Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

University of Hartford; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator to lead campus-wide safety initiatives. This role involves developing and managing health and safety plans, conducting training, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a strong background in health and safety management, accident investigation, and risk assessment. You will play a crucial role in fostering a safe environment for students, faculty, and visitors, making a positive impact on the university community. If you are passionate about safety and compliance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with a focus on health and safety management.
• Experience in accident investigation and risk assessment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements operational plans for campus health and safety.
• Conducts safety trainings and investigates accidents and hazards.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Accident Investigation

Risk Assessment

Training Development

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

Position Title: Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

FLSA Classification: EX

Reports to: Associate VP of Operations/CIO

Salary Range: Starting salary is budgeted between $58,024 to $72,000

Weeks Per Year: 52

Work Week: 40 hours (minimum)

Position Summary: Assumes responsibility for identification, development and management of campus-wide operational plans designed to ensure the safety and health of all employees, students, and visitors to the University of Hartford. Develops health and safety plans and projects, conducts safety trainings, investigates accidents and hazards, and recommends corrective actions to reduce and/or eliminate potential risks. Performs periodic comprehensive inspections of the campus and equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Performs all duties in full support of the University’s mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University’s students.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates operational plans, procedures and policies at the University of Hartford to ensure the health and safety of all faculty, staff, students, and visitors to the campus.
• Oversees and provides guidance in the development, implementation, and maintenance of building manager health and safety operational plans.
• Leads the development of presentations, trainings, and other health and safety awareness programs, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Investigates accidents and hazardous conditions and provides recommendations for corrective actions. Conducts follow-up audits to ensure completion of corrective actions.
• Keeps informed of changes in health and safety regulations to ensure University compliance.
• Ensures all safety-related documents, including Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS), are properly maintained and updated.
• Conducts and analyzes quality risk assessments to align training outcomes with University policies and procedures.
• Collaborates effectively with internal and external constituents on health and safety compliance.
• Ensures all documents, including training and communication plans, are up to date and compliant with established deadlines.
• Assists with compilation of annual reporting statistics and submission of reports to relevant organizations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Normal Office Situation. Requires extensive safety training and/or protective devices. Regular exposure to moving machinery, infectious materials, and varying weather conditions. Requires travel, including overnight stays.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree required.

Physical Effort

Typically involves sitting, standing, walking, and heavy lifting (51 lbs or more).

Special Skills

The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation
• Diversity Statement