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Job Announcement - University of New Hampshire
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROGRAM COORDINATOR/RADIATION SAFETY OFFICER
The UNH Office of Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) seeks a Radiation
Safety Officer to administer a comprehensive Radiation Protection Program,
including all dosimetry, audit/inspection, training, environmental
monitoring and reporting activities, through oversight of all radiological
safety issues to assure compliance with regulations and policies covering
the use of radioactive materials and machines.
Applicants interested in applying for this position must apply online at
www.unhjobs.com. To view the job announcement at this website, please
access the Search Positions, go to Position Title, and look for
Environmental Health and Safety Program Coordinator. Cover letter and resume
may be attached electronically with application. Computer access/assistance
is available at the Human Resources Office, 2 Leavitt Lane, Durham, NH 03824
or you may call 603-862-0501. UNH is an affirmative action, equal
opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity in its
faculty and staff. UNH does not discriminate in recruitment, selection and
employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
sexual orientation, disability, veteran's status or marital status.
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POSITION INFORMATION
Position Title:
Environmental Health and Safety Program Coordinator
Operating Title:
Radiation Safety Officer
Position #:
UB2439
Appointment Type:
Regular Budgeted Position
Percent Time:
100%
Department:
Environmental Health and Safety
Summary of Position:
The UNH Office of Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) seeks a Radiation
Safety Officer to administer a comprehensive Radiation Protection Program,
including all dosimetry, audit/inspection, training, environmental
monitoring and reporting activities, through oversight of all radiological
safety issues to assure compliance with regulations and policies covering
the use of radioactive materials and machines.
Responsibilities:
Conduct surveys and inspections of University facilities including
laboratories and storage areas to maintain compliance with local, state and
federal regulations. Maintain inventory of radioactive materials possessed
by the University; maintain waste disposal records and other required
records and documentation, and perform inspections and/or leak tests on all
radioactive materials upon receipt and as required by regulation. Coordinate
the orders, receipt, surveys delivery and inventory of all radioactive
materials arriving at or departing from the University; manage the storage
and disposal of regulated waste; package, label, survey, etc., all shipments
of radioactive material leaving the University. Approve, coordinate, monitor
and/or close out facilities, storage sites and field experiments involving
radioactive materials. Maintain various databases for surveys, inventories
of radioactive materials and permits, dosimetry, personnel, and training
pertaining to radiation safety. Interpret policies and regulations dealing
with radioactive materials; identify deficiencies and advise the OEHS
Director on requirements of a comprehensive radiation protection; develop
programs and ensure compliance. Advise and instruct Radiation Safety
Committee, radiation users and other employees on established, new or
revised federal, state and institutional policies and procedures related to
radiation safety. Assist in preparation of required reports to maintain
compliance with federal, state and local regulations; maintain records
required by the regulatory agencies. Review qualifications and grants
authorization to personnel requesting to use radioactive materials and/or
radiation generating devices, and notify the Radiation Safety Committee of
changes in status regarding authorized personnel, lab classifications, and
any other activities of the Radiation Safety Officer. Maintain license and
registrations with the New Hampshire Bureau of Radiological Health. Respond
to accidents or spills concerning radiological materials as needed in
emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in sciences, safety, or related field and three years of
related professional experience or Associate's degree in Hazardous Materials
Management and five years of directly related professional experience.
Professional certification or license that may be required for assigned
program. Knowledge of applicable state laws, regulations, codes and
guidelines as related to program area. Valid driver's license. Must be able
to wear and use appropriate protective equipment as necessary. Sufficient
strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of
program.
Additional Desirable Qualifications:
Skills and abilities to:
* Develop and deliver effective training programs and presentations.
* Work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse
community.
* Foster a cooperative work environment.
* Monitor and/or maintain quality control standards.
* Communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
* Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
* Communicate and interact with officials at all levels of administration,
government, and emergency response.
* Assist in preparation of budgets and management of fiscal information.
* Develop strategic plans.
* Develop and maintain inventory and record keeping systems and procedures.
* Utilize MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and other business computing
systems.
Pay Grade:
20
Minimum:
$43,740
Maximum
$67,290
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