Assistant Director of Occupational Safety & Health Services

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); Vor Ort; USD 86.000 - 105.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Safety/Environmental Compliance Associate to lead development and implementation of campus occupational safety and health programs. You will oversee risk assessments, incident investigations, and coordination with researchers, farm managers, and facilities teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years of safety experience, with CSP/CIH or OSHA credentials preferred.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental health, safety engineering, or a closely related field.
• Five years of professional work experience in a safety or compliance related field.
• Valid State of Illinois driver’s license at the time of hire, maintained throughout employment.

Aufgaben

• Perform risk assessments in campus locations for physical, chemical, ergonomic, psychological, and biological hazards and report findings with corrective actions.
• Supervise and direct others in program development and service delivery, reviewing work for quality and timeliness.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the fire extinguisher program, including work orders, inventory, and inspections.
• Plan and implement campus occupational safety and health programs and adjust policies based on feedback and audits.
• Coordinate incident investigations and OSHA reportable injuries, review injury data, and suggest corrective actions.
• Prioritize budget needs for safety programs and report on metrics, gaps, and improvements.
• Support continued safety initiatives, liaising with faculty and regulators, and travel between sites as needed.
• Perform other duties including supporting university values and serving on safety committees.

Kenntnisse

Five years safety experience

Leadership and supervision

Risk assessment and hazard ID

Communication with regulators

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety or related field

CSP/CIH or OSHA credentials preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Facilities & Services

Job Summary

Under the administrative direction of the Director, Division of Safety & Compliance, manage development and implementation of campus occupational safety and health programs and/or manage the delivery occupational safety and health services.

Primary Position Function

Under the administrative direction of the Director, Division of Safety & Compliance, manage development and implementation of campus occupational safety and health programs and/or manage the delivery occupational safety and health services.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform risk assessments in research laboratories, academic laboratories, farms, industrial shops, construction sites, warehouses, dwellings, offices, and other campus locations for physical, chemical, ergonomic, psychological, and biological hazards to promote compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and campus policies, programs, and procedures. Report risk assessment findings and options for corrective actions to researchers, instructors, farm managers, shop managers, construction managers, facilities and operations managers, unit safety contacts, department heads, deans, and campus officers. Provide ongoing support during corrective actions phase including re-evaluations, industrial hygiene monitoring, selection of appropriate control measures, liaison with appropriate vendors for product research, engineering design consultation and review, standard operating procedure development assistance and review, training, and other programmatic and service activities as necessary.
2. Supervise and/or direct others in the development of assigned programs and/or delivery of services and implementation support to campus units. Review subordinate work for accuracy, completeness, quality, and timeliness consistent with established departmental standards and provide feedback and coaching for continuous improvement. Create individual development plans, establish performance goals, and measure accomplishments of subordinates. Identify, plan, and coordinate work of contractors and consultants for performance of work associated with assigned programs and services.
3. Manage day-to-day operations of the fire extinguisher program including managing work orders, assigning work to Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Technicians, taking inventory and ordering supplies and equipment, producing annual budget projections and replacement schedules, managing fire extinguisher maintenance vendor, ensuring monthly and annual inspections/maintenance are completed on-time, training new EHS Technicians, and ensuring the proper completion and maintenance of records.
4. Plan, organize, develop and assist campus with field implementation of occupational safety and health programs and delivery of services. Continuously evaluate and modify Occupational Safety & Health policies, programs, procedures, and services based on customer feedback and program/service audits to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
5. Assists in prompt communication of workplace incident/injury information to Illinois Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Reportable Injuries (fatality, amputation, in-patient hospitalization, and physical loss of eye) and investigations of such incidents. Assist in the coordination of departmental participation in near miss and incident investigations, review injury reports and data, conduct injury/illness trending, and make recommendations for corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
6. Assist in prioritizing budgetary needs for occupational safety and health programs and services and provide oversight for program and service-related expenditures. Report on departmental, programmatic, and service metrics, accomplishments, gaps, areas for improvement, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Assist with the assessment and prioritization of needs for the Occupational Safety & Health Department.
7. Any other duties as assigned including supporting the Purpose, Values and Guiding Principles of Facilities & Services; liaising with faculty, staff, students, and regulatory officials; assisting with the development of goals, vision, and strategic plans for Safety & Compliance and the Occupational Safety & Health Department; serving on campus safety committees; pursuing professional development activities; and operating a university vehicle to travel between work locations for duties such as responding promptly to emergencies, escorting regulators, performing assessments, supervising subordinate activities, or completing other safety services.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Environmental Demands:

