Adecco is seeking a detail-oriented **Dangerous Goods Specialist** to join our client’s team in Grand Island, NY. The Dangerous Goods Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and compliant transportation, storage, and handling of hazardous materials worldwide. This position requires a deep understanding of international regulations, risk assessment, and training to maintain a safe and compliant environment. **Top reasons to work with Adecco:** + Competitive pay: $34.00 per hour + 6 month contract with opportunity for extension or conversion + Dedicated onboarding specialist to guide you from offer to your first day **Qualifications** + **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Logistics, or a related field. + **Experience:** Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in dangerous goods management or a related field, with global or multi-regional experience preferred. + **Certifications:** IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) certification, DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation certification, OSHA 30-hour General Industry certification (preferred), and relevant industry certifications (CDGP, CHMM) are advantageous. + **Skills:** In-depth knowledge of dangerous goods regulations, risk assessment expertise, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, and a high attention to detail. **Responsibilities** + **Regulatory Compliance:** Ensure adherence to local, federal, and international regulations related to dangerous goods transportation and storage. + **Risk Management:** Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and implement safety protocols. + **Training and Development:** Develop and deliver training programs to ensure employee knowledge of regulations and safety practices. + **Operational Support:** Provide guidance and support to operations teams on dangerous goods classification, packaging, labeling, and transportation. + **Continuous Improvement:** Identify opportunities for process improvements and conduct audits to maintain compliance. + **Incident Management:** Investigate incidents involving dangerous goods and implement corrective actions. **Pay Details:** $34.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance