Occupational Health And Safety Specialist - Georgetown University S Office Of Environmental, Health And Safety
- Full-Time
- Washington, DC
- Georgetown University
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.
Requirements
Under the general supervision of the Environmental and Occupational Programs Manager, the Occupational Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for providing technical guidance, training, inspections, and program improvement in support of the University-wide occupational health and safety programs to ensure a safe environment. This will involve direction from a variety of safety professionals on campus. The programs which are of concern for Occupational Health and Safety and Environment include, but are not limited to: lab safety, hazard communication, respiratory protection, confined space entry, hearing conservation, lockout/tagout, fall protection, machine guarding, ergonomics, fire and life safety, hazardous materials shipping, and electrical safety.
Coordinates with the Environmental Programs Lead and Senior Industrial Hygienist to conduct corrective and preventive measures to result in safety.
Interface with Facilities Occupational Health and Safety Manager to address campus safety concerns.
Interface with students, staff, administrators, faculty, visitors, vendors, as well as consultants to ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA and DOEE regulations.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety or a related field.
At least three years of experience preferred.
Knowledge and experience should include safety training, such as HAZWOPER, AHERA, and DOT training.
Verbal and written communications are important for the position to ensure that corrective measures are adequately applied.
Knowledge of construction safety is a plus.
Current Georgetown Employees:
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS ( gms.georgetown.edu ) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu .
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website .
EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.
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Requirements
Under the general supervision of the Environmental and Occupational Programs Manager, the Occupational Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for providing technical guidance, training, inspections, and program improvement in support of the University-wide occupational health and safety programs to ensure a safe environment. This will involve direction from a variety of safety professionals on campus. The programs which are of concern for Occupational Health and Safety and Environment include, but are not limited to: lab safety, hazard communication, respiratory protection, confined space entry, hearing conservation, lockout/tagout, fall protection, machine guarding, ergonomics, fire and life safety, hazardous materials shipping, and electrical safety.
Coordinates with the Environmental Programs Lead and Senior Industrial Hygienist to conduct corrective and preventive measures to result in safety.
Interface with Facilities Occupational Health and Safety Manager to address campus safety concerns.
Interface with students, staff, administrators, faculty, visitors, vendors, as well as consultants to ensure compliance with NFPA, OSHA and DOEE regulations.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety or a related field.
At least three years of experience preferred.
Knowledge and experience should include safety training, such as HAZWOPER, AHERA, and DOT training.
Verbal and written communications are important for the position to ensure that corrective measures are adequately applied.
Knowledge of construction safety is a plus.
Current Georgetown Employees:
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS ( gms.georgetown.edu ) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu .
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website .
EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.