Chemical Safety Hygiene Officer (part time/stipend)

Chemical Hygiene Safety Officer (CHSO)

Position Type: Part-Time / Stipend Position
Reports to: Director of Science
Location: District-Wide (Waltham High School Valor High School McDevitt Middle School Kennedy Middle School)
Time Commitment: Approx. 1 day per week or 24 days per month

Position Summary:

The Chemical Hygiene Safety Officer (CHSO) provides part-time support for safe chemical management and laboratory practices across the districts secondary schools. Working in collaboration with the Director of Science the CHSO helps implement the districts Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) conducts regular safety inspections manages the hazardous waste program and serves as a resource for science educators. The CHSO ensures ongoing compliance with applicable safety regulations and promotes a culture of safety through training communication and documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Chemical Hygiene Plan and Program Support

• Assist in maintaining and reviewing the districts Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) in alignment with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1450.
  
  
• Assist in enforcing CHP rules and recommending updates to improve safety protocols.
  
  
• Seek ways to improve the CHP and overall chemical safety programs.
  
  

Training and Support

• Assist in delivering lab safety and hazardous waste training for science staff.
  
  
• Serve as a resource to staff for safe chemical storage handling and PPE practices.
  
  
• Participate in quarterly department meetings to review safety updates and staff needs.
  
  

Inspections Audits and Incident Support

• Conduct monthly inspections/audits of lab spaces prep rooms and chemical storage areas.
  
  
• Summarize inspection findings and recommendations in written reports.
  
  
• Participate in lab accident reviews and maintain spill records.
  
  

Hazardous Materials and Waste Management

• Manage the districts hazardous waste program in collaboration with the Science Director and Facilities.
  
  
• Coordinate proper labeling storage and removal of hazardous waste materials.
  
  
• Maintain and update the districts hazardous materials chemical inventory.
  
  
• Review and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for all hazardous chemicals.
  
  

Advisory and Collaborative Duties

• Advise and counsel staff on best practices for chemical storage handling and disposal.
  
  
• Attend quarterly environmental safety meetings to stay informed on regulatory updates and district-wide efforts.
  
  
• Assist in producing an environmental health and safety newsletter to support ongoing staff awareness.
  
  
• Contribute to the development and content of a district science safety webpage.
  
  

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum of one semester of collegiate-level coursework and hands-on experience in a laboratory science or related field (e.g. chemistry biology environmental science or industrial hygiene).
  
  
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working with chemical safety or lab safety protocols within the last 6 years.
  
  

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in a related science or environmental field.
  
  
• Prior experience managing chemical inventories or hazardous waste in educational or laboratory settings.
  
  
• Completion of one of the following or willingness to complete within 3 months of hire:
  
  
• Laboratory Safety Institute (LSI) How to Be a More Effective Chemical Hygiene Officer training
  
  
• Certification through the National Registry of Certified Chemists (NRCC)
  
  

Stipend and Time Commitment:

• This is a stipend-based part-time position.
  
  
• Expected time commitment: Approx. 1 day per week or 24 days per month
  
  
• Schedule to be coordinated with the Director of Science based on school calendar and safety needs.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• Strong working knowledge of OSHAs Laboratory Standard GHS labeling and laboratory safety practices.
  
  
• Ability to communicate clearly with educators and administrators about risk mitigation and safety practices.
  
  
• Meticulous attention to documentation record-keeping and compliance.
  
  
• Proactive mindset with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority