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University of Michigan Health & Safety Specialist - Lab Safety in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Health & Safety Specialist - Lab Safety
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How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The University of Michigan Department of Environment, Health & Safety is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist focusing on both research laboratory and machine shop safety. The primary responsibility of this position will be to identify potential hazards, inspect facilities working with chemical and physical hazards for health and safety concerns, and facilitate corrective actions and/or provide recommendations.
Why Work at Michigan?
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good. In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
Generous time off, including family care
A retirement plan that provides immediate vesting and two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Paid maternity and parental leave
Responsibilities*
Conduct general lab and shop safety inspections
Track and oversee the timely completion of safety related corrective actions
Review laboratory protocols and conduct risk assessments.
Investigate safety and health related incidents and complaints and recommend or coordinate corrective action.
Perform air monitoring of chemical compounds and noise evaluations to ensure proper controls
Evaluate ventilation and engineering controls in laboratory settings.
Develop, coordinate, and conduct occupational health and safety education and training programs.
Respond to inquiries from staff and faculty regarding occupational health and safety concerns.
Prepare special and periodic reports, guidelines, manuals, newsletters, summaries, and bulletins.
Assist in the review of plans for construction and renovation of University facilities for occupational health and safety.
Participate on the emergency response team as needed to respond to incidents involving hazardous materials, which may include biological, chemical, or radioactive substances.
Required Qualifications*
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety, engineering, or a related scientific field.
1-3 years of professional health and safety experience in industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety, laboratory safety, shop safety or other appropriate science-related employment experience.
Reasonable knowledge of industrial hygiene practices, modern occupational health, safety, environmental, or engineering principles and practices, and rules/regulations.
Reasonable knowledge of federal, state and institutional health and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA & MIOSHA, etc).
Knowledge of and ability to use computer applications, such as word processing, email, and databases.
Work independently, exercise initiative and judgment, and provide follow through with customers.
Must have a valid driver's license; ability to obtain commercial driver's license may be necessary.
Must be able to pass physical examination to allow for emergency response and wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
Desired Qualifications*
Work experience in industrial hygiene, or related scientific field.
Work experience consistent with that required for applicable professional certification such as Certified Industrial Hygienist or Certified Safety Professional.
Experience investigating accidents and exposures preferred.
Some experience in program development and EHS project management.
Work Schedule
M-F daytime hours. Additional work hours may occasionally be required during nights and early mornings, and weekends to respond to emergencies or other time sensitive/critical events and to provide training for employees.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Additional Information
Facilities and Operations (F&O) seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
F&O is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
257989
Working Title
Health & Safety Specialist - Lab Safety
Job Title
Envrnmntl Hlth/Sfty Spec Inter
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Occup Safety Environ
Department
EH&S
Posting Begin/End Date
12/19/2024 - 1/16/2025
Salary
$65,000.00 - $72,000.00
Career Interest
Environmental Safety & Security
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