Chemical Safety Officer- ELP @ Employer_25898

Position Description

Directs, plans, coordinates and supervises the operation and activities of a specialized unit or small department; develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities. Serves as liaison with university personnel and community at large. Works under general supervision with broad latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Performs complex safety and health work. Work involves developing safety policies and procedures; participating in the safety training and education of staff; inspecting work areas and activities for hazards; and investigating accidents. May train others. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

Texas Tech Health El Paso (TTEP) is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas.

Additionally this position is not eligible for remote or hybrid opportunities. All work is required to be performed onsite at TTEP.

Major/Essential Functions

• Investigates laboratory incidents and hazards. Investigates all reported laboratory related incidents/hazards including those referred in the Health and Safety Reviews. Assures compliance with federal, state and local regulations in all areas of Hazardous Materials handling and utilization including biological, and chemical l materials associated with wastes. Documents all aspects of program components as appropriate.
• Updates and enhance Hazardous Materials practices, and policies as needed. May dispose of Hazardous waste, if necessary, in compliance with federal, sated & local rules and regulations in a safe, efficient, cost-effective manner.
• Assists in monitoring of operations and institutional compliances of Animal Biosafety Level 3 (ABSL-3) laboratory. Assists monitoring of operations and maintenance of Animal Biosafety Level 3 (ABSL-3) laboratory.
• Coordinates helps develop, presents and evaluates production and presentation of safety training and safety programs in the areas of biological, chemical, and laboratory safety. Provides required annual training to applicable personnel and develops as needed ad hoc presentations based on customer needs. Acts as the Institutional Bio Safety Officer, reviews research protocols as assigned, and provides updates regarding research safety to the IBC, IRB, and IACUC.
• Validates laboratory worker credentialing as appropriate. Database of Laboratory Workers is maintained by Safety Services office and up-to-date. Lab workers are required to complete Lab Safety Training. Employees passing the Lab Safety Essentials Course are recommended to the IBC for Credentialling. Objective of credentialing is 100% of Lab Workers.
• Provides reports and commentary regarding implementation to supervisor, committees, departments, and administration as appropriate. Provide oversight of the Sr. Safety Officers to assure compliance of the safety programs across campus.
• Must have a maintain valid State of Texas Driver’s License and be listed as an approved drivers determined by Risk Management and insurance carrier. Must be able to pass the MVR required by Operating Policy 63.001 and 63.03 and other applicable policies and requirements of TTUHSC, the department, and the TTUS Office of Risk Management.
• Manages the collection, processing and preparation for proper disposal of chemical, and biological waste. to meet applicable rules regulations, policies and procedures. Responds to spills of chemical, biological hazards and provides advice, assistance, supervision, and /or materials and resources needed to reduce, eliminate, and or clean up spills.
• Remain current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.).
• Personally, and consistently, demonstrate, display and act in accordance with Texas Tech Health El Paso’s Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university and 3 years of related experience
• OR combination of education/experience to equal minimum of 7 years

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills for a diverse stakeholder base.
• Previous experience in compliance in the chemical, and biological regulations for both research and clinical programs.
• Thorough understanding of regulations from both institutional policies and state/federal regulatory entities in regards to chemical, biological and safety programs.
• Ability to develop and deliver a comprehensive safety and compliance training program for users of chemical and biological hazards.
• Be dependable, trustworthy, and have the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with stakeholders and coworkers.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Multi-disciplinary Studies or a closely related field.
• In addition to education, experience in compliance related programs such as Hazmat, bio safety to include experience involving work with hazardous materials in a laboratory or safety environment.
• Registered Biosafety Officer (RBO) preferred.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.