Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety-Laboratory

Title: Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 02R002 - Environmental Health Safety

Division: 4R3000 - Campus Operations

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type:  Full Time (40 hrs per week or more)

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Posted Salary Grade: Non-Exempt - G20

Retirement:   KTRS 

Contact Person: Dekia Gaither

 

 

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is responsible for the operational aspects of programs associated with environmental health and safety compliance and will promote the principles of EH&S in support of the University's mission of providing high-quality instruction, scholarship, and service with excellence. Must be able to lift 25lbs or greater.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree in environmental health science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety, Loss Prevention and Safety, or other field of study in a related field is required.

Experience: At least one year of related experience is required. Preferably in a Public Safety, emergency management, and/or environmental health and safety, or their equivalents. Experience in the University environment is strongly preferred. The candidate will also possess strong oral and written communication skills. GSP, ASP, or CSP certification preferred.

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Job Duties:

• 60% - Assist in the day-to-day EHS departmental operations regarding compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety regulations and standards. - (Essential)
• 20% - Develop programs and policies to facilitate compliance with all applicable laws and recommended standards and train our community on such programs and policies. - (Essential)
• 15% - Maintain Federal/State/Local Reports, Manage Hazardous Waste, and Respond to Emergencies - (Essential)
• 5% - Supports the office functions by completing all other duties and special projects as assigned. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

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EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

 

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.