Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II

Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II. The successful candidate with minimal supervision manages assigned health and safety programs, and assists in developing, reviewing, and improving them. The EH&S Specialist II provides support for health and safety programs managed by others within the department. Job Responsibilities MANAGES EXPENSES AND BUDGETS: A. Prepares annual budget for areas of responsibility. B. Provides supervisor with justification for proposed expenditures. C. Advises supervisor of issues/concerns promptly. D. Obtains authorization from supervisor as appropriate. E. Obtains proposals from vendors. F. Promptly approves and processes invoices. G. Follows up on invoice issues as appropriate. PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR DEPARTMENTAL PROGRAMS: A. Is available on-call on a rotating basis to respond to health and safety emergencies involving NYU Langone facilities or employees. B. Responds promptly to real and perceived emergencies involving health and safety issues. C. Responds to and investigates fire alarms. D. Maintains HazWoper certification. E. Responds to and cleans up spills involving hazardous materials. F. Responds to and investigates concerns about indoor air quality. G. Maintains a good understanding of industrial hygiene equipment use and limitations. H. Prepares, compiles, and maintains program records. I. Conducts inspections. J. Serves as liaison to assigned department. K. Provides training and respirator fit testing. L. Assists with and coordinates drills as assigned. MANAGES REMEDIATION PROJECTS: A. Coordinates and conducts investigations and inspections. B. Coordinates and conducts appropriate environmental and industrial hygiene monitoring. C. Interfaces with colleagues and vendors. D. Resolves difficult problems and conflicts appropriately, creatively, and effectively. E. Manages vendors engaged in routine and non‑routine projects and tasks. F. Manages and maintains project records and incorporates relevant documents into departmental files. G. Promptly processes Unifier tasks and maintains electronic records. MANAGES PROGRAMS AND ASSISTS IN IMPROVING THEM: As assigned by supervisor, manages and assists in managing, monitoring, and improving health and safety programs. A. Revises and updates Safety Policies, other policies, and procedures. B. Conducts comprehensive risk assessments and work site assessments for health and safety concerns. C. Coordinates and conducts inspections, investigations, and audits with minimal direction. D. Coordinates and conducts appropriate environmental and industrial hygiene monitoring. E. Recommends appropriate control measures based on the hierarchy of controls. F. Prepares, reviews, submits, and presents verbal and written institutional and regulatory reports. G. Interfaces with colleagues and vendors. H. Resolves difficult problems and conflicts appropriately and effectively. I. Manages vendors engaged in routine and non‑routine projects and tasks. J. Develops specifications for non‑routine projects. K. Develops new training programs. L. Revises and updates existing training materials. M. Coordinates and conducts training. N. Manages and maintains program records and reports, and incorporates relevant documents into departmental files. O. Annually evaluates the status of programs and develops goals for improvement. ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: A. Maintains weekly time database. B. Adheres to departmental and NYU Langone policies and guidelines. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, fire safety, engineering, or another applicable discipline 5 years relevant experience Good knowledge of regulatory requirements and technical issues for assigned programs Demonstrated ability to manage assigned health and safety programs Ability to manage a heavy workload, manage competing demands on time and resources, and prioritize effectively Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple projects to completion Good organizational, written, and verbal skills Good fact finding, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills. Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database computer programs Good ability to understand and interpret data Ability to wear and work in Level C personal protective equipment Ability to be on‑call on a rotating basis to respond to off‑hours emergency situations Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in an applicable discipline Current HazWoper certification Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. Salary Range: $70,481.60 - $105,735.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. 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