Chemical Safety Specialist
Florida State University

Job Title: Chemical Safety Specialist
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 57498
Department

Facilities - Environmental Health and Safety

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for providing technical and managerial support to the Chemical Safety Officer (CSO) and providing assistance managing the chemical safety program, as it relates to hazard communication and laboratory standards. Assists in responding to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, while also assuring to foster compliance with federal, state University, and other local policies and regulations.

• Work with the CSO in the collection, transport, and management of hazardous materials for the Campus and FSU Hazardous Waste Storage Facilities. This includes the ability to perform hazardous waste collection activities and distribute appropriate accumulation containers for the main campus and satellite facilities. Possesses technical knowledge and skills necessary to respond to hazardous material spills and incidents on campus properties. Will perform activities such as documenting, tracking, training, labeling, storing, and purging of chemicals in support of established corrective action implementation.
• Provide support in maintaining the comprehensive campus chemical safety program related to general lab safety, chemical safety, process safety, high hazards, physical hazards, etc. Schedules and conducts laboratory safety evaluations to identify and evaluate a wide variety of potential hazards in the workplace; manages the laboratory Coat Program and SDS Database; and assists with implementation of the chemical safety program according to EH&S departmental procedures.
• Participates in formal and on-the-job training, on-site inspections, and assessments to ensure the university follows regulatory chemical compliance. Provides assistance with training to deal with unplanned occurrences such as hazardous spills or safety system failures. Participate in sampling events and be able to understand sampling results based on inspection findings.
• Provide assistance with the management of regulated materials and accountability programs. Ensures proper storage and disposal of these hazardous materials. Able to lift items that weigh up to 50 pounds and be able to move heavier materials using handling equipment or assistance. Review and be familiar with standard operating procedures (SOPs) for research laboratories to safely develop and carry out research to help minimize risk to our research personnel and students.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field; or a high school diploma/equivalent and four years of experience related to the duties of this position.
(Note: or a combination of post-high school education and experience equal to four years in the same.)
A valid State of Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to convey technical information to technical and non technical users.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and retrieve files from active or archive sources.
• Skill in performing safety inspections ensuring compliance with OSHA and NFPA safety standards.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, policies, procedures, correspondences, and other written materials.
• Knowledge of emergency communications and hazard response practices, procedures, and protocols.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select "yes" to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

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