Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Industrial Hygiene)

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Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Industrial Hygiene)

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Position Summary

The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Industrial Hygiene) will support the SDSU Environmental Health and Safety department with ensuring compliance in all areas of Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Safety at SDSU, including but not limited to the following elements: water intrusion/mold assessments, indoor air quality assessments, asbestos/lead/crystalline silica program management, chemical exposure monitoring, and noise exposure assessments. In addition, the EH&S Specialist (Industrial Hygiene) will assist in the following program areas: medical surveillance program management, safety training, job hazard assessments, workshop safety inspections, personal protective equipment management, job hazard analysis, and other assigned Environmental Health & Safety related tasks as needed.

The EH&S Specialist (Industrial Hygiene) will collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety staff in developing policies, procedures, and training necessary for campus compliance and best management practices per federal, state, and local regulations. In addition, the EH&S Specialist (Industrial Hygiene) will provide support with assessing campus compliance with applicable health and safety regulations.

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, at-will position. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

The individual hired into this role will work on campus at SDSU in San Diego.

Department Summary

The Environment Health and Safety department is responsible for development and implementation of programs aimed at protecting the campus community and providing compliance with numerous federal, state, and local regulatory statutes. This department reports to the Senior Associate Vice President for Administration in the Division of Business and Financial Affairs.

For more information regarding The Environment Health and Safety department click here .

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health or Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related STEM field.
• A minimum of three years of experience in industrial hygiene, environmental control, occupational safety, or other general health and safety disciplines.

Key Qualifications

• AHERA Asbestos Building Inspector certification is preferred.
• AHERA Asbestos Contractor Supervisor certification is preferred.
• CDPH Lead Inspector Assessor certification is preferred.
• 40 HAZWOPER certification is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University will offer a competitive salary based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. San Diego State University also offers a rich benefits package that includes:

• Extensive Leave benefits: 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year;
• Retirement security through a CalPERS defined benefit pension (with CalPERS and UC Retirement Plan reciprocity) and retiree healthcare benefits;
• An array of health, dental, and vision coverage at no-cost or low-cost to the employee; and
• California State University system fee reduction program (fee waiver) for the employee or their qualified dependent

Anticipated hiring range: $65,000- $74,000 annually

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here .

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.

SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on July 25, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by July 24, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here .

SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at rstalmann@sdsu.edu .

Advertised: Jul 10 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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