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Date: Tue, 28 Mar 2006 17:17:24 -0800
Reply-To: "Larry D. McLouth" <LDMcLouth**At_Symbol_Here**LBL.GOV>
Sender: DCHAS-L Discussion List <DCHAS-L**At_Symbol_Here**LIST.UVM.EDU>
From: "Larry D. McLouth" <LDMcLouth**At_Symbol_Here**LBL.GOV>
Organization: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Subject: Laser Safety Officer Position at Lawrence Berkeley National
Laboratory
Hi - Would you circulate the following job opportunity to DCHAS members?
Thanks
The EH&S Division of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) has an
exciting opportunity available for an experienced Laser Safety
Professional with expert knowledge in the areas of laser and
non-ionizing radiation safety. Serving as the Laser Safety Officer for
LBNL, you will independently provide consultation in the areas of laser
safety, non-ionizing Radiation (NIR) safety, and other EH&S-related
services to the Berkeley Lab research community. This includes
independent oversight of all aspects of the Laser Program such as the
development and implementation of program policies and procedures to
ensure that all applicable Department of Energy (DOE) orders, regulatory
requirements, and performance measures are met. Additionally, the
successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating workplace
settings for health and safety hazards, recommending effective controls
and providing technical expertise and field support to customers. The
incumbent in this position will provide technical leadership to junior
professional and technician staff and will report to the Industrial
Hygiene Group Leader.
*Key challenges include: *
· Serve as subject matter expert for laser safety and non-ionizing
radiation (NIR) and provide expert level advice and consultation to
internal customers
· Design, develop and implement written comprehensive Laboratory NIR
safety program; Develop and conduct laser safety and NIR safety training
· Apply expert knowledge of subject matter to review and approve formal
work authorizations (Activity Hazard Documents)
· Provide guidance and input to researchers to maintain a complete,
accurate and up-to-date laser inventory Perform and document laser
safety and NIR safety inspections, surveys and measurements and
reviewing laser alignment evaluations
· Provide technical guidance for the design, installation, use and
testing of engineering controls including laser safety interlocks and
enclosures
· Review and maintain the written Laboratory laser safety program (Pub
3000 Chapter 16) to be consistent with ANSI Z136.1 - 2000 and DOE policy
· Assist in or lead accident investigations, multi-disciplinary safety
inspections, self-assessments, and/or committee meetings relating to
laser safety and non ionizing radiation
· Serve as the primary point-of-contact between the Division Safety
Coordinator and the EH&S Division; Maintain internal customers’ needs,
and self-assessment performance data and advise on Integrated Safety
Management (ISM) Program/Plan implementation
*Qualifications:*
In order to be successful in this position, you'll need a broad level of
knowledge equivalent to that which would be obtained in an advanced
degree course of study in one or more of the following disciplines:
Physics, Safety Engineering, and/or Industrial Hygiene or an equivalent
combination of relevant academic degree(s) and professional experience
(e.g., Ph.D. in related field of study and 3 - 5 years of experience;
M.S. and 5 - 7 years of experience; B.S. and 7 - 10 years of experience).
· Must have expert knowledge and work experience in the detection and
control of laser and non-ionizing radiation hazards associated with
technologies in a research environment
· Ability to apply OSHA, DOE, ANSI, and other pertinent federal, state,
and local regulatory requirements.
· Demonstrated ability and experience in leading an interdisciplinary
EH&S team and developing and presenting training, briefings and reports
· Demonstrated ability to make recommendations and decisions that affect
the personal safety, cost, and use of equipment and procedures and
develop innovative solutions.
· Proven ability to make assessments and interpretations beyond that
which is currently available through technical or regulatory guidance
documentation and ability to provide program direction regarding problem
solving/ investigation processes
· Must have demonstrated ability and success in negotiating and dealing
with various regulatory organizations.
· Professional certification, registration, or equivalent is highly
preferred.
Note: This position is posted as a Level 4 professional within the
Industrial Hygiene job family.
To apply, please go to
http://jobs.lbl.gov/LBNLCareers/details.asp?jid=18756&p=1
. Attach
résumé and cover letter as one document. Learn more about the EH&S
Division and its work at http://www.lbl.gov/ehs
/ .
LBNL is an AA/EEO employer committed to a safe and diverse workforce.
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