Director, Occupational Safety and Environmental Programs

Job ID:
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Category: Facilities Development and Environmental Health & Safety
Salary: $100,100 - $190,500
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: Planning Budget & Administration
Department: Sheila Hedayati
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
The full salary range for the Director of Occupational Safety and Environmental Program is $100,100 - $190,500 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $162,012.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of EH&S, the Assistant Director, Occupational safety and Environmental Program performs and oversees work of considerable complexity, in developing, implementing and managing effective programs within the radiation/laser safety, hazardous waste, industrial hygiene, occupational safety, ergonomics, and environmental compliance purview.

As the Radiation Safety Officer, represents the UCR radiation safety program at local campus, UC systemwide and professional organizational meetings and conferences. Works directly with local and state regulatory agencies in matters related to radiation safety. Using experience, forward thinking, analysis and leadership skills to provide effective outcomes to serve the division and institution.

In addition, provides supervision, direction and mentorship to subordinate staff. Maintains up to date knowledge of regulatory requirements for regulated waste management: hazardous waste and environmental programs (air, water, remediation), industrial hygiene programs not limited to IAQ, mold, asbestos, hazardous building materials, regulated carcinogens, and general safety programs including building and construction safety, fall protection, theatre safety, shops, hot works and confined space. Actively participates in the evaluation, development and improvement of EH&S systems to maintain compliance, improve efficiency and measure performance. Ensures internal controls, safety procedures and protocols are maintained in all facets of responsibility. Provides additional support to the division as necessary.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.



Requirements:
Requirements

Educational Requirements

Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Required

BS or MS in Health Physics or other engineering/science-related discipline (preferred) or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience with extensive coursework in health physics.

Preferred

Experience Requirements

8 - 13 years of related experience.

Required

Previous supervisory/managerial experience.

Preferred

Experience in managing a radiation safety program at an academic institution

Preferred

Certification Requirements
CertificationRequirement

Certified Health Physicist

Preferred

Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)

Preferred

Certified Safety Professional

Preferred

Certified Industrial Hygienist

Preferred

Special Conditions
Special

Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date.

Required

Depending on the assigned work area, may require specific training, testing, and/or recurring background checks.

Required

Minimum Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of EH&S technical requirements, logistics, materials and operations, rules, regulations, and laws.

Good management skills to effectively lead and direct subordinate staff who are assigned duties in different programs; skills to effectively integrate several highly regulated subject and program areas.

Solid written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills, including political acumen and skill to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies and senior management.

Solid skills to create, develop, and implement EH&S projects/programs.

Solid skills to appropriately and efficiently respond to and direct the response to emergencies and critical situations, including follow-up evaluation and critique of response efficacy; recommend, develop, and implement changes to emergency response as required.

Advanced analytical and organizational skills to organize, prioritize and manage the successful completion of projects within budget and time constraints.

Advanced or expert knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards, guidelines and, as appropriate, recommend organization policy.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced skill in mentoring or overseeing the work of other EH&S technical and professional staff.


Additional Information:
Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
  


• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
  


• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
  


• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
  


• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
  


• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details:
Job Description Details

General Information
EHS MGR 1 000473 25 Sheila Hedayati Sheila Hedayati

Positions Directly Supervised
Job CodeTitleFTE

000296

EHS SUPV 2

1

007146

EHS SPEC 3

1

000358

EHS SPEC 4

2

Generic Scope
Spends the majority of time (50% or more) achieving organizational objectives through the coordinated achievements of subordinate staff. Establishes departmental goals and objectives, functions with autonomy. Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial, and often physical resources in compliance with departmental and organizational goals and objectives. Ensures subordinate supervisors and professionals adhere to defined internal controls. Manages systems and procedures to protect departmental assets.

Custom Scope
Manages an EH&S program or programs within a single discipline, which may include budgets, personnel, and other resources. Reviews, approves, and oversees implementation of policies and procedures to assure awareness of and compliance with EH&S requirements. May oversee development of new programs within a single discipline in response to changing regulations. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.

Department Custom Scope
Under the general direction of the Executive Director of EH&S, the Assistant Director, Occupational safety and Environmental Program performs and oversees work of considerable complexity, in developing, implementing and managing effective programs within the radiation/laser safety, hazardous waste, industrial hygiene, occupational safety, ergonomics, and environmental compliance purview.
As the Radiation Safety Officer, represents the UCR radiation safety program at local campus, UC systemwide and professional organizational meetings and conferences. Works directly with local and state regulatory agencies in matters related to radiation safety. Using experience, forward thinking, analysis and leadership skills to provide effective outcomes to serve the division and institution.

In addition, provides supervision, direction and mentorship to subordinate staff. Maintains up to date knowledge of regulatory requirements for regulated waste management: hazardous waste and environmental programs (air, water, remediation), industrial hygiene programs not limited to IAQ, mold, asbestos, hazardous building materials, regulated carcinogens, and general safety programs including building and construction safety, fall protection, theatre safety, shops, hot works and confined space. Actively participates in the evaluation, development and improvement of EH&S systems to maintain compliance, improve efficiency and measure performance. Ensures internal controls, safety procedures and protocols are maintained in all facets of responsibility. Provides additional support to the division as necessary.


Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time

Plans, directs, and manages an EH&S program or programs within a single discipline.

10%

Develops and monitors operational plans.

5%

Through subordinate staff, monitors and prevents chemical, biological, and physical hazards and diseases.

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