Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, the Senior Manager is responsible for strategic leadership of the Research Safety Operations, and establishing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders from the University community, including Principal Investigators, Facilities and Compliance teams, Design and Construction, Public Safety and others to ensure the consistent delivery of EH&S services and guidance across the University’s research enterprise, at all campuses and affiliated locations. The Senior Manager provides leadership, coaching and support to their staff, and key input to the overall management of Research Safety programming. In partnership with managers and leaders of the EH&S program areas, the Senior Manager will serve as a senior member of the Research Safety Program, helping establish the initiation and execution of safety-related operations and projects across all disciplines and promoting best practices within the organization. The Senior Manager will serve as a primary representative for EH&S initiatives and services on behalf of the organization.
SUBJECT TO BUSINESS NEEDS, WE MAY SUPPORT FLEXIBLE AND HYBRID WORK ARRANGEMENTS. OPTIONS WILL BE DISCUSSED DURING THE INTERVIEW
Responsibilities
The Senior Manager will promote and actively drive collaborative relationships among EH&S colleagues, University administration, and peers to ensure the effective and efficient implementation of biological, chemical and radiation safety program elements. Program elements include but are not limited to hazard assessments and preparation of standard operating procedures (SOPs), laboratory safety surveys, specialty training, identification and support of priority laboratories, accident investigations and emergency spill/incident response, which may occur during non-working hours. Coordinate with Facilities and Capital Project Management where activities of the departments affect laboratory safety operations. Ensure effective coordination with Public Safety in planning for and responding to emergencies.
Must be effective proponent of EH&S programs and work with other University departments, including advising on research laboratory design and ongoing interaction with Facilities on safety-related infrastructure issues. Develop professional contacts at peer institutions with staff performing similar activities. Be able to expand skill set to perform in other program areas (Biological, Environmental, Radiation and Occupational Safety) and provide cross-coverage in these areas.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus 5 years of related experience. An advance degree in a related scientific, health and safety field such as environmental management, public health, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, or safety engineering, or management may substitute in part for experience, along with a minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in leadership and personnel management. Professional certification (ASP, CSP, CIH) is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
Must be able to effectively work with Facilities Management, Public Safety, Human Resources and other applicable departments to align campus resources in support of the University’s research enterprise. The position requires the ability to create an effective and positive team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and exercise sound judgment are required.
Other Requirements
Knowledge of the structure of occupational and environmental health and safety activities related to biomedical research is desired. Safety training experience preferred. OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred; RCRA and DOT certifications a plus.
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