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Chemical Hygiene agent:Job description:
Chemical Hygiene agentWho we areWhy Rensselaer? Our dynamic global community of changemakers includes some of the world's leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity. Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, and one of the world's fastest supercomputers. Rensselaer faculty and alumni include more than 145 National Academy members, six members of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, six National Medal of Technology winners, five National Medal of Science winners, three astronauts, and a Nobel Prize winner in Physics. With nearly 200 years of practice advancing scientific and technological expertise, Rensselaer remains focused on covering global challenges with a spirit of ingenuity and collaboration. To lgain more, please visit . Are you ready to change the world? Apply now! Job Summary The Chemical Hygiene agent (CHO), reporting to the Director of Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management, is responsible for oversight and management of Rensselaer's Chemical Safety Program. The Chemical Hygiene agent serves as a technical expert who develops and implements chemical management policies and procedures, educates the campus community about safe chemical practices, and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Minimum Qualifications » Bachelor's Degree in a discipline related to the tasks of the position » Five (5) years of practice in a laboratory or environmental health and safety, preferably in an academic or research environment » Valid NYS Driver's License significant combinations of education, training and practice may be considered. Preferred Qualifications » 40 hour HAZWOPER certification » DOT Hazardous Material Shipping Training Certification » practice in radiation and laser safety in an academic or research environment Minimum expertise, Skills, and Abilities • Working expertise of OSHA laboratory standards • Demonstrated capability to write procedures and plans that specify requirements or work process requirements for handling of hazardous materials or work safety steps. • Demonstrated capability to identify hazardous materials, package materials for transport and accurately complete a shipping manifest. • expertise of proper procedure for responding to emergencies involving hazardous chemical exposures. • capability to provide training to other personnel on Environmental Health and Safety practices and programs. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Windows or other technical tools in completing assignments. • capability to apply skills in all the tools or applications used to complete work assignments and training. • capability to influence and coordinate laboratory activity across Rensselaer Portfolios, resolve problems in a timely manner, and develop alternate solutions when necessary. • capability to communicate clearly and courteously with those who need to know of decisions/actions/problems. • capability to modify communication style both formal and informal to match the appropriate level of the audience targeted. • capability to read, analyze, and interpret regulations and scientific guidance, along with perform basic mathematical calculations (percentages, proportions, area, etc.). Planning, organizing and effective time management skills. • capability to work independently and as part of a team. Driving Driving a Rensselaer vehicle for non-passenger use Application instructions Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief application. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: careers@rpi.edu Job Posted Date Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. COVID-19 Pandemic Protocols Rensselaer welcomes undergraduate and graduate students to campus for an in-person academic practice. To support this practice, all faculty and staff are expected to work primarily onsite. Rensselaer requires all faculty and staff to be vaccinated (and boosted when eligible) against COVID-19. Requests for exemptions for medical or religious reasons will be evaluated on a case by case basis. Skills:
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