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Hazardous Materials Supervisor, Environment, Health and Safety

Employer
University at Buffalo
Location
New York, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jun 7, 2023

Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2022-2023

Position Title
Hazardous Materials Supervisor, Environment, Health and Safety

Classification Title
Instructional Support Associate

Department
Environment, Health and Safety

Posting Number
P230217

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/43110

Employer
State

Position Type

Professional Appointment Term
Term

Salary Grade
SL2

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The University at Buffalo is seeking a Hazardous Materials Supervisor to perform a wide variety of duties overseeing the day-to-day operations of the hazardous and radioactive waste programs in the unit of Environment, Health & Safety.

Environment, Health and Safety develops policies, procedures and compliance standards to ensure the safety of the university community. We are committed to protecting health and safety on campus that is conducive to the highest level of education and research.

This role requires strong oral and written communication due to frequent interaction with professional staff (Ph.D., MD, Senior Researchers, Lab Technicians), clerical staff (administrative staff), frontline facilities employees (cleaners, skilled trade shop personnel, etc.), graduate and undergraduate students and outside vendors. Individual must be able to independently recognize potentially unsafe conditions and act accordingly to correct the situation. The Hazardous Materials Supervisor reports directly to the Hazardous Materials Manager. This role has 2 Hazardous Waste Technicians that are direct reports (SL2).

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages .

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific major/discipline required.
  • Excellent customer service skills and good interpersonal communication skills are required.
  • Detailed knowledge and use of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. required.
  • A valid New York state driver’s license is required (or the ability to obtain such license within 6 months after hire).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Degree in Chemistry of significant college level coursework in Chemistry is preferred
  • Two years’ experience working in a lab setting, experience with hazardous materials handling or experience in occupational safety is preferred.
  • Possession of a CDL license with HAZMAT endorsement is preferred.
Physical Demands

The ability to routinely and regularly lift heavy items up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance and up to 400 pounds with mechanical assistance is also necessary to perform the job requirements. The incumbent must be able to be medically cleared and physically capable of wearing respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment at time of employment.

Salary Range
$58,000 - $65,000

Additional Salary Information

Type
Full-Time

Campus
All Campuses

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Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Background Check Notification
For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

Contact Information

Contact's Name
David Vasbinder

Contact's Pronouns
he/him/his

Contact's Title
Associate Director

Contact's Email
dvasbind@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-860-9269

Posting Dates

Posted
06/06/2023

Deadline for Internal Applicants
06/20/2023

Deadline for External Applicants
Open Until Filled

Date to be filled

References

Number of References Required
3

Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant

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Company

University at Buffalo

UB is New York’s largest public university, one of America’s leading research universities and a flagship in the SUNY system.

UB is a top 40 university in a top city in which to attend college, and with more than 1,300 acres across three unique campuses, there is always something new to explore. Regular shuttle service takes students between North Campus and South Campus, and the Downtown Campus is easily accessible by Metro Rail

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