Here is an opportunity to work in beautiful Ithaca, NY !!

Interested applicants must apply online at the Jobs at Corn ell web site:

https://ww w.hr.cornell.edu/jobs/positions.html

Select the "Staf f (non-academic) and Librarian" link and search for job number 15520.

-Jerry

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Jerry Go rdon

Research Safety Programs Manager

Cornell University

Departmen t of Environmental Health & Safety

395 Pine Tree Road, Suite 210

Ithaca, NY 14850

(607) 255-3314

fax (607) 255-8267

http://www.ehs .cornell.edu

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Requisition ID 15520- Radiation Safety Officer

https://www.hr.cornell.edu/jobs/positions .html

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Description

The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) is responsible for the effectiv e and efficient management of radiation safety programs for the Ithaca camp us and outlying facilities, except for the Weill Medical College & Qata r. The primary function of the RSO is to provide leadership and expertise i n the administration and maintenance of such programs in order to prevent a nd reduce the incidence and severity of disease and injuries associated wit h the possession and use of radioisotopes and radiation producing equipment in scientific research and education and to assist the Cornell community i n achieving compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, guidel ines and best practices. S/he will develop, implement and manage policies, procedures and programs that promote a safe, responsible, healthful and com pliant work environmental for all faculty, staff and students.  S/he w ill provide service, technical support and compliance guidance to the Unive rsity and act as a liaison with the University and external agencies.  The RSO will implement methods for assessing if individuals using radiatio n sources are meeting goals for safety and compliance. All programs under t he RSO's management must be in a sustainable state of “in-control and capable” functionality.

The RSO will have responsibilities that oversee, manag e, and monitor the implementation of programs, procedures, and policies tha t assure compliance, including these major areas:

    * Ionizing and non- ionizing safety

    * Radiation safety training programs

    * Rad inspections (NYSDOH)

    * Applicable parts of Hazard Assessmen t Signage Program (HASP)

    * Support technical resolution for renov ation and projects related to ionizing and non-ionizing working areas< /o:p>

    * Radiation Safety Officer

    * Laser Safety Officer

    * NIR Safety Officer

    * Secretary for Radiation Safety Committee

    * Permit holder

    * Primary interface for government agenc ies (including DOH, DHS, NRC, OSHA, DEC, etc.) and other departments and or ganizations within Cornell

The incumbent must support university sustainability goals a nd priorities and incorporate them into the areas for which he/she and the colleagues that report to this position are responsible. The incumbent must effectively work with a variety of diverse staff, faculty, and students. H e/she must also seek to understand the university's diversity priorities an d goals as well as understand that broad perspectives lead to more effectiv e decision-making and incorporate these into their work, and must contribut e to a respectful working environment.

Ours is a values based organization where all e mployees are accountable for supporting the organization's values of colleg iality, integrity, initiative, excellence, civility, and stewardship. Will supervise radiation safety staff, which includes participating in and/or le ading performance evaluation including dialogues, assessments, etc., as wel l as performance management and staff development. The incumbent must suppo rt university sustainability goals.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in fields of radiation safety, industrial hygiene, environmental or closely related field with 3- 5 years related working experience.

Ability to be designated as RSO by NY Dept. of H ealth.

De monstrated supervisory experience.

Experienced in the use of Microsoft Suite product s, at a minimum, Word, Excel and Power Point.

Excellent and demonstrated communicati on skills, both written and oral.

Proven track record of completing work on time and within budget.

Ability to work in a diverse academic culture.

EHS management systems exper ience.

Ex perience working directly external agencies.

Strong working knowledge of applicable regulations (NRC, DOH, EPA, OSHA, NFPA, DEC, etc.)

Ability to pass a background che ck as required by Cornell.

Must have and maintain a valid NYS Driver's license.

Ability to pa ss a Pre-employment physical for the use of respiratory protection equipmen t and for hazardous materials emergency responder work.

Schedule - Full-time

Job Type - Standar d

Over time Status - Exempt

Contact Name - Tammy Dunlop

Target Closing Date - Ongoing

Number of Openings - 1

University Job Title - Environmental Health Specialist II

Level - G

Sector* -Endowed