Industrial Hygienist
Florida Atlantic University

Job Info

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Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence. For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs.  Position Summary:

Environmental Health and Safety at Florida Atlantic University is dedicated to providing and ensuring a safe and healthy environment for the FAU Community through comprehensive service-oriented programs. EH&S offers a number of programs such as Biological and Laboratory Safety, Campus and Occupational Safety, Occupational and Public Health, Environmental Protection, Radiation and Laser Safety, Fire Safety, and Building Code Compliance.

Under the direction of the Assistant Director, Environmental Health and Safety, this position conducts activities to advance the health and safety programs and objectives of the university community and promote university-wide compliance with local, State, and Federal codes and regulations. Such activities may be related, but not limited to general safety and health, indoor air quality, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and various other occupational safety and health programs.

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Industrial Hygienist - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of responsibilities include:

• Assists in the development and implementation of Safety & Health programs including project management, oversight of contractors, and regulatory reporting.

• Works with stakeholders to proactively enact health and safety programs to address the needs of the university; facilitate safety & health training and materials for faculty, staff and students; conduct/lead inspections of university operations; and conduct, lead or assist professional contractors with industrial hygiene, indoor air quality, ergonomics, and accident prevention programs.

• Follows strategic direction from management for the improvement of the Safety & Health programs and works collaboratively with other departmental functional areas and university operations to attain goals.

• May advise FAU faculty, staff, and students and staff regarding safety and health issues relevant to their work, studies, and extracurricular activities, including residential life.

• Provides input to the Director, Environmental Health and Safety on compliance issues.

• Assists in monitoring, corrective and preventative action programs relative to safety and health to evaluate conformance with federal, state, local and/or University requirements and/or policies and procedures relating to compliance and program management.

• Conducts inspections as needed of facilities, campus areas, and construction sites to ensure compliance with safety and health requirements.

FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php

• Sick Leave Pool Program

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion)!!

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/files/COMMUNITY_ENGAGEMENT_VOLUNTEER_LEAVE4-2015.pdf

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and five (5) years of experience in health and safety regulatory compliance enforcement with knowledge and experience in the areas of Environmental Science, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biological Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry or a related field required.

Demonstrated experience in delivering effective results within a proactive safety and health at an academic and/or research institutions.

Progressively advancing responsibilities within safety and health functions.

Experience working in higher education with a focus on training and education to perform the essential functions of the position.

Be able to demonstrate effective project management skills and speak about effective experiences.

Be able to communicate effectively and in multiple formats (spoken and written) to a diverse audience in a clear and succinct manner.

Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain prior to employment.

Must hold a current certification as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) from ABIH.Salary:$70,000.00 per year.College or Department:Environmental Health and Safety - Biological SafetyLocation:Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Application Deadline: 2023-03-15-07:00Special Instructions to Applicant: This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.

This position involves research or research-related support.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Successful completion of a background check, which may include a motor vehicle check, credit check, fingerprinting or additional screening, is required for the selected candidate prior to the start date.

A resume and a cover letter are required for this position. Make sure to attach these required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents will result in disqualification.

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