Operational Safety Specialist

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Contributions

Educational Opportunities

Comprehensive Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Purdue University in West Lafayette seeks an Operational Safety Specialist to serve as the department's primary resource for workplace safety, policy compliance, and improving safety culture.

You will work with EHS to implement safety initiatives, conduct ISP audits, deliver safety training, and guide leadership on risk reduction. This role involves handling hazardous conditions and requires strong communication, organizational skills, and a commitment to campus safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, health and safety, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in general safety, building inspection, safety inspection, injury/accident investigation or related areas.
• Ergonomics experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the department's primary resource for workplace safety and policy compliance.
• Partners with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to implement and support departmental safety initiatives, investigate workplace injuries and incidents, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Conducts Integrated Safety Plan (ISP) certification audits, evaluates departmental safety practices, develops and delivers safety training, and provides guidance to leadership and staff on risk reduction.
• Promotes operational excellence by identifying opportunities to improve safety performance and supporting a safe and healthy environment for employees and the campus community.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Relationship building

Ethical professional behavior

Customer service orientation

Microsoft Office

Emergency readiness

Safety culture development

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, health and safety, occupational safety, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Operational Safety Specialist

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

What You'll be Doing:

Serves as the department's primary resource for workplace safety and policy compliance, fostering a culture of safety through collaboration, education, and continuous improvement. Partners with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to implement and support departmental safety initiatives, investigate workplace injuries and incidents, recommend corrective actions, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

Conducts Integrated Safety Plan (ISP) certification audits, evaluates departmental safety practices, develops and delivers safety training, and provides guidance to leadership and staff on risk reduction and safe work practices. Promotes operational excellence by identifying opportunities to improve safety performance and supporting a safe and healthy environment for employees and the campus community.

This position may involve exposure to heights, extreme temperatures, hazardous chemicals, confined spaces, and lifting requirements of up to 40 pounds.

The typical work schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm.

Join a team that keeps Purdue University's campus beautiful year-round and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family:

• Paid Time Off - Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave
• Retirement Contributions - Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income
• Educational Opportunities - Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.
• Comprehensive Insurance - Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Life Insurance - Financial protection for you and your loved ones

What We Are Looking For:

Education and Experience

Qualified Candidates Will Need:

• Bachelor's degree required in business, health and safety, occupational safety, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in general safety, building inspection, safety inspection, accident investigation or related areas
• Experience in ergonomics preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Skills Needed:

• Good organizational skills are
• Must have the ability to develop and maintain; effective working relationships, mutual trust and respect with others
• Must have high ethical and professional behavior standards
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to achieve consensus and enhance the safety culture is necessary
• A strong commitment to customer service and the AO Physical Facilities Strategic Goals is essential
• Strong computer skills and Microsoft Office experience
• Subject to 24-hour callback for emergencies

What We'd Like You To Know:

• To learn more about Purdue's benefits summaryCLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Career Stream

• Professional 2
• Pay Band S055
• Job Code# 20003755

Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Purdue University is an EA/EO employer.