Job Summary and Responsibilities/Duties

For best consideration, please submit application materials by September 22, 2024.

* The salary range listed above reflects the 2023-2024 Classified Employee Association pay rates. The salary range will be updated pending ratification of the successor Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Job Summary
Coordinates and advises on safety, environmental, and occupational health related activities and applicable policies and procedures of Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) and it related business units, in accordance with federal, state and local rules and regulations, and provides administrative assistance on risk related activities. Performs environmental monitoring and surveillance activities and identifies and integrates green practices when opportunities are found. Coordinates and provides compliance training, maintains records, and processes environmental, health, and safety (EHS) claims.

Essential Duties

Assists with the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and standards for effective practices mandated by federal, state, and local laws and agencies. Recommends changes to enhance program effectiveness.
Reviews MHCC environment and working practices to identify and mitigate hazards. Develop and implement loss prevention strategies.
Coordinates and oversees the MHCC Employee and Van Driver Programs, including reviewing applications and driving records, administering written driving tests, issuing MHCC driving cards, and maintaining database. Develops and distributes educational and informational materials to inform campus of programs.
Coordinates and completes EHS and Risk related surveys and jurisdictional mandated reporting.
Evaluates, maintains, and calibrates safety equipment and devices to specified intervals as required by law and manufactures instructions for use (IFUs).
Maintains Safety Data Sheet (SDS) inventory and database, and assists departments with their inventory.
Inventories hazardous materials and completes annual Fire Marshal Survey of Hazardous Substances.
Ensures proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Submits monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required by regulatory agencies. Responds to regulatory agency/insurance inspections and directives; responds to hazardous materials emergency responses.
Performs annual asbestos inspection, and provides related education and support to appropriately maintain a functional and compliant Asbestos Management Program.
Administers SafeColleges programs. Coordinates internal subscriptions and related maintenance, delivery, and compliance.
Maintains strong customer service relationships with students, college employees, community members, and other district-wide constituencies. Provides excellent customer service by treating customers with courtesy and respect, showing concern for their needs, and investigating and resolving requests and concerns. Ensures a welcoming, supportive, and respectful work environment.

Additional Duties

Provides support for incident response and accident investigation. Performs root cause, contributing systems, and gap analysis based on needs. Makes timely decisions about unsafe actions and conditions. Coordinates medical transport as needed. Generates reports on preventing reoccurrence, corrective action, and implementation of action items. Maintains accident records and associated statistics. Communicates with insurance carriers and medical facilities to allow for a timely close.
Performs accident and injury prevention activities such as safety inspection, ergonomic evaluations, behavioral based safety programs, safety suggestions, and follow up.
May serve on various committees and attend events as assigned.
Must be available on an on-call basis for scheduled events, Incident Command Team, Safety Officer, and other related duties during off-hours to assist with emergency management.
Participates in command or general staff level Incident Command System positions as assigned by acting incident commander and completes training applicable for maintaining the various role assigned.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associates degree in environmental, sustainability, health and safety program, risk management, safety engineering, biological or physical science, or closely related field

Experience/Training:

Minimum (2) years of experience in environmental health and safety and/or risk or other related experience.
Experience working with the diverse backgrounds of the College's community, students and employees and demonstrated commitment to promoting access and diversity
Current driver's license, insurance, access to reliable automobile during work hours for transportation to off-campus sites, and the ability to be insured by the College insurance carrier. Must have at least three (3) years of driving history.

Additional qualifying experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.

Additional Requirements
Must obtain within 180 days of hire:

40-hour HAZWOPER certification
Certified Asbestos Inspector

Preferred Qualifications

40-hour HAZWOPER certification
Certified Asbestos Inspector
IPM Coordinator Certification
OSHA 30 Training
Certified Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Safety Professional (CSP)

Additional Qualifications and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of general chemistry, organic chemistry, hazardous materials and toxicology
Project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate needs and make decisions
Ability to build and sustain collaborative, productive, and respectful working relationships, both internally and externally
Ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Computer proficiency (preferably in Microsoft Windows environment) to effectively communicate, gather data and generate reports

Working Conditions and Important Information

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is typically performed in a normal office environment. Exposure to indoor and outdoor elements including noise, chemicals, etc. Position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, climbing stairs and ladders, walking, sitting for extended periods. Works assigned schedule, and exhibits regular and predictable attendance. As necessary to meet workload demands, works outside of typical schedule including evening/weekend hours. Work may require travel to off-campus locations.

Salary:
Initial salary placement will be based on years of relevant full-time equivalent experience at the sole discretion of the College, per the guidelines in the applicable Handbook or Collective Bargaining Agreement. Please include all relevant full and part-time experience in your application that you want the College to review towards potential placement. Hired employees will not have an opportunity to update past experience or appeal initial placement after the time of hire.

Important Information:
MHCC only accepts applications through our online application system at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mhcc/default.cfm. For technical assistance, please call 855-524-5627.

Please note: We do not request or read letters of recommendation. Also, it is not necessary to upload a large number of documents with your materials. We are looking for the required documents and perhaps one or two additional documents of your choosing (optional). Faculty applications require a current resume, cover letter and official transcripts (copies are fine for application purposes) and/or any required certificates or licenses.

Please note: this is initially a self-screening system. We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them. Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position. Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.

Position subject to budget consideration and approval.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

MHCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

If you are seeking this preference, appropriate documentation must be provided at the time of application. You may submit an electronic copy in the document upload area of the application in the section marked "veterans' preference document," or fax to 503-491-7257 or mail to Human Resources, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR 97030. If you do not have your documentation, you may request it through your Veterans' Administration Office.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

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