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Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Three (3) years of experience in the environmental, engineering, or safety field. OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification. Demonstrated ability to interpret construction drawings. Currently licensed by the NYSDOL as an Asbestos Inspector. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver's License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes").

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Safety or Health Sciences. Experience in performing hazardous building materials inspections and managing environmental remediation projects. Experience with the calibration and use of industrial hygiene equipment. Developed and implemented safety policies, programs and training. Additional licenses/certifications, such as: USEPA/HUD Lead Paint Inspector/Risk Assessor, NYSDOL/USEPA Asbestos certification for Asbestos Project Designer, Management Planner, Project Monitor and/or Supervisor.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Hazard Remediation Specialist will assist with the management and oversight of remediation projects involving asbestos, mold, mercury, PCB's, lead based paint and flooding events, including but not limited to pre-renovation, demolition, and maintenance inspections, as well as spill response. The incumbent will conduct facility inspections, perform hazard assessments and carry out the necessary investigations to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements for regulated and hazardous building materials associated with renovations, construction and building maintenance. Responsibilities include sampling suspect materials, maintaining chain of custody, coordinating laboratory analysis, and preparing inspection reports, while working closely with architects, designers, construction managers, and physical plants to ensure safe and compliant remediation practices. The specialist will also develop and implement safety and health programs focused on regulated building materials and workplace environmental hazards to protect workers and the campus community.

• Remediation Project Management Support:
  • Assist with the management and oversight of remediation projects and activities involving asbestos, mold, mercury, PCB's, Lead Based Paint and flooding events.

  • Collaborate with other EH&S groups on laboratory renovations, close-outs, and hazardous/universal waste removal, environmental issues and fire safety concerns.

  • Prepare and post abatement notices, obtain account numbers for billing, attend project meetings, schedule projects and conduct pre-abatement walkthroughs.

  • Coordinate the shutdown of building systems and ensure the proper hookup of temporary utilities, including electrical power and water.

  • Oversee the placement of negative pressure equipment, exhaust locations, and waste containers.

  • Coordinate access to and control of workspaces; provide escort as required.

  • Inspect work sites to ensure fire safety systems remain operational.

  • Oversee project monitors, air sample technicians, and abatement contractors to enforce compliance and contract requirements.

  • Promptly report and document any variation and deficiencies.

  • Maintain project records including permits, monitoring reports, waste manifests, and abatement contractor documentation (NYSDOL, USEPA, NYSDEC permits, NYSDOT permits).

• Pre-Construction and Facility Inspections:
  • Perform inspections prior to renovation, demolition and maintenance projects.

  • Review and interpret design documents; coordinate with architects, planners, Principal Investigators (PI) and construction managers.

  • Assist with the review of proposed renovation/construction plans and documents, as well as existing analytical results.

  • Coordinate with consultants and respond to maintenance requests for hazard identification.

  • Evaluate regulated materials that may be impacted through field inspection; prepare inspection reports and remediation estimates.

  • Conduct investigations by collecting samples, preparing Chain of Custody, arranging shipment/delivery for analysis, and performing additional tests as required

  • Prepare survey reports, project inspection reports, scope of work, and cost estimates in accordance with EPA and NYS Codes for supervisor review and approval.

  • Perform general inspections of Mechanical Equipment Rooms (MER), public spaces, hallways, staircases, custodial closets, universal waste storage areas and other maintenance areas.

  • Identify hazards such as electrical hazards, trip hazards, cleanliness concerns , lighting issues, pest issues, insulation condition, signage needs and other safety risks as they arise.

• Industrial Hygiene Support:
  • Perform industrial hygiene assessments and other activities to support construction, renovation and remediation projects.

  • Conduct Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) investigations, including but not limited to visual inspections, occupant interviews and sampling of temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds.

  • Respond to odor complaints and perform mold assessments, including microbial sampling and moisture testing of building materials.

  • Coordinate findings and corrective actions with facilities maintenance staff, building managers and user departments.

  • Conduct hazard assessments and perform personal exposure sampling and area monitoring for hearing conservation and respiratory protection programs, and to evaluate potential exposures to chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic work hazards.

  • Prepare Chain of Custody forms, ship and/or deliver samples for laboratory analysis, and prepare industrial hygiene survey monitoring reports with recommendations for personal protective equipment and other controls for affected departments.

  • Conduct calibration and preventative maintenance of industrial hygiene equipment.

  • Maintain program records and databases used to generate required reports.

  • Assist with the development of EH&S policies, procedures, safety publications and training, as needed.

• Emergency and Spills Response:
  • Respond to emergencies, including off-hours and weekends as needed.

  • Assist with the assessment, containment and mitigation of environmental spills, releases and other emergencies.

  • Provide support for the EH&S Fire Marshal Hazmat Team and Laboratory Safety group.

  • Assist with coordinating outside Environmental Spill Response Contractor and regulatory agencies.

  • Maintain spill response records and prepare reports as required.

• Training & EH&S Support:
  • Attend training and maintain certifications, including NYSDOL/USEPA Asbestos Inspector, Management Planner and Supervisor.

  • Support departmental events and activities, including the annual EH&S Fire & Safety Expo, Earthstock and other campus events.

• Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

Special Notes:
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $4,000 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.

Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

Evening and weekend work will be required at times.

Must be able to respond to emergencies off-hours.

Must be able to lift/carry 30lbs.

Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding.

The selected candidate must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services.

***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of start date.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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