• May work in extreme weather conditions.
• May be exposed to potential danger from moving parts and equipment.
• May be exposed to heavy dust, loud noise, chemical vapors, welding fumes, and other general conditions found within the construction trades.
• May work around radiation, biohazards, and chemicals with proper training.
• Must be capable of wearing all required personal protective equipment including respiratory protection, eye/face protection, hearing protection, protective footwear, and protective clothing.
• May have to climb ladders, work from elevated surfaces, access tunnels, work around/in confined spaces, and other hazards.

Physical Demands

• Generally administrative work but requires walking for job site reviews and staff communications.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Must be able to work in mechanical/electrical rooms, fabrication shops, laboratories and farms.
• Position involves lifting tools, toolboxes, technical equipment, equipment cases/containers, and packages for shipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental engineering, environmental health, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years (60 months) of professional work experience in a safety or compliance related field.
• Possession of a valid State of Illinois driver’s license at the time of hire, which must be maintained throughout the duration of the employment period in the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience directly supervising environmental health and safety professionals.
• Three years experience coordinating all aspects [written program document or standard operating procedure, assessing hazards, identifying controls including personal protective equipment (PPE), training, auditing, etc.] in at least 3 of the following program/service areas: indoor air quality/mold, chemical fume hood testing, local exhaust ventilation testing, fire extinguisher inspections/maintenance, medical surveillance, ergonomics, machine guarding, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, temperature extremes, or industrial hygiene.
• Experience conducting fire extinguisher inspections and maintenance.
• Experience managing vendor contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.
• Experience working collaboratively with a highly diverse customer base and in partnership with EHS professionals in other units.
• Experience delivering occupational safety and health solutions in a higher education setting.
• Five years of relevant experience providing occupational safety and health in construction, manufacturing, wood or metal fabrication, agriculture, public works, or utilities.
• Experience with the breadth of OSHA General and Construction Industry standards.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and communicating OSHA regulations.
• Experience in the development of written OSHA compliant programs and coordinating implementation of the program throughout large complex organizations with diverse operations including research operations, manufacturing, construction, utilities, warehousing, public works, and emergency response.
• Experience in traditional and online training development, delivery, and evaluation.
• Experience in incident investigations.
• Experience in industrial hygiene surveys and data interpretation for selection of proper controls including local exhaust ventilation and respiratory protection.
• Experience and flexibility with limited resources, changing priorities, and variability in compliance awareness amongst customers.

Education

Preferred: Relevant coursework in performance management, talent development, leadership, financial management, and/or operations management.

Training, Licenses or Certifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or other nationally recognized certification. Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer for General and Construction Industry. OSHA Competent Person for Excavations, Confined Spaces, and Fall Protection. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E Arc Flash training. Current National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors Portable Fire Extinguishers certification.
• Leadership, management, and/or supervisor training.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

1. Ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide range of individuals and groups, including faculty, staff, students, parents, and external regulators.
2. Ability to communicate effectively.
3. Ability to lead team of EHS professionals.
4. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and committees.
5. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to find practical solutions to safety and health issues.
6. Ability to evaluate processes and identify opportunities for improved effectiveness and efficiency.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5013 - Safety/Environmental Compliance Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The annual salary for this position is $95,000.

This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

Company Culture and Benefits

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail].

Requisition ID

1038493

Job Category

Professional and Administrative