EH&S Offsite Facilities Compliance Specialist 3 - 138606

Applies professional knowledge or expertise in one or more specialty areas within EH&S and serves as lead person on one or more program(s) within a single discipline. Work is reviewed upon completion to ensure predetermined objectives are adequately met and that application of professional / technical judgment is sound. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Provides regulatory interpretation and technical advice. Decision-making is based on established procedures; relevant laws; regulations and organizational policy; professional best practices; relevant science methodology; impact on other EH&S programs, and senior management approvals as required. Decisions may impact individual work, other EH&S programs, other departments and / or segments of the organization.

Under the general guidance of the Environmental Affairs Manager, the incumbent is a key member of the team managing a comprehensive environmental program providing protection and stewardship of the environment at UC San Diego facilities. The incumbent coordinates a large indirect staff network across the UC San Diego organization. Duties include developing environmental policies and procedures; developing strategies and systems for compliance with environmental laws and regulations; preparing environmental permit applications and compliance plans; preparing environmental reports; collecting, analyzing and reporting environmental monitoring data; evaluating UC San Diego facilities for compliance; analyzing environmental impacts from UC San Diego projects and facilities; developing environmental compliance training for campus faculty and staff; responding to and cleaning-up hazardous material spills; and assisting university staff and contractors with environmental compliance and protection projects.

This position coordinates multiple elements of environmental compliance programs for UC San Diego Unified Program Facility Permit off-site facilities (e.g., Nimitz Marine Facility, Elliot Field Station, Trade Street, etc.) including managing facility reporting and permitting in CERS; tracking hazardous material inventories; evaluating hazardous materials storage and waste accumulation compliance; updating emergency response and training plans; and providing environmental compliance guidance and training to off-site facility staff. The incumbent serves as the UC San Diego liaison with CUPA for HMBP inspections at off-site facilities and supports compliance with hazardous materials management, storm water management, air pollution control management, and industrial wastewater/sanitary sewer management.

Environmental program areas include hazardous materials; hazardous waste; small quantity medical waste registration permitting and compliance; NPDES permit compliance (water quality, storm water, industrial wastewater, and sanitary sewer); air emissions; spill prevention, control, and countermeasures; and environmental releases.

• Thorough knowledge / understanding of specific EH&S field(s) including related laws and regulations; and general knowledge / understanding of all EH&S fields. Demonstrated thorough professional level knowledge and experience in environmental protection and compliance including but not limited to pollution prevention (air, water, soil); hazardous materials and waste management; water quality management; spill prevention, control, and countermeasures; hazardawareness/communication; environmental monitoring; and emergency response.

• Thorough knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards and guidelines. Demonstrated thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations concerning environmental compliance including but not limited to NPDES permits, storm water management, industrial waste discharge, sanitary sewer management, hazardous materials and waste management, air quality, and emergency response.

• Thorough written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen and skill to communicate effectively in a diverse environment. Excellent interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy, flexibility, and the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, regulators, external agencies/entities, and the general public.Demonstrated ability to deal effectively and respectfully with university employees and contractors. Demonstrated ability and experience to effectively communicate environmental protection principles and practices verbally and in writing. Demonstrated strong communication skills necessary to impart environmental protection information to a diverse campus community.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills to organize, prioritize and manage the successful completion of projects within time and budget constraints.

• Strong skill to appropriately use technology and relevant scientific equipment as required. Proven ability to perform environmental sample collection and monitoring and demonstrated thorough knowledge of field sampling techniquesand use of monitoring equipment. Understanding of personal protective equipment and limitations.

• Ability to be available on-call and return to campus on short notice as necessary during non-work hours for EHS related concerns / incidents. Knowledge and expertise in all subject areas across the EHS discipline. Thorough knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to execute incident management activities safely and effectively. Ability to analyze situations, evaluate the need for additional EHS resources and/or activation of the EHS response team, and assume responsibility for incident management. Ability to provide leadership during incident management until a transfer of responsibility takes place or the incident has been resolved. Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations specific to general safety, occupational health and safety, chemical safety, biosafety, radiation safety, fire /life safety, emergency management, and environmental protection.

• Extensive professional experience in environmental management. Demonstrated knowledge and experience creating strategies and solutions for environmental issues.

• Demonstrated ability to use computers for the purpose of data entry, data analysis, report preparation, training presentations, and preparing guidance material for education and outreach. Strong skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to create Excel worksheets to track and analyze environmental data.

• Demonstrated ability to research, organize, and write reports and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.

• Demonstrated experience preparing compliance-related training materials and education/outreach materials.

• Experience with using regulatory agency databases to submit data.

• Demonstrates competency and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

• DOJ/FBI background checks and DMV clearance required prior to hire.

• Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

• Serves as an EHS Duty Officer. Must be available on-call 2-4 times per year for one-week shifts to respond to UC San Diego in the event of an after-hours, weekend or holiday incident involving hazardous materials or request for services that are regularly provided by the EHS department. May be requested to respond back to campus throughout the year to respond to EHS related incidents and/or for services provided within the employee's subject area of expertise.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace