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We are seeking an **_Occupational Safety Officer_** who is primarily responsible for assisting the Associate Director of Occupational & Environmental Safety in the Department of Health, Safety, and Environment in the development and implementation of an occupational safety program for Johns Hopkins Institutions on the East Baltimore campus. This includes the Johns Hopkins Hospital (JHH), School of Medicine (SOM), School of Nursing (SON), Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH), and portions of the Johns Hopkins Health System (JHHS).

Essential Job Functions

+ Under the direction of the Associate Director, implements programs which will assure compliance with all safety, health and fire regulations required by Federal, State and City laws. Makes recommendations which will ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

+ Investigates incidents involving fire, unsafe conditions and/or occupational injury. Communicates with staff, faculty and management to correct physical or procedural deficiencies that may be causing accidents, injuries or regulatory non-compliance. Promptly generates a written report of the findings. Interfaces with Facilities departments and effected staff to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

+ Participates in the development and implementation of training programs in the area of occupational safety, evacuation and fire prevention for employees in all areas.

+ Accompanies representatives of government, insurance companies, and accrediting officials making safety, risk and fire inspections. Assists in tracking of annual fire department permits.

+ Reviews plans for new construction, renovation of existing facilities and building system outages to ensure that they are in compliance with safety and fire codes. Engages with engineering staff and management to resolve any problems.

+ Participates in the Respiratory Protection Program, assisting with respirator fit-testing. Performs PAPR filter changes, maintenance and distribution as needed.

+ Participates in the development of emergency plans for all areas. Updates unit specific life safety plans.

+ Assists in the development of fire drills, fire prevention manuals and other instructional tools that will aid in the control of fire hazards.

+ Assists industrial hygienists with annual chemical fume hood certifications.

+ Establishes and maintains effective relationships with other departments. Communicates and builds strong relationships at all levels.

+ Working knowledge of Windows and/or Apple operating systems, Microsoft Office products including – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and other programs as needed to effectively track deficiencies, analyze data, write reports, send email, develop and produce training materials.

+ Recognizes unsafe work conditions or work practices, recommends abatement measures, and reports unabated conditions to management.

+ Performs related duties as assigned.

Certification

+ CIH, CSP, RS and/or HEM a plus

Communication

+ Excellent communications skills are required for the ability to respectfully relate to all levels of personnel in a university, hospital, and academic research environment.

Decision Making

+ Organizes and prioritizes assignments to meet changing priorities.

+ Carries out duties with no or limited supervision.

Authority

+ In situation involving imminent danger to Johns Hopkins staff, patients, or visitors, can take immediate appropriate action after consultation with Associate Director or the Director of Occupational and Environmental Safety.

Relationships

+ Provides professional service to faculty, staff and management in regard to occupational safety (internal customers). Interacts respectfully with representatives of external agencies, outside vendors and other institutions.

Relationships

+ Provides professional service to faculty, staff and management in regard to occupational safety (internal customers). Interacts respectfully with representatives of external agencies, outside vendors and other institutions.

Physical Requirements

+ Must be capable of performing assigned duties wearing respiratory protection.

+ Must be able to be medically certified to wear respiratory protection.

+ Ability to see within normal parameters.

+ Ability to walk/stand for extended periods (>75% of work day).

+ Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance.

Minimum Qualifications

DID NOT PRE-POPULATE BUT SEE BELOW PER THE JOB DESCRITON:

+ A Bachelor's Degree from an approved college in industrial hygiene, occupational safety or related field; at least two years of progressive experience in safety engineering, occupational safety, and/or fire prevention; or a combination of education and experience as determined by the Associate Director of HSE.

Classified Title: Occupational Safety Officer

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Occupational Safety Officer

Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD

Starting Salary Range: $62,900 - $110,100 annually (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department name: Environmental Safety

Personnel area: University Administration

The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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