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Position Title:Occupational Safety Specialist II/III - Ames National Laboratory

Job Group:Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:Degree in Chemistry, Industrial Hygiene/Occupational Safety & Health, Biology/Life Sciences, Health Physics or Nuclear Sciences, Engineering, or related field.

Experience which demonstrates exceptional performance in one or more of the following areas: safety culture, construction safety, laboratory safety, industrial hygiene, occupational health, general safety, biosafety, radiation safety, regulatory compliance, or other related ESH activities.

Demonstrate work experience at a Department of Energy National Laboratory, college/university, or other research laboratory

Demonstrated experience reading, interpreting, and implementing federal directives, manuals, guidance, initiatives, and related compliance and reporting requirements.

Familiarity with the International Fire Code and National Fire Protection Association standards (e.g., IFC, NFPA 2, 13, 30, 37, 45, 55, 45, 30, 497, 654, 101, 110, 400, etc.).

Certification in one or more of the following: ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, CHP, RSO

Job Description:

Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a diverse, beautiful, university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live (https://www.ameslab.gov/careers-and-internships/life-ames) ? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames National Laboratory!

Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, civility, and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success.

Ames National Laboratory is seeking an Occupational Safety Specialist II (pay grade 09) or III (pay grade 10) to join the Environment, Safety, and Health (ESH) team. Reporting to the current Occupational Safety Specialist III, collaborates with the ESH team, Facilities and Engineering Services, Researchers, and Leadership, often under strict deadlines and changing priorities, to ensure compliance with various laws, regulations, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures where physical, biological, and chemical hazards may be present. This position supports staff, students, researchers, and others in the development of work planning and control packages; identifying and mitigating hazards; providing environmental, radiological, safety, and chemical and industrial hygiene programmatic documentation and resources; and works to create consistency across plans and procedures. Utilizes strong internal communication to ensure Laboratory personnel are aware of safety culture, laboratory safety, and other ESH program and Ames Lab objectives. Responsible for following ESH strategic and long-range goals using stakeholder, customer, and management feedback, anticipating, and adapting to regulatory changes and aligning with Laboratory and mission requirements.

Ames Lab is a federal facility and must comply with multiple Orders and regulations which enhance or differ from industry rules mandated by OSHA and EPA. The Occupational Safety Specialist must be able to interpret and adapt complicated regulatory terms and requirements while applying professional knowledge to solve complex problems related to life and property protection, such as fire, electrical, and industrial safety.

Excellent coordination and communication skills are needed to effectively negotiate and appropriately influence the safety behavior of individual lab workers, group leaders, and research lab groups towards better procedures for best management practices. This position involves multiple tasks and requires the ability to prioritize work, manage time effectively, and identify opportunities to work as efficiently as possible.

Occupational Safety Specialist II (pay grade 9) Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience

Occupational Safety Specialist III (pay grade 10) Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Appointment Type:Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:PS810

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) List of Professional ReferencesIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date: May 17, 2024

Posting Close Date:June 2, 2024

Job Requisition Number:R14734

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 3410 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu .

If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.