Safety & Health Specialist

Auburn University, United States

Updated: 16 days ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S3476P
Home Org Name Environmental Health, Safety & Risk
Division Name Risk Management & Safety
Position Title Safety & Health Specialist
Job Class Code EE06A/B/C
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Auburn University Risk Management & Safety seeks candidates for a Safety & Health Specialist position to conduct activities to advance the health and safety programs and objectives of the university community and promote university-wide compliance with local, State, and Federal codes and regulations. Such activities may be related to, but not limited to general safety and health, animal program safety, industrial hygiene, and fire and life safety.
Auburn University Risk Management & Safety is committed to providing a safe education and work environment. We work closely with university personnel and other stakeholders to promote a safe and healthy environment for employees, students, and visitors while the university conducts world-class research, education, and outreach. Our staff is comprised of highly qualified technical experts, scientists, administrators, and technicians who apply their knowledge and expertise in assisting the university community to meet their goals.
About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.
Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more!
Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn .
Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions
  • Assists in the development and implementation of Safety & Health program including project management, oversight of contractors, regulatory reporting and budget management.
  • Works with stakeholders to proactively enact health and safety programs to address the needs of the university; facilitate safety & health training and materials for faculty, staff and students; conduct / lead inspections of university operations; and conduct, lead or assist professional contractors with industrial hygiene, indoor air quality, ergonomics, and accident prevention programs.
  • Follows strategic direction from management for the improvement of the Safety & Health program and works collaboratively with other departmental functional areas and university operations to attain goals.
  • May advise AU faculty and staff regarding safety, health, fire and life safety issues relevant to their work.
  • Provides input to the university’s Authority Having Jurisdiction on code and regulatory compliance issues.
  • Assists in monitoring, corrective and preventative action programs relative to safety, health, fire and life safety to evaluate conformance with federal, state, local and/or University requirements and/or policies and procedures relating to compliance and program management.
  • Works with staff and contractors for the testing and certification of university fire and life safety systems and equipment and assists with fire investigations, analysis and reporting.
  • Assists with fire drills.

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
Level I Bachelor’s degree in discipline appropriate to position with no experience.
Level II Bachelor’s degree in degree in discipline appropriate to position plus 2 years experience in health and safety regulatory compliance enforcement
Level III Bachelor’s degree degree in discipline appropriate to position plus 4 years experience in health and safety regulatory compliance enforcement
Degree in Environmental Science, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biological Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry or a related field

Substitutions allowed for Education:
When a candidate has the required experience, but lacks the required education, they may normally apply additional relevant experience toward the education requirement, at a rate of two (2) years relevant experience per year of required education.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain prior to employment.

Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience of delivering effective results within a proactive safety, health, fire and life safety program in academic and/or research institutions.
  • Progressively advancing responsibilities within safety and health functions.
  • Experience working in higher education with a focus on training and education to perform the essential functions of the position.
  • Be able to demonstrate effective project management skills and speak about effective experiences.
  • Be able to communicate effectively and in multiple formats (spoken and written) to a diverse audience in a clear and succinct manner.

Posting Detail Information


Salary Range $40,000-$93,200
Job Category Risk Management
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 03/08/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/43981

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