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Hazardous Materials Specialist - UW Safety Office

University of Wyoming
42500-52000
remote work
United States, Wyoming, Laramie
Jun 06, 2025
Hazardous Materials Specialist - UW Safety Office The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position! We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University's Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today! JOB TITLE: Hazardous Materials Specialist JOB PURPOSE: Organize and coordinate operational duties and assigned personnel daily for the Hazardous Waste Facility including pickup, transportation, storage, and inventory management of hazardous waste and radioactive waste materials; operate and maintain radioactive detection and sampling equipment. Conduct training for faculty, staff, and administration. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise/perform the collection, transportation, storage and disposal of hazardous or regulated materials. Supervise record keeping required to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Operate and maintain analytical electronic equipment and maintain records. Coordinate assigned operational activities for the Regulated Materials Management Center (RMMC); oversee cleaning and routine maintenance of equipment and work area. Recommend procedural changes and assist in development and maintenance of operational guidelines for standard operating procedures at the Regulated Materials Management Center (RMMC). Assist in emergency situations pertaining to hazardous materials. Participate in the correction of hazardous material exposure or contamination of facilities and/or personnel. Participate in monitoring or close-out of facilities, storage sites, and field experiments involving hazardous or regulated materials. Prepare hazardous materials packages for domestic and international shipping. Develop and conduct training dealing with hazardous materials shipping and regulated waste generation. SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS: Assist Safety Specialist(s), when necessary. Assist with implementation of operating plans for assigned area. COMPETENCIES: Delegating Responsibility Stress Tolerance Safety Awareness Developing Organizational Talent Integrity Attention to Detail REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a science related field Experience: 2 years work-related experience Required licensure, certification, registration, or other requirements: Must have a valid driver's license and be eligible to acquire the "Hazardous Materials" endorsement. Must have a valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding hazardous materials. Analytical electronic equipment and record-keeping Processes, operational guidelines, procedures and policies of the Hazardous Waste Facility (RMMC). Emergency procedures and policies regarding hazardous materials. Transport and disposal procedures for safe handling of hazardous chemicals and/or radioactive materials. Transport and disposal procedures for safe handling of toxic gases, infectious materials, asbestos, PCBs, and other hazardous substances. REQUIRED MATERIALS: Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 06/26/2025 will receive full consideration. HIRING STATEMENT: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu. ABOUT LARAMIE: The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university. Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/ Job Identification: 251332 Apply Before: Job Schedule: Full Time Locations: 751 N 19th St, Laramie, WY, 82071, US Posted Salary Range: 42500-52000 Schedule (Hours Per Week): 40 Travel: To apply, visit https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/251332/?lastSelectedFacet=TITLES&selectedTitlesFacet=Part-Time+Worker%253BFaculty%252FAcademic%253BClassified+Staff%253BAdministrative%252FExecutive Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. 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