Senior Occupational Safety Coordinator

About the role

The Senior Occupational Safety Coordinator supports campus safety by ensuring compliance with construction, fire, life safety, and occupational health regulations. Reporting to the Fire and Life Safety Officer, the role oversees hazard identification and control for employees and students.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct safety audits to assess compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Evaluate employee and student safety, recommend corrective actions, and perform follow‑up audits.
• Provide general, electrical, and fire safety training to university staff and students.
• Develop and update policies, procedures, and SOPs to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Maintain administrative records for the Safety Compliance Division and perform other assigned duties.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, safety, industrial hygiene, chemistry, physics, or related field.
• At least three years of experience in occupational health and safety.
• Computer competency and ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Required skills

• OSHA HAZWOPER certification (40‑hour initial training with annual refresher).
• CPR/AED certification.
• Knowledge of safety codes, standards, and ability to make appropriate decisions.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and families.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement plan with up to 10% matched contribution.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training, educational opportunities, and various employee discounts.