Position Title: Safety Specialist,Assc

Employee Classification: Safety Specialist,Assc

College/Division: Administration and Finance

Department: 500200-ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SAFETY & RISK

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  We are lookin for a motivated individual to join our team, to help us keep the NMSU community safe.

Classification Summary:
Under general supervision, assist with the development and maintenance of EHS&RM programs, permits, procedures, protocols, and business processes that support the primary objectives and overall mission of the EHS&RM department. Provides support and assistance to operations, hazard material inventory management, hazardous waste disposal processes, inspection programs, safety training and other EHS&RM regulatory compliance activities and programs. Assist with accident, injuries and loss control investigations, reviews and assessments including record tracking, reports and other documentation used to determine cause and trends, in assigned areas of responsibility.

Classification Standard Duties:
Assist with the management of focused EHS&RM programs designed to safeguard employee and public safety, minimize property loss, protect the environment and help ensure university compliance with the regulatory requirements in areas administered by the EHS&RM department. This may include general administrative support, such as fiscal and procurement needs, file management and basic clerical tasks. Examples of the types of programs managed by EHS&RM include, but are not limited to, hazard communication, chemical / hazardous material safety, accident, injury / illness investigation and reporting; exposure evaluations, hazardous waste management, laboratory safety, shop safety, laser safety, radiation safety, indoor air quality, respiratory safety/respirator fit-testing, lock-out/tag-out, permit-required confined spaces, hazardous material shipping / receiving, general construction safety, agricultural / field safety, forklift, aerial/man lifts, crane and rigging safety. Assist with the performance, documentation and recordkeeping of routine and non-routine inspections and other formal assessments to identify and correct health and safety hazards in NMSU facilities and operations including laboratories, shops, farms, mechanical rooms, other hazardous areas, offices, classrooms and common areas. Assist with generation, documentation and tracking of EHS&RM hazard reviews, assessments, and investigations, which may include recommendations for mitigating or correcting physical and operational safety deficiencies. Assist with the development, delivery, promotion and training record management of a large assortment of EHS&RM training offerings, in both instructor-led and online formats, as assigned. Communicate with the university community and assist with inquires and questions on EHS&RM protocols, procedures and training designed to enhance employee / public safety, minimize property losses, protect the environment, and help ensure the university remains in compliance with applicable EHS&RM regulations. Other duties will vary as needed but may include, but not be limited to assisting with indoor air quality assessments, incident / accident response and investigations, worker exposure assessments, work place and operational hazard evaluations and other types of industrial hygiene assessments and evaluations including activity tracking and documentation. The use and maintenance of common industrial hygiene equipment used to measure work place conditions, evaluate worker exposures and perform various safety assessments may be required. Assist with the development, maintenance, review and updating of EHS&RM plans, procedures and web-based information, in the areas of responsibility. Performs other related duties as required.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience:None; Equivalency:Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services.; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:University and department policies and procedures; principles and practices of organization and administration; principles of training. Knowledge of industry standard safety and risk management processes and procedures applicable to university operations. ; SKILLS:Strong communication skills, verbal and written, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Skill in imparting general and technical knowledge and information to employees and students from differing backgrounds. Good organizational and record management skills. Short- and long-range planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; compiling statistics; public contact and public relations skills.; ABILITIES:Ability to read and interpret federal, state and local regulations applicable to areas of responsibility. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies. Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials. Ability to lead and train staff and/or students. Ability to analyze and solve problems. Ability to gather data, compile technical information, utilize data management tools, and prepare reports and other material. Ability to operate, test and/or repair monitoring, sampling and/or analytical equipment and instruments. Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations. Ability to effectively design and deliver informational programs, presentations and documentation in areas of responsibility.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
This position supports EHS&RM operations and functions, department wide. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Emergency eyewash/safety shower and chemical fume hood annual testing and certification.
Program Compliance Specialist support including supporting EHS&RM Safety Hub, EHS&RM website and online safety training maintenance functions.
Safety Specialist support, as needed, for hazardous material abatement (asbestos / mold) activities, routine landfill compliance functions, safety compliance inspections, sealed source leak testing, routine contamination surveys, other duties related to the Fire & Life Safety program, etc.
Support instructor-led safety training including assisting with course set up and class monitoring activities for courses that require it (Forklift, MEWP, UAS, etc.)
Performs other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned to support all operations at EHS&RM.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact:  rtorres@nmsu.edu, 575-646-3342, rtorres@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip

Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.