Environment Health & Safety Specialist - Davis, CA,

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Environment Health & Safety Specialist – Davis, CA, Job

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) is seeking an Environment Health and Safety (EHS) / Risk Services (RSS) professional. This unit provides occupational safety, environmental compliance, and risk management activities to ANR academics, staff, volunteers, and program participants. The Director of RSS reports to the Director of Facilities Planning and Management, with reporting up to the ANR Associate Vice President for Administrative Services.

This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed. The home department is EH&S / Risk Services. The position is normally based in Davis, CA and is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements for applicants living in California; such arrangements are subject to change by the University.

Pay Scale: $26.82/hour to $36.49/hour

Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 09/05/2025.

• 40% Safety Program Support. Under supervision, performs entry-level duties in the fields of laboratory safety, exposure mitigation, pest management, environmental health (sanitation), occupational safety (e.g., ergonomics and injury prevention), environmental protection, radiation safety, hazardous materials use and exposure mitigation, and hazardous waste management (may include shipping).
• 25% Site Safety Inspections. Completes and assists with inspections of ANR facilities to ensure compliance with regulations, policies, procedures. Prepares inspection summary reports and assists with implementation of corrective actions.
• 10% Safety Program Development. Supports other EHS professionals and ANR employees in the development and/or implementation of EHS programs, systems and procedures.
• 10% Industrial Hygiene. Performs basic sample collection and/or monitoring activities.
• 10% Training. Assists with providing training in the areas of Occupational Safety, Environmental Programs, Laboratory safety.
• 5% Emergency Response. Assists staff with response activities during emergencies, and with recovery activities following emergencies.

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of EHS field(s) and related state and federal laws and regulations.
• Organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Skill in following basic instructions and providing input and feedback as required.
• Basic knowledge and experience to appropriately use technology and relevant scientific equipment as required.

• Advanced degree in related field/discipline.
• Effective written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Developed public speaking skills.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).

• Must possess a valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed; proof of liability insurance on the vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies.
• The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR hires people with conviction histories and reviews information in the context of the job responsibilities.
• As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) is strictly prohibited.
• Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during employment. Ensures sensitive information is shared on a limited basis and safeguarded in accordance with laws, policies, and data privacy requirements.

To apply, please visit the official UC ANR Careers site and search for Job .