Compliance Safety Officer

University of Lethbridge; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution located in Lethbridge is looking for a Compliance Safety Officer to act as a health and safety advisor within its Facilities department. The candidate will be responsible for managing compliance with OHS legislation and ensuring an enhanced safety culture. Ideal applicants should have relevant educational qualifications, safety designations, and experience in management of safety programs. Competitive salary range offered, with an inclusive working environment.

Qualifications

• 4 years degree or 2 years safety diploma.
• CRST or CRSP designation required.
• 2 years of experience as a safety leader.
• Experience with electronic safety documentation systems essential.
• Knowledge of Alberta OHS Act and related codes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a health and safety advisor and mentor.
• Support safety management across Facilities.
• Build and sustain a safety culture.
• Assist with safety program design and documentation.
• Manage electronic safety documentation systems.

Skills

Experience in safety management

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation

Expertise in electronic safety documentation systems

Communication skills

Education

4 year degree in Sciences or Engineering

2-year safety diploma

CRST or CRSP designation

Job description

At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives. We are located in the heart of traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory in southern Alberta with campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary. ULethbridge is more than a place to learn — it’s a place to build a career and make a lasting impact. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions with more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds. Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people. Together, we transform lives and communities.

Overview

The Compliance Safety Officer (CSO) fulfills an important role at the University of Lethbridge as a health and safety advisor and mentor for staff and managers within Facilities. This position is a primary resource to the various departments within Facilities, supporting effective health and safety management across the portfolio. The CSO is responsible for building an enhanced safety culture, while managing compliance with Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) legislation, and the University policies, practices, and standard operating procedures. The CSO will be responsible for assisting all groups in Facilities in designing, completing, and administering their safety programs and documentation, including managing electronic documentation systems. The University of Lethbridge is undertaking a job classification and compensation review for Administrative Professional Officer (APO) positions. As such, the salary range currently assigned for this position may be adjusted as a result of this project.

Responsibilities

• Serve as health and safety advisor and mentor for Facilities staff and managers.
• Support effective health and safety management across the Facilities portfolio.
• Build and sustain an enhanced safety culture and ensure compliance with OHS legislation and university policies and procedures.
• Assist groups in designing, completing, and administering safety programs and documentation.
• Manage electronic safety documentation systems.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree, preferably in the Sciences or Engineering, or 2-year safety diploma.
• CRST (Canadian Registered Safety Technician) or CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional) designation.
• 2 years experience as a safety leader.
• Experience of setting up and working with electronic safety document management systems is essential.
• Working knowledge of the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code, Alberta Building Code, Alberta Fire Code, CSA electrical standards, as well as applicable federal health and safety acts, regulations and codes.
• Successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Salary and Benefits

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE): $65,153.16 - $81,963.08 annually

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE): $65,153.16 - $98,772.99 annually (APO - Grade 3)

Faculty/Group Details

Campus: Lethbridge

Employment Group: APO

Position Category: Other

Dates

Open Date: 01/27/2026

Close Date: 02/10/2026

Desired Start Date: 04/01/2026

Position End Date (if temporary): 03/31/2028

Supplemental Questions

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Open Text / Equal Opportunity

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] so accommodations can be put in place. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.