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Environmental Health Safety Technician

  • 496536
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Office of Safety
  • Campus Safety
  • Full-time Staff
  • Closing on: Jun 3 2025

Salary/Position Classification

  • $40,000 to $45,000 Annual, Dependent on Experience, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 40 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

Under the general supervision of the Environmental Health Safety Manager the incumbent will be responsible to provide technical assistance to the Environmental Health and Safety Program and to the Radiation Safety Program. This position will provide assistance to and coordination of existing University Safety Programs and will assist in the development of new programs where needed. They will provide guidance and work directly with student safety assistants and provide training on safety programs at the University and other related duties as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assist the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) in the management of the Radiation Safety Program.
    • Assist with inspections and surveys of authorized radiation users.
    • Assist with management and collection of radiological waste.
    • Assist with inventory and survey of radiation sealed sources.
    • Assist with calibration of campus radioactive material survey monitoring equipment. 
  • Assist with management and disposal of hazardous materials and with the Laboratory Safety and Chemical Hygiene Programs.
    • Assist with chemical, radioactive, and bio-hazardous waste collection, storage, and disposal.
    • Assist with hazardous waste reduction and recycling efforts.
    • Assist with emergency planning and response relating to hazardous material incidents.
    • Inspection and maintenance of emergency eyewash and showers.
    • Conduct laboratory inspections for safety issues. 
  • Provide consultation and feedback regarding activities as they are related to safety requirements for the University
    • Provide guidance and documentation to questions related to occupational health and safety.
    • Respond to concerns related to OSHA rules and regulations.
    • Respond to concerns related to EPA rules and regulations.

Required Competencies

  • Must pass physical and wear a respirator.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and move over 100 lbs.
  • Basic computer knowledge Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Work well with others (staff faculty, students).

Minimum Requirements

  • Associate’s degree related to safety or environmental OR 3 years of directly related experience 
  • Chemical safety, use of monitoring equipment, HazMat experience
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience and/or education in chemistry, safety, radiological safety or laboratories
  • Extensive computer knowledge in building spread sheets, Microsoft office and regulatory software
  • Industrial Hygienist
  • Certified Assistant Safety Professional or qualified to take the exam
  • Safety Director, Certified Safety Manager or qualified to take the exam
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager or qualified to take the exam

 

 

Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

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Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.