To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous decisions and improvements to the College Learning Environment.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: 

Successful candidate will assist with Federal, State, and local regulatory compliance by helping with environmental initiatives and risk reduction for Kirkwood’s main and outlying campuses. 

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence 

• Serve Kirkwood’s environmental efforts by being familiar with and following environmental compliance regulations (including but not limited to waste compliance, air emission compliance, spill response)
• Work with internal stakeholders and external partners to assist with compliance efforts
• Maintain accurate records related to waste inventories, inspections, hazardous waste shipments, air emissions, and other record retention requirements
• Assist with organization of lab packs and other waste disposals
• Conduct inventories of hazardous wastes and hazardous materials
• Conduct inspections of areas where hazardous waste is stored
• Use the CampusOptics software for compliance and risk reduction
• Perform other related work duties as assigned

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Be knowledgeable of and assist with Federal, State, and local environmental compliance
• Requires organizational skills, good communication skills, and attention to detail
• Work and communicate effectively with individuals in a professional, respectful manner
• Self-motivated 
• Spill response
• Become HAZWOPER certified within 6 months of hire
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences. 

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Position involves a combination of working in an office setting and light to medium work. Position involves exerting up to 10-50 pounds of force occasionally (10-33%).  Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.  Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work.    Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing. Position may require the use of a various respiratory protection devices, incumbent will be required to obtain a medical clearance and subsequent fit test for respiratory protection. 

• Associate’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, or related field; or education/experience combination equivalent 
• Understanding of chemical safety 
• Ability to understand and apply Federal, State, and local environmental regulations 
• Good interpersonal relationship and communication skills with all levels of campus personnel (management, peers, etc.)
• Proficiency in various office and spreadsheet software including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ability to learn other software programs
• Valid Driver License with a good driving record and ability to be covered through the College’s insurance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

• Experience working in higher education
• Working knowledge of hazardous wastes, air pollutants, and other hazardous materials
• Experience in handling hazardous materials and wastes
• Experience in understanding processes that can produce hazardous air pollutants and hazardous wastes
• Familiarity with EPA, DOT, and OSHA regulations
• Experience in data entry 

EEO AA/STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
 
WHY KIRKWOOD:
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.
 
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.