Hazard Material Management Specialist I or II - Research Integrity Department, Office of Resear

Hazard Material Management Specialist I or II - Research Integrity Department, Office of Research and Innovation

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The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond.

UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine.

• Hazard Material Management Specialist I Salary Range: $46,000 - $48,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
• Hazard Material Management Specialist II Salary Range: $53,000 - $55,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
• Job Type: Full Time
• Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 1/23/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

• Resume is required.
• Cover letter is preferred.
• Contact information for three professional references.

The Hazard Material Management Specialist I provides knowledge and expertise in the chemical and biological waste programs within the UTSA programs and assists the institution with compliance in chemical, biological, radiological waste, or environmental protection programs.

The Hazard Material Management Specialist II provides advanced knowledge and expertise in the chemical and biological waste programs within the UTSA programs and coordinates institutional compliance in chemical safety, biological safety or environmental protection programs. This role is responsible for operational coordination and implementation of sectional/divisional hazardous waste policies and procedures and for the safe use and control of hazardous materials, environmental concerns, and waste control at all UTSA Campuses, and owned or operated facilities.

• Oversees the operational coordination and implementation of sectional/divisional hazardous waste policies and procedures for the safe use and control of hazardous materials, environmental concerns, and waste control at all UTSA campuses, and owned or operated facilities.
• Assists campus faculty and staff in compliance with institutional policies and programs for chemical, biological, and/or environmental protection safety to include the identification of potential safety and health hazards.
• Makes recommendations to management. Conducts evaluations of potentially hazardous areas and conditions and advises employees, students, and faculty on safe practices for potential hazards.
• Collects for processing, bulk packages and/or prepares for shipment hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive materials to include waste materials.
• Assists with ensuring all universal waste and recyclable materials are properly collected, stored, and transported as required.
• Assists with chemical inventory in laboratory setting. Works independently, collecting and logging in chemical information and working under potential hazardous environment wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Interacts with equipment and hazardous materials vendors, testing laboratories and contractors, environmental abatement, and remediation contractors, and/or disposal companies as required. Orders supplies, certifies and maintains safety equipment or assists UTSA personnel.
• Assists, as directed by supervisor, federal, state, and local officials charged with ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and environmental issues (i.e. – EAA, EPA,…