Associate Director Makerspace Safety at Northeastern University

About the OpportunityThis job description isintended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this isnot intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.Job Summary:We are seeking a full-time Associate Director of Makerspace Safety to join the team of a growing makerspace ecosystem at Northeastern University. This position which reports to the Executive Director Makerspace will serve as safety leader for Northeastern leading the way to develop new policies and procedures and provide oversight for safe use of all makerspaces on Northeasterns campuses. Successful candidates will have a deliberate approach to safety strong documentation skills and an interest in formulating and implementing innovative improvements to the campus makerspace candidates will also be self-motivated and highly driven to spearhead real change.The Global Makerspace Ecosystem:The Global Makerspace Ecosystem is a transdisciplinary teaching and learning innovation ecosystem intended to be a crossroads of creativity camaraderie and safety for every student staff and faculty member from all Northeastern University colleges. With a focus on internal and external outreach innovation and collaboration the makerspaces support the Northeastern community in producing everything from personal passion projects to new ventures and course assignments while fostering an experiential learning community that extends beyond the spaces themselves.The Global Makerspace Ecosystem is a highly visible and accessible resource for the Northeastern University community. The staff of the makerspaces are leading the charge on collaboration within Northeasterns networkincluding building out new infrastructure to improve student access to making spaces on Northeasterns campus.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMasters degree or equivalent work experience in occupational safety environmental health and safety engineering science design arts fabrication manufacturing technology or a related field is required.Teaching mentoring interpersonal presentation and written communication skills and ability to work with receive and implement feedback from a broad spectrum of people.3-7 years experience working as a safety or fabrication specialist with diverse groups of students faculty and staff in an academic environment.Demonstrated intellectual curiosity that goes beyond a primary field of studyDemonstrated success with safety documentation and policy development especially with regard to shops and makerspaces.Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to handle multiple workstreams.Current certification or willingness to acquire certification in Crane/Lift operation.Knowledge and deep understanding of current Environmental Health and Safety practices within makerspaces or shops.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIESDrive the modernization and development of university-wide safety policies and best practices for safe use of cross-disciplinary makerspacesCollaborate with the Office of Academic Research Safety Environmental Compliance and Occupational Safety Office of the General Council and other campus teams to ensure compliance with federal state and local safety laws for the entirety of the global makerspace ecosystemDevelop manage and execute an annual audit plan across all makerspaces ensuring protocols align with federal state and local regulations (e.g. OSHA EPA).Conduct on-site inspections facility audits and program assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of makerspace management systems.Gather data through direct observation document review and interviews with employees and management to assess compliance.Collaborate with makerspace managers and technicians to foster an environment of student safety awarenessTravel may be requiredDeliver training on equipment operation as neededAssist the Executive Director in other duties as neededPosition TypeLegal and Regulatory AdministrationAdditional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Compensation Grade/Pay Type:112SExpected Hiring Range:$97550.00 - $141443.75With the pay range(s) shown above the starting salary will depend on several factors which may include your education experience location knowledge and expertise and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Program assessment,FDA Regulations,Manufacturing & Controls,Program Evaluation,budget forecast,Research Experience,Operations Management,Research & Development,Strategic Planning,Contract Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 97550 - 141443