Campus Health Programs Manager (On-site) Job Listing at University of California in Merced, CA (Job ID 64966)

Description

Hiring Range

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $67,800 - $122,800.  The budgeted salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $83,688/yr.

Job Closing Date

Initial applicant review will begin on or around February 27, 2024. Posting will remain open until filled.

Remote/Hybrid eligibility: This position is fully on-site. 

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

The Merced 2020 Project, a $1.3 billion public-private partnership unprecedented in higher education and completed in 2020, nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. UC Merced also operates the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

The university's mission of educational excellence and rigorous inquiry is powered by three schools and numerous research institutes and centers that seek scientific and social solutions for the Valley, California and the world. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced is preparing the way for a rigorous medical education program.

The course of UC Merced's evolution is piloted by a long-range strategic plan. Enacted in 2021, the 10-year blueprint is guiding how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway to earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted in each campus unit.

About the Job

Reporting to the University of California, Merced Director of Environmental Health, and Safety, the EHS Spec 3 position serves as the lead environmental safety and health professional in campus Housing and Dining and as the campus authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) for food, pools, and potable water safety.. Work is reviewed upon completion by the EH&S Director to ensure predetermined compliance and support objectives are adequately met and that the application of professional/technical judgment is sound. This position shall demonstrates sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Provides regulatory interpretation and technical advice.  Decision-making is based upon established procedures; relevant laws, regulations, campus policy, professional best practices, relevant health science means and methods as well as the impact on other EH&S programs and senior management approvals as required (Chancellor, VC Student Affairs, federal, state, and local agencies including the Merced County Department of Public Health).  Decisions can and will impact individual work, other EH&S programs, other campus departments and segments of campus (e.g., dining facilities, Athletics, potable water storage and distribution to name a few).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Inspects, investigates incidents and complaints, and invokes corrective action as needed:

• Investigates and identifies health and safety hazards associated with food, pool, and portable water sanitation programs at the UCM and, audits, and reports compliance status for program elements and establishes and coordinates preventive and corrective measures with appropriate departments
• Routinely inspects all campus food facilities, mobile food facilities vendors, caterers, campus social events where food will be served, and the UCM campus child care center for compliance with sanitation regulations
• Conducts epidemiological investigations, as required, including communicable and food-borne illnesses. Develops effective methods for gathering information involving epidemiological issues.
• In partnership with department management, serves to address potential human resource concerns, responds sensitively and with discretion to occupants' health concerns.
• Determines appropriate assessment methods based on occupant interviews, knowledge of campus building systems, and on-site observations
• As needed, organize a committee/workgroup stakeholders to help guide/steer the development of processes to implement /enforcement of code, law, to ensure continuity of critical operations.
• Discusses findings, as appropriate, with concerned building occupants in a group forum.

Conducts sampling and/or monitoring related to fields of responsibility:

• Provides consultation, investigation, oversight, sampling and subsequent laboratory analysis of water quality within the campus potable water system, evaluates and reports findings and subsequently develops (as necessary) and implements operational procedures to ensure that campus potable water meets all regulatory requirements for safe drinking water standards.
• Conducts dining facility food and workplace health and safety compliance assessments including compliance with food safety regulatory requirements in preparation, serving and storing food in UCM fixed and mobile food facilities as well as monitoring ventilation systems (for proper airflow, air filtration efficiency, temperature, and humidity) for adequate intake and exhaust and air pressure balance.
• Conducts periodic field evaluations to determine workplace health and safety compliance.
• Routinely monitors campus swimming pools for compliance and support of the facility as well as evaluates and reports audit findings along with implementing any necessary operational control procedures to provide the UCM Athletics Department compliance direction and support to ensure facility safety and compliance.
• As the Campus Sanitarian, independently manages the Campus Sanitation Program, i.e., a program to provide a clean and sanitary environment for the handling of food products.
• Manages the process whereby campus entities provide operational support in compliance with and preventive and corrective actions in response to compliance upsets in managing the campus-wide food, pool and potable water storage and distribution safety programs, which includes investigative and proactive elements.

Performs outreach and communication to campus, as needed, which includes:

• Establishes and maintains working relationships with departmental liaisons in support of campus and departmental safety committees, in order to report, review and resolve health and safety non-compliance.
• Interfaces with campus departments to provide compliance support and to enhance and increase departmental knowledge and understanding of the regulatory obligation and health and safety importance of sanitation program safety for fixed and mobile facilities.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Occupational Health or related area.
• Advanced degree Biology, Microbiology, or a closely related science. (Preferred)
• 3 years of related experience or 7 years of equivalent education/experience.
• Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) Registration with the State of CA (in good standing).

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Thorough knowledge/understanding of specific EH&S field(s), including related laws and regulations, and general knowledge/understanding of all EH&S fields. Thorough knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards and guidelines.
• Ability to work in an environment that requires strong communications skills, education/training, interaction and collaboration for operational continuity. 
• Interdisciplinary understanding of the physiochemical, biological, and medical sciences and their practical application to sanitation issues and public health programs.
• Knowledge about public health interventions that protect community or workplace populations from unhealthful exposures to hazardous materials, infectious diseases, and physical and general safety hazards.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret technical regulations and guidelines governing sanitation.

Background Check

Background check will be required.

Policy Statement

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.  

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.  All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline.  For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment. 

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace.  Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an  Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland  Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

Employee Referral Program

This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:

 

Step 5 of 7       Referrals                         

How did you hear about the job? (select) “other”

Additional information? (select) “other”

Specific Referral Source? (write in) first and last name of referring employee 

Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility. 

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