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    Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - New York, United States - SUNY College at Old Westbury

    SUNY College at Old Westbury
    SUNY College at Old Westbury New York, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    About SUNY Old Westbury:


    The State University of New York at Old Westbury is a dynamic and diverse public liberal arts college that fosters academic excellence through close interaction among students, faculty and staff.

    Old Westbury weaves the values of integrity, community engagement, and global citizenship into the fabric of its academic programs and campus life.

    In an environment that cultivates critical thinking, empathy, creativity and intercultural understanding, we endeavor to stimulate a passion for learning and a commitment to building a more just and sustainable world.

    The University is a community of students, teachers, staff, and alumni bound together in mutual support, respect, and dedication to the Mission.

    SUNY Old Westbury serves large populations of underrepresented, first-generation, and non-traditional students.

    Candidates with experience working with a similar student body, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting these populations, are strongly encouraged to apply.


    Since its foundation in 1965, SUNY Old Westbury has been committed to social justice, diversity, and the empowerment of traditionally underserved populations.

    The University serves a large proportion of non-traditional students and has earned the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from Insight into Diversity magazine for six consecutive years.


    Located on a 604-acre campus on Long Island, Nassau County, about 40 miles from New York City, SUNY Old Westbury comprises four Schools (Education, Business, Arts and Sciences and Professional Studies) with total enrollment of 4400 students.

    For more details about the SUNY Old Westbury, please refer to our website at


    Job Description:


    SUNY Old Westbury seeks a dynamic, forward thinking and engaging Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist, with a specialization in fire safety, to the join the Facilities Department.


    Principal duties include:


    The EHS Specialist will be responsible for coordinating fire and life safety systems, fire safety and building code compliance and environmental programs including testing, inspecting, record keeping, and training.

    Reporting to the Facilities Director, the incumbent will develop and implement health and safety programs for all campus staff and students to ensure compliance with all state and federal code requirements.

    This position will work with other facilities staff, faculty, and technicians when required for complex work. Must be able to prioritize multiple projects, and work in a demanding fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, twelve (12) month position, with weekend and after-hours work, as required.


    Position Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Perform duties related to EHS activities pertaining to fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems and all life safety equipment operations and maintenance throughout the campus.
    • Plan and conduct employee and student fire safety training, provide hot work training and issue and monitor hot work permits.
    • Coordinate all safety training - Lock Out/Tag, Right to Know, and Electrical NFPA 70E.
    • Function as the Campus NYS Building Safety Inspector.
    • Coordinate NYS Fire Marshal campus inspections.
    • Perform monthly inspections of the University's Fire extinguisher program and fire suppression systems, scheduling required inspections, coordinating repairs, and maintaining mandated record keeping.
    • Perform required drills and maintain evacuation plans.
    • Perform fire safety inspections and communicate deficiencies to Facilities Department.
    • Produce and maintain records and documents associated with required laws.
    • Provide environmental support for campus.
    • Coordinate safety training.
    • Perform Monthly AED inspections and coordinate repairs.
    • Understand and interpret NY State Building Code, NY State Fire Code, NFPA and PESH Regulations.
    • Respond to emergency conditions, provide EH&S support at campus events as directed, work flexible hours, including weekend and evening work if necessary.
    • This position will be expected to possess written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills essential to work with a diverse population of students and colleagues.


    Requirements:
    Minimum

    Requirements:

    • Associate's degree in Fire Science or a closely related field.
    • Minimum of two (2) years experience as a fire safety specialist or a closely related occupation.
    • Ability to read and understand construction blueprints, diagrams and specifications.
    • Experience interpreting and applying EPA, DEC, NFPA, NYS Fire and Building Codes and OSHA regulations.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving items up to 50 pounds.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree.
    • Certified NYS Building Safety Inspector (BSI) or Code Enforcement Official (CEO).
    • NICET (National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technology - Fire Protection) Level II Certification.
    • Demonstrated ability to determine training needs, organize and conduct training.

    Additional Information:

    Salary range:
    $60, $83,923.00


    Comprehensive benefits package:

    Position Type:
    Professional


    Official Budget Title:
    Environmental Health Officer

    Campus Title:
    Environmental Health and Safety Specialist


    Department:
    Facilities


    FTE:
    Full-time


    Negotiating Unit:

    UUP

    Salary Grade:
    SL-4


    FLSA Status:
    Exempt

    The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

    The State University of New York at Old Westbury is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to participate in the selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources/Affirmative Action located in the Campus Center, Room I-211 or by calling

    The Annual Security and Fire Report is filed as required by federal law.

    The purpose of this report is to provide faculty, staff and students with campus safety information, including crime statistics and safety policies and procedures.

    The report contains information regarding security and personal safety, including topics such as crime prevention, fire safety, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus.

    The report also contains information about crime statistics for the previous three calendar years. You can obtain a copy of this report by contacting the University Police Department or by downloading a copy.


    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 or via email at


    Application Instructions:
    Please submit the following online at

    * cover letter,
    * resume,
    * contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) professional references,
    * a fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process).

    Only applications submitted online will be considered.

    CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS:
    Open until filled.

    VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

    We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and minorities to apply.


    Employment in this position will be contingent on the College's verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and SUNY Old Westbury polices, including the completion of pre-employment screening.

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