Safety Specialist I

The Opportunity:
The Safety Specialist I for radiation safety acts as an expert resource for the university community on radiation and laser safety. The specialist contributes to the university's radiation safety program by developing, implementing, and assessing its effectiveness. This specialist plays a key role in preventing radiation exposure and contamination through administering surveys, training personnel, and inspecting labs. The Safety Specialist also ensures compliance with regulations by managing waste, records, and assisting with emergency responses.
Responsibilities:

• Performs monthly contamination surveys to laboratories with radioactive materials.
• Run samples in the Liquid Scintillation Counter.
• Conduct sampling and leak tests of General License Devices.
• Performs compliance inspections and accomplish reports related to radiation and laser safety.
• Assist in conducting safety inspections to other research laboratories and satellite accumulation areas.
• Monitors and validates completion dates and corrective action.
• Oversee and maintain all safety posting and labeling under Radiation Safety Program.
• Maintain inventories and database information relating to Radiation, Laser, X-ray Safety and other related program areas.
• Perform classification, collection, transportation, storage, and documentation of radioactive waste; and of chemical and biological waste, if needed.
• Maintain waste storage facility and spill response equipment.
• Perform survey/sampling activities for potentially contaminated areas.
• Assist in responding to investigation, and follow-up on accidents and incidents.
• Maintain proper documentation of quarterly and annual employee dosages.
• Exchange quarterly dosimeter badges.
• Monitor calibration and maintenance of radiation detection, instrumentation, and Liquid Scintillation Counter.
• Assist in providing safety trainings and technical guidance to the University Community.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information
Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemistry, Physics, or Environmental Health and Safety.
• One year of previous experience in radiation and laser safety.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and current DOT hazardous materials training.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suites.

Additional Application Materials Required:
Please provide your cover letter and resume.
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Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department
University Compliance, Ethics and Risk
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; On-site
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$23.33 to Negotiable
Job Posting End Date
03-26-2024-12-00-AM
Veteran's Preference:
Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets. Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President's Statement.
The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
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