Hazardous Materials Specialist

EHS SPEC 4 (000358)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_2563

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

4/24/2025 9:06:57 PM

Date Last Edited:

4/24/2025 9:06:55 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

5000O

Organization:

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE CHANCELLOR

Division Code:

5901D

Division:

ADMINISTRATION

Department:

340100 - ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_2563

Position Description ID

232221

UC Payroll Title:

EHS SPEC 4 (000358)

Business Title:

Hazardous Materials Specialist

Personnel Program

Management and Senior Professional (MSP)

Salary Grade:

Grade 24

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40061967

Reports to Payroll Title:

Assistant Vice Chancellor

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40061967

Department Head Payroll Title:

Assistant Vice Chancellor

DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limits of established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor, and close collaboration to the Campus Fire Marshal, the Hazardous Materials Specialist is responsible for promoting and ensuring fire and life safety through inspection, education and enforcement.  The incumbent will assist with classification of hazardous chemicals and serve as a technical reference in enforcing the California Fire Code regulations pertaining to hazardous chemical use, storage and disposal.  This position will perform plan review and inspection services in new and existing buildings related to hazardous materials and fire and life safety. The incumbent will also integrate building occupancy data into the campus Chemical Inventory System (CIS) in order to fully develop the tracking/reporting capabilities of that system.

UCLA Environment, Health & Safety's mission is to encourage and promote a strong safety culture that practices sound health, safety, and environmental stewardship. This is accomplished through engaging and informing the UCLA Campus and Community by providing collaborative, proactive, and responsive safety and compliance expertise, through the various divisions within EH&S: Fire & Life Safety, Emergency Management, Research Safety, Information Technology, Administration, and Environmental, Occupations & Safety Programs.

Our Mission

Encourage and promote a strong safety culture that practices sound health, safety and environmental stewardship.

Our Vision

Engage and inform the UCLA Campus and Community by providing collaborative, proactive and responsive safety and compliance expertise.

Our Divisions

UCLA Fire

Emergency Management

Research Safety

Information Technology

Administrative

Environmental, Occupational and Safety Programs

Hazardous Material Management

Develop and implement a Fire Prevention Hazardous Materials Inspection Program. Ensure ongoing compliance with California Building Code and California Fire Code, and other applicable regulations for the proper storage, use and handling of hazardous materials. Organize, schedule, and conduct inspections of existing facilities for compliance with hazardous materials regulations - interacting with department, laboratory, and shop personnel. Adapt to the needs of each department.

45%

Investigate & Reconcile Hazardous Material

Investigate and resolve complaints regarding hazardous materials storage, handling and use. Review Hazardous Materials Inventory Statements (HMIS) and hazardous materials classification of facilities and respective control areas. Provide training to faculty, students and staff on Control Areas" and "Maximum Allowable Quantities" concepts to ensure their facilities and operations are code compliant. Review building and other plans for facilities using or storing hazardous materials. Inspect new construction for facilities using and storing hazardous materials.

45%

Hazardous Material Response

Respond to hazardous materials incidents to support the emergency responders and the campus Hazardous Materials Response Team, if required. May act as Fire Marshal or Assistant Fire Marshal as assigned; and perform other related duties as required. Assists with special events and other fire prevention assignments as necessary.

10%

•

Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

•

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Toxicology or other approved related field

Required

Or

Master's Degree

Advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Toxicology

Preferred

5 years

In plan review, code enforcement and inspection of facilities containing hazardous materials.

Preferred

Demonstrated expertise and understanding with hazardous material utilized in a research environment.

Preferred

Thorough knowledge/understanding of fire and life safety principles and familiarity with all EH&S fields.

Required

Demonstrated working knowledge of: California Code of Regulations, Title 19, and Title 24, Parts 1-9; National Fire Codes (published by the National Fire Protection Association).

Required

Advanced skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards, guidelines and, as appropriate, recommend campus policy.

Required

Advanced skill to effectively represent the campus to state and federal authorities, and community groups.

Preferred

Experience responding to or handling hazardous materials emergencies.

Required

Experience as a Federal, State or local agency fire or hazardous materials inspector.

Required

Registered professional engineers or Certified Industrial Hygienists.

Preferred

Must successfully complete the California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector 2B course and the Statutes and Regulations.

Within 12 months of hire

Required

Must obtain 40-hour Hazwoper certification

Within 12 months of hire

Required

Will be required to obtain and maintain any other licenses(s) and or certification(s) that may be required by future regulation by Federal, State, local and/or industry requirements

Required

Knowledge of the principles and practices in laboratories conducting biology, chemistry, physics, nanotechnologies, microelectronic researches, etc. to ensure proper handling and storage of hazardous materials

Required

Knowledge of hazardous materials utilized in a research environment

Required

Knowledge of hazardous materials management, including its scientific background, technology, principles, methods, investigative techniques and problems.

Required

Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills, including advanced political acumen and skill to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies in a highly political environment.

Required

Skills to appropriately use technology and relevant scientific equipment.

Required

Advanced skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards, guidelines and, as appropriate, recommend campus policy.

Preferred

Advanced skill to effectively represent the campus to state and federal authorities, and community groups.

Preferred

Must be able to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present. Will wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus as required to perform inspections and investigations.

Required

Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

Color Vision Testing

Must be able to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials and/or infectious diseases are present.

Required

Will wear protective clothing and breathing apparatus as required to perform inspections and investigations.

Required

Participate in required preventative medical monitoring programs which may include blood tests, immunizations, TB screening, Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogen training, etc.

Required

Work flexible hours that include days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Required

Occasionally, work unscheduled overtime.

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Strathmore Building

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical Skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 1: Position in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, potential spills, and splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every employee in this position.