene. Performs basic sample collection and / or monitoring activities. 10%

Training. Assists with providing training in the areas of : Occupational Safety, Environmental Programs, Laboratory safety. 5%

Emergency Response. Assists staff with response activities during emergencies, and with recovery activities following emergencies. Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
Basic knowledge and understanding of EHS field(s) and related state and federal laws and regulations
Organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize work
Skill in following basic instructions and providing input and feedback as required
Basic knowledge and experience to appropriately use technology and relevant scientific equipment as required

Preferred Skills :

Advanced degree in related field / discipline

Effective written and interpersonal communication skills

Developed public speaking skills

Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

Special Conditions of Employment :

Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies.

The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities.

As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.

Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.

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.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

To apply, please visit : https : / / careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu / psc / ucanr / EMPLOYEE / HRMS / c / HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=80411&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=17&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant

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