Safety Operations and Industrial Hygiene Services Specialist

Safety Operations and Industrial Hygiene Services Specialist Wilmington, NC Job Details Full-time $51,902 - $57,668 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Computer operation Exposure monitoring Surveying equipment operation Laboratory safety Chemical hazards EHS Preventive maintenance Customer service Computer literacy Regulatory compliance Environmental compliance Routine inspections Mid-level Emergency management High school diploma or GED Maintenance activity documentation Driver's License Bachelor's degree Environmental law compliance support Waste collection Environmental regulatory compliance Productivity software Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Advanced level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Env, Hlth & Safety Technician Working Title Safety Operations and Industrial Hygiene Services Specialist Competency Level Advanced Home Department Environmental Health and Safety - 35330 Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit The Environmental Health & Safety Department serves to support and maintain a safe and healthy environment for the UNCW community and strives to limit the University's exposure to risks, including personal, financial, property, and reputational. EH&S provides the internal framework for compliance with federal, state, and local safety, health and environmental regulations, as well as the development of emergency preparedness and response initiatives. The department's strong customer service focus fosters partnerships throughout the campus community, which in turn help faculty, staff, and students recognize and reduce risks. College Business Affairs - 35000 College College/School Information University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "

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High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969. Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus Brief Summary of Work for this Position This position supports compliance and risk reduction efforts by applying safety principles and regulatory knowledge to University operations and activities and effectively communicating requirements and best practices to the campus community. Specific and focused work is in the laboratory safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental management areas, and includes such tasks as laboratory facility and safety equipment inspection; radiation area and x-ray equipment audits; regulated waste collection, classification and consolidation; personal exposure monitoring and environmental sampling; and other safety program activities. The position coordinates with Facilities and vendors to recommend and monitor contractor work with laboratory ventilation systems and uses the asset management system to document inspection, preventative maintenance, and repair activities. The position also provides occasional assistance to other departmental functions, including occupational safety, fire safety, and emergency management efforts as needed and represents the department at training, exercises, and tabling events. This is a mandatory position and must respond during emergencies. Excellent customer service skills and a collaborative approach are essential. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements High school diploma and demonstrated competence necessary to perform the work. Preferred education, professional skills and experience Bachelors degree in a related scientific or technical field, or equivalent experience, is preferred. The ability to attain technical skills and understanding necessary to operate and troubleshoot a variety of survey instruments, sampling devices and tools is required. Proficiency in general computer and office software is essential, as well as the ability to learn specialized database and information packages. A working knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations relating to safety and environmental compliance and a basic understanding of chemical properties and hazards is needed. Required Certifications or licensure Driver's License;

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certification required within one year of hire Qualification for compliance with OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard is required

FTE 1.0 FTE

(40 hours per week) Months Per Year 12 Months Work Days Monday - Friday Work Hours 8:00 am-5:00 pm Type of Position Permanent Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Position Number 8172 Job Posting Date 03/27/2026 Posting Close Date 04/05/2026 Number of Openings Single Incumbent Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE

: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Advanced level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs. Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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