Industrial Hygiene Officer - Farmingdale State College

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Officer, the Industrial Hygiene Officer (IHO) shall support the various health and safety programs at Farmingdale State College (FSC) to assure compliance with all pertinent regulations promulgated by, but not limited to, OSHA/PESH, EPA, DOT, NYSDEC, NYSDOH, NYSDOL, and guidelines put forth by ASHRAE, NFPA, ACGIH, and ANSI to achieve the optimal control of the reduction of hazards and exposures which are detrimental to people and/or property. The IHO will routinely interact with faculty, staff, departmental administrators, and regulatory agencies, and function as an internal consultant to all levels of the College in matters of occupational health and safety.

This position is designated Essential Personnel for specific College operations.

Major Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and implementation of an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) program for the College.

• Serve as the primary resource to respond to mold incidences on campus.

• Work with EHS Officer to support the Lab Safety and Chemical Hygiene programs to evaluate and select controls to prevent hazardous exposures in research/academic environments.

• Hazardous building material management including bulk and air sampling, abatement oversight (asbestos/ACM and lead based paint/LCM), and collaborate with Capital Programs and contractor program management for asbestos, lead-based paint, and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs).

• Perform industrial hygiene monitoring and exposure assessments, including hazard exposure assessments and exposure monitoring for potential chemical and physical occupational hazards.

• Administer the "Voluntary Use" N95 Respiratory Protection Program for employees of FSC, and support, as needed/requested, the student clinical rotation N95 fit test program.

• Develop and maintain environmental and occupational health and safety related programs, manuals, guidelines, and associated web pages to be incorporated into FSC health and safety policy and programs, and/or to FSC's EHS web content.

• Develop and conduct training on health and safety related topics.

• Develop engineering and administrative controls and recommend personal protective equipment to properly safeguard people, installations and equipment with respect to hazardous exposures, and safe use of toxic and/or hazardous substances.

• Advise the EH&S Officer and College leadership on environmental and occupational health issues to reduce injury and disease risks among the College at large.

• Respond to, and investigate, environmental health and safety issues, as warranted/directed.

• Identify and prioritize hazardous areas for evaluation, determine sampling strategy, select and use sampling equipment, and choose analytical test(s) to be performed.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

• Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.

• Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.

• Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree.

• Minimum of one years' experience in the industrial hygiene field.

• Proficiency in use of IAQ and IH field equipment and sampling instrumentation.

• Experience in developing, implementing and enforcing safety programs and protocols.

• Working knowledge of applicable Federal and State regulations and standards, including laboratory safety rules, regulations and established guidelines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in industrial hygiene, safety management, engineering or a related field.

• Experience in Higher Education

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certification, Associate (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certificate.

• Licensed in NYS to handle or manage asbestos, mold, and/or lead (USEPA).

• OSHA HAZWOPER, OSHA-10 Hour, OSHA 30-Hour or OSHA 40-Hour training.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, walk, and stand for long periods of time, walk on uneven surfaces, be able to work above and below ground level, work in cramped or confined spaces and work outside in various environmental conditions which include but are not limited to cold temperatures, hot temperatures, windy conditions, and inclement weather.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time UUP position.

• For the first 10 working days, beginning Monday, February 26, 2024 and ending Friday, March 8, 2024, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.

• CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until Filled

• Salary: $75,000 + $3,087 in downstate location pay = $78,087 Total Annual Compensation. Salary may increase commensurate with experience.

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans

Click here for New York State Benefits Summary.

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

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http://www.farmingdale.edu/consumer-information/index.shtml

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Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.

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Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following documents are required for all positions:

• Cover Letter

• Resume/C.V.

Additional instructions for faculty positions: Your cover letter must include a statement on teaching philosophy and methodology. Please attach copies of teaching evaluations and an unofficial copy of graduate transcripts (showing highest degree awarded/currently in process). Candidates invited for interviews will be asked to make a presentation on their research/creative activities as well as a separate teaching demonstration.

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