Establish and oversee management of universal waste, electronic waste and associated waste storage areas and shipments.
Keep universal waste management plan current with most recent State regulations.
Develop and conduct Universal Waste training for personnel involved in handling universal waste materials.
Maintain inspection program for Universal Waste Storage Areas.
Manage contract for the transport and disposal of biomedical waste from University facilities.
Develop and conduct training for UNE employees for the proper packaging, handling and emergency protocols for biomedical waste.
Perform annual review and update, if necessary, of the UNE Exposure Control Plan, which addresses the biomedical waste generated at the University.
Implement a chemical purchasing and inventory program to comply with inventory requirements of the National Fire Protection Association, Maine Dept. of Environmental Protection and the Local Emergency Planning Committee.
Maintain current database of all chemicals stored, used and disposed on the Biddeford and Portland campuses.
Administer Chemical Inventory Management Software and train new system users.
Assist in developing hazardous waste minimization goals and objectives and take lead in implementation of them.
Keep a record of hazardous waste generated by departments and summarize on a semi-annual basis for purposes of hazardous waste minimization planning.
Provide assistance to hazardous waste generators in identifying ways to eliminate or reduce waste.
Conduct training programs for employees to meet awareness of function-specific work hazards and safety training requirements.
Manage Surplus Materials storage, re-distribution, and/or disposal including identification of most beneficial use and/or destinations.
Manage, in conjunction with Facilities Management, the University-wide recycling program. This recycling program is expected to be continually improved upon wherever economically and logistically feasible. It currently includes office paper, cardboard, batteries, redeemable bottles and cans.
Work with students and student organizations as well as faculty organizations to maintain and improve the University-wide recycling program in residence halls and academic spaces.
Provide support and coordinate activities of Environmental Management System Development Committee (titled UNE School-wide Environmental Awareness System).
Coordinate and/or chair meetings, take minutes, document progress.
Maintain an organized system for accessing manifests, waste profiles and Land Disposal Restriction forms, certificates of recycling and other required documents.
Complete timely annual reports for the Maine Department of Environmental Protection: Tier II reports, due annually in March, record annual hazardous waste shipments. Toxic Use Reduction Reports, due July of even years, record the amount of hazardous waste reduction the University has achieved.
Develop quarterly or periodic audit reports as well as cost-benefit analysis, timelines, metrics reports, justification for budget items, etc.
Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in biological/chemical science, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired.
Additional training regarding hazardous waste management and laboratory chemical storage is preferred.
Must be knowledgeable in the areas of laboratory safety, safe storage of chemicals and inspection procedures.
Must be able to lift 5 to 10 pounds in order to conduct inventories and transport chemicals.
Must be able to provide support in various buildings on both the Biddeford and Portland campuses.
Valid Maine driver’s license.
Experience with relational database management and/or chemical inventory management software is preferable.
Benefits
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an eight percent match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time; and educational benefits.
Notes
Position Type: Professional Staff
Faculty Track: missing
Employment Status: Full Time
Months: 12
Campus: Biddeford, ME
Open Until Filled: Yes
Posting Number: 2022PS0411P
COVID Vaccination Statement: Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
In coordination with the Academic and Student Affairs teams as well as the Dean’s office, this position will carry out all assigned daily administrative and operational duties related to supporting faculty and students, programs and services, and other key administrative functions that promote the College’s academic mission in a student-centered environment.
Provides a high level of administrative, communication, and organizational support
Prepares courses within the Learning Management System for each term and maintains them throughout the semester
Uploads and enters information into Learning Management System and other appropriate software programs
Reviews and edits lecture capture files
Builds and deploys electronic assessments and generates performance reports
Provides support for students requiring accommodations (proctoring)
Assists with gathering information for electronic textbook order annually and maintains textbook lists for each class
Trains students and faculty on academic software systems
Prepares and organizes data in reports; assists with data collection and maintains databases and spreadsheets
Assists with maintaining academic and course calendars and schedules
Confers regularly with the Academic Affairs team
Serves as a resource for faculty who need assistance with classroom technology
Assists with monitoring compliance with academic-related policies and procedures
Ensures that the University’s intellectual property guidelines are followed
Prepares reports, takes minutes, tracks actions and recommendations, and provides other support for CDM Committees as assigned
Collects and maintains paper and electronic documentation and disseminates information as necessary
Implements and maintain records consistent with records retention policies and FERPA
Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information
Assists with on-boarding of new faculty and staff and new student orientation
Responds quickly to faculty or student concerns
Participates in the accreditation process and site visits
Maintains current knowledge of University policies and procedures
Maintains regular attendance and reliability
Assists with new college programs, services, and initiatives, as necessary
Performs other duties, as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in any field and 1 to 3 years of relevant administrative experience in higher education or similar medical/dental organizational environment or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired
Knowledge of and experience working with a Learning Management Systems is preferred.
Strong computer skills and extensive knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Google Docs and other programs such as Brightspace, Examsoft, CoursEval, VitalSource, and Ad Astra.
Experience in academic affairs or educational support is preferred
Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn new software systems
Excellent oral, written, reading, and spelling/grammar skills
Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong planning, administrative, and organizational skills
Ability to build strong professional relationships and problem solve in team-based environment
Demonstrated effective interpersonal communication skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively in a diverse community
General understanding of higher education organizational structure and administrative operations
In addition, the individual must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities
Benefits
As a full-time, entry level hourly employee of UNE CDM, you will have access to an outstanding benefit package that includes health and dental coverage, generous holiday schedule and PTO, retirement match, select position-related continuing education and development, and reduced college tuition for yourself, spouse/partner, and your dependents. A full list of benefits can be found here (Benefits | University of New England in Maine).
Notes
Position Type: Professional Staff
Faculty Track: missing
Employment Status: Full Time
Months: 12
Campus: Portland, ME
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings.
EEO Statement Summary: Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement: Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.
TeleSANE project activities will include, but not be limited to in-service education and training, equipment orientation for new SITs and preceptors, 6 hours of education for non-SITs and hospital staff; review and revision of policies and procedures as needed in collaboration with site nursing staff.
Works with ANE SANE team to develop policies and procedures for the TeleSANE Pilot project.
Participates in preceptor training.
Maintains collaborative relationships with site stakeholders.
Provides training and technical assistance for site nursing staff, SITs, TeleSANE preceptors.
Provides case review with preceptors and SITs/nursing staff as needed.
Regularly attends SANE weekly meetings, and SAFE Program Advisory Board meetings.
Maintains statistical data including evaluations from patients, SITs and preceptors.
Works collaboratively with community stakeholders when appropriate.
Fosters a collaborative, working relationship with the local sexual assault support center advocates who respond to hospital calls.
Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Current Maine license to practice as a Registered Nurse or APRN in good standing.
State-credentialed Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner with a minimum of 3 years current experience as a practicing forensic nurse.
Experience with adult instruction and public speaking.
Familiarity with policy and procedure development.
Familiarity with state and federal laws affecting sexual assault/abuse crimes.
Familiarity with forensics as it pertains to the sexual assault patient, medical/forensic terminology, nursing advocacy with sexual assault patients, trauma-informed and patient-centered care, and local advocacy resources.
Ability to work on a team, communicate clearly, and support SITs/nurses who are learning the specialty.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Benefits
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.
The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits.
Notes
Position Type: Professional Staff
Faculty Track: missing
Employment Status: Half Time
Months: 12
Campus: Remote
Open Until Filled: Yes
EEO Statement: Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement: Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.