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Company: Augusta University Location: Augusta, GA Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 02/10/2026 Job Categories: Education, Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration |
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Hazardous Materials Officer Hazardous Materials Officer Job ID: 294665 Location: Augusta University Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: * About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other. Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state. The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Location Augusta University ' Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904 College/Department Information The Division of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) partners with Augusta University to promote safety services that support the clinical, teaching, and research missions on campus. We are responsible for a campus-wide effort to ensure Augusta University complies with local, state, and federal health and safety rules and regulations to provide a safe environment for work, study, research, and patient care. Job Summary Hazardous Materials Officer plans and supervises staging, collection, management, and disposal of hazardous wastes and controlled substances; develops and provides chemical safety training to faculty, staff, and students; prepares reports; develops or revises chemical safety policies and procedures; provides training and technical guidance to Occupational Health and Safety Technicians; and responds to emergencies involving hazardous materials. Responsibilities The duties include, but are not limited to: : Plan and supervise collection of chemical wastes from laboratories, clinics, shops, and maintenance facilities. Plan and supervise segregation and safe storage of hazardous wastes at Material Safety Storage Facility. Coordinate with hazardous waste vendors for shipping and disposal of hazardous wastes. Maintain hazardous waste management and all disposal documentation, including inventories, certificates of disposal and recycling, and waste manifests. : Develop, schedule, and present chemical safety training materials commensurate with needs of intended facility, staff, or students. Maintain training documentation. : Prepare internal and external reports associated with chemical safety program, including reports to regulatory agencies. Develop or revise chemical safety policies and procedures. Provide technical guidance, consultation, and oversight to Occupation Health and Safety Technicians in performance of their duties in support of chemical safety program. Coordinate initial laboratory opening visits, clearance and closure operation with Principal Investigators and laboratory staff. Perform quarter silver effluent testing of film processor waste. Maintain database information to include chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheets. : Plan and conduct destruction of controlled substances regulated by Drug Enforcement Administration. Coordinate with Principal Investigators and Public Safety to schedule destruction. Maintain documentation of destruction of controlled substances and Dangerous Drugs. : Respond to chemical spills to supervise decontamination and recover of affected facilities. Advise individuals exposed to chemicals to seek medical care. Serve as a resource and respond to off-hours emergencies as needed. : Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned. Participates in internal and external special purpose committees and staff meetings as needed. : Conduct annual environmental audits of university buildings and grounds as assigned for Toxic Substance Control Act, Spill Prevention and Control Countermeasure, Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act, Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. Submits report and maintains documentation. OTHER: Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, environmental sciences, laboratory technology, or related science with three years' experience in management of chemicals and hazardous wastes. Required Experience Experience working in a laboratory setting and basic understanding of chemical/biological safety techniques, employment of engineering, administrative controls and PPE. Experience using relational databases and spreadsheets for statistical analysis of chemical safety program data. Experienced in technical procedure development. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Chemistry or any Physical Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Sciences, or related field with two years of experience. Ability to read, use, and comprehend the Safety Data Sheets and working knowledge of chemical storage standards, hazard classification of chemicals and Hazard Communication Standard. Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)/Certified Safety Professional (CSP). Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of general chemistry Knowledge of applicable regulations governing safe handling of hazardous chemicals and proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste Standard lab practices and chemical safety techniques Engineering and administrative controls for chemical safety General awareness of regulations governing chemicals/hazardous materials Databases, operating systems, and spreadsheets SKILLS Skilled in database use, computers, tablets, and mobile devices Skilled in technical report generation ABILITIES Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to train faculty, staff, and students in required functions Ability to locate needed resources and to read, comprehend, and use Safety Data Sheets Ability to develop and present technical training Ability to wear a respirator Ability to complete 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Training within 6 months of hiring Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required) Pay Band: B9 Salary: Minimum $48,800/annually - Midpoint: $61,000/annually Salary to be commensurate with the qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position. Recruitment Period: Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today! Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Driver's License Statement The Human Resources Division will request a driver's history report for the identified top candidate(s) for this position. We will initiate this through our Background Check Vendor; this report will come from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The selected candidate must have a valid driver's license. Other Information Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. How To Apply Consider applying with us today! Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role. https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365 To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=294665&PostingSeq=1 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-6f4e0196c466e0458400b464bb7b7d95 Contact Information
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