Safety Manager and Facilities Coordinator

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis is seeking a Safety Manager and Facilities Coordinator to lead environmental, health and safety programs for CAHFS across four statewide locations, supervising safety policies and audits, and coordinating facilities operations for the Davis laboratory.

The role demands extensive biosafety expertise (BSL-3), strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to act as on-site incident commander and liaison with agencies.

Qualifications

• Valid California driver's license and driving record per local policies/procedures.
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology, public health or a related field.
• Professional experience in managing programs for and training employees on health and safety, injury and illness prevention, laboratory safety, hazardous materials and waste management, and emergency action plans.
• Experience in risk management; conducting, coordinating, and reporting accident investigations and internal audits; implementing preventative actions.
• Knowledge of and experience with regulatory compliance.
• Experience in facilities operations and maintenance management.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state, local and UC health, safety and environmental regulations for occupational safety and infrastructure in a diagnostic lab.
• Advanced knowledge of biosafety and containment principles for BSL2/BSL3 and waste regulations.
• Strong analytical, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Safety Manager across CAHFS systemwide.
• 30% - RO/Registration Manager for Select Agent Program and High-Containment (BSL-3) Lab management.
• 20% - Facilities oversight and Davis lab management and backup for Davis Facilities Manager.
• Special requirements: employment contingent upon criminal background check and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology, public health or a related field

Equivalent experience and training in biosafety or a related safety field

Job description

UC Davis

Safety Manager and Facilities Coordinator

Salary or Pay Range: $97,500/annually - $182,700/annually – Please note: This position is subject to a departmental budgeted salary range of: $97,500/yr. - $140,100/yr.; commensurate with education and relevant work experience.

With a high degree of autonomy, serves as CAHFS Systemwide Safety Manager, Select Agent Program Responsible Official (RO), High Containment (BSL-3) Laboratory Manager, and Facilities Coordinator. Develop, implement, and monitor environmental, health and safety policies and programs for CAHFS four statewide locations for approx. 200 employees, working closely with Branch Chiefs, Section Leaders and Safety Committee representatives to ensure compliance with federal, state, county, and University regulations. Conduct regular on-site trainings and audits and remediate findings. Oversee system-wide facilities policy development and compliance and provide direct oversight of facilities management for the Davis laboratory and backup support for the Davis Facilities Manager, including building maintenance and repair, security systems, chemical and equipment management. Assume on-site command of emergency situations/direct emergency response activities as required and serve as primary or backup after-hours emergency contact and departmental liaison for Police, Fire, EH&S, county, state and federal agencies, and for environmental/equipment alarms.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program

Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology, public health or a related field and/or equivalent experience and training in biosafety or a related safety field.

Professional experience in managing programs for and training employees on health and safety, injury and illness prevention, laboratory safety, hazardous materials and waste management, and emergency action plans.

Experience in risk management; conducting, coordinating, and reporting accident investigations and internal audits; resolving safety-related problems and achieving corrective actions in a timely manner; and implementing preventative strategies.

Experience achieving regulatory compliance.

Experience in applying principles and practices of facilities operations and maintenance management.

Advanced technical knowledge and understanding of federal, state, local and University of California health and safety and environmental regulations which pertain to occupational safety and to the infrastructure, building systems and operational practices of a diagnostic laboratory.

Advanced technical knowledge of biosafety and containment principles concepts and practices pertaining to BSL2 and BSL3 facilities (BMBL 5th Ed) and chemical and biological waste regulations.

Advanced analytical skills to review, interpret, evaluate and implement necessary regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, technical documents and proposals, facility designs and fiscal requirements and excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and political acumen to communicate effectively in a diverse environment; prepare and deliver trainings; and write reports, instruction manuals, laboratory policies, protocols and informational memos.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certification as a Registered Biosafety Professional (RBP) or Certified Biological Safety Professional (CBSP) through the American Biological Safety Association (ABSA).

Master's degree in biology, microbiology, molecular biology, public health or a related field.

Knowledge of and experience working with CDC and USDA select agents and toxins regulations and requirements, and skills in monitoring and ensuring compliance with those requirements.

Experience working in a laboratory or hospital.

Knowledge of American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, ISO 17025 or similar regulations and standards for accreditation.

In depth understanding of facility systems such as HVAC, electrical, building automation/controls, boilers/chillers, environmental or life monitoring systems, and specialized laboratory equipment such as biosafety cabinets, autoclaves, and incinerators.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Safety Manager
• 30% - Select Agent Registration Manager/Responsible Official (RO)/High-Containment (BSL-3) Laboratory Manager
• 20% - Facilities Oversight and Management

Special Requirements

This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment