There is an EH&S position open at the University of Arkansas.  Can you please share the following with the listserv?

 

A complete position announcement, including minimum and preferred qualifications and salary information, may be viewed at the University Human Resources' job portal https://jobs.uark.edu/postings/34956

 

The Occupational Safety Coordinator is responsible for the safety and regulatory compliance in the laboratories, shops, and studios. This position performs regular radiological compliance audits, issues notices of non-compliance, follows up to ensure non-compliance items are corrected; maintains the radiation equipment, performs radiation surveys and conducts fume hood evaluations; and assists the Chemical Hygiene Officer with waste pickups and spill response when requested, supports radiation safety program and assists Radiation Safety Officer as required. The Occupational Safety Coordinator uses the EHS information management system to record findings and maintain records.

 

Minimum Qualifications:  The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in physics, chemistry, biology, or a related field.  At least two years of experience in occupational health and safety or a related field.

 

Preferred Qualifications:  At least two years of experience in handling of radioactive materials

 

Working hours are Monday Thru Friday 7:30am – 4:00pm. Salary is $42,386

 

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race/color, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

 

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, sex offender registry check, and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

 

Anyone is free to reach out if there are any questions.

 

Thanks

 

John Dixon

Laboratory Safety Compliance Coordinator Environmental Health & Safety University of Arkansas

Office: 479-575-5336

Cell: 479-466-1045

jdd07**At_Symbol_Here**uark.edu