Safety Partner

Arizona State University; University (IL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking a Safety Specialist 3 to join its Environmental Health and Safety team at the Tempe campus. The role focuses on identifying safety issues, conducting trainings, and providing intermediate to advanced consultation to keep operations compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.

The position requires eligibility to work in the United States and offers a competitive salary range, with responsibilities including inspections, program development, data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience required.
• Five years of experience in safety or related field.
• Ability to conduct safety training and provide complex consultation.

Responsibilities

• Participates in site visits to audit facilities for regulatory compliance.
• Develops and manages safety programs addressing hazardous energy, lockout/tagout, confined spaces, working at heights and other standards.
• Provides technical safety guidance to faculty, staff and students.
• Interprets EHS data and prepares compliance reports for tracking and decision-making.
• Coordinates safety education and training sessions and outreach events.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Profile:

Safety Specialist 3

Job Family:

Environmental Health and Safety

Time Type:

Full time

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Job Profile Summary:
Identifies opportunities to address safety issues, conducts safety training, and provides intermediate to complex consultation to ensure operations are performed safely and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and standards. May oversee the work of others. Participates in, or leads emergency response activities.

Job Description:

ASU's Environmental Health and Safety is looking to hire an experienced Safety Partner to monitor the workplace environment and investigate safety concerns and/or accidents. This position provides assistance in monitoring activities to ensure the health and safety of the university community.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU Environmental Health and Safety will not be a sponsor for this position.

Salary Range:

$67,000 - $70,000 per year; depending on experience

Essential Duties:

• Participates in site visits to audit, provide consultation and/or conduct inspections of university facilities to ensure compliance with federal, state, local regulations, codes, and university requirements.
• Experience with the following: developing ) implementing and managing safety programs with hot work) control of hazardous energy) confined space) aerial lifts) forklifts) fall protection) and hearing conservation.
• Consults with faculty, staff, students and others to provide technical and problem solving systems for hazardous materials.
• Participates in project teams conducting special studies and recommends solutions or alternatives.
• Proven ability to interpret EHS data and regulatory standards.
• Prepares data and drafts reports required for tracking, decision-making and/or to satisfy compliance requirements.
• May communicate with customers on safety related matters.
• Assists with reviewing, interpreting and evaluating compliance activities and policies supporting safety and environmental compliance programs and assists with implementing changes as required to address deficiencies or carry out improvements.
• Must be able communicate successfully to train others and modify standard regulatory training courses.
• Operates specialized equipment to assess and measure gas/vapor levels, noise levels, IAQ paraments, mercury vapor levels and RF fields Maintains inventory and storage management systems for hazardous materials.
• Coordinates, participates in and facilitates safety education, outreach, and workshops for faculty, staff and students in the use of department data management and processing tools.
• Trains staff to calibrate and maintain monitoring equipment and serves as a primary to ensure calibration and/or maintenance occurs as scheduled.
• May assist with creating and maintaining safety databases using various information systems or user-specific software.
• Assists in conducting accident and incident investigations and recommends corrective action or preventative measures.
• Works on a project team(s) to assist with the development or facilitation of high impact training materials and participates in logistics planning, communication and marketing.
• Assists with environmental programs to ensure federal, state and local regulatory requirements are met.
• Work with FDM and Contractors to address safety concerns.
• May serve as a member of the department emergency response team and participates in emergency drills and actual emergencies.
• Supports pollution prevention program and sustainability education programs.
• Ability to accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment while meeting strict deadlines Drives a university vehicle and possesses a valid AZ driver's license.

Desired Qualifications:

• Evidence of Certifications: Associate Safety Profession al (ASP) Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST) Safety Trained Supervisor ( STS) Certified Instructional Trainer (CIT) or similar certification.
• Experience leading or contributing to safety initiatives that improved efficiency or reduced risk.
• Effective communication skills with experience providing safety guidance, training, and mentoring to lab personnel in compliance with environmental health and safety regulations.

Working Environment:

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Work in laboratories, shops, waste facilities and other hazardous locations.
• Work in indoor and outdoor environments that may include extreme weather conditions; hot in summer and cold in winter.
• Participate in respiratory protection program; assists with respiratory fit testing and training.
• Participate in ASU medical surveillance programs, which may include vaccinations.

Department Statement:

University Business Services (UBS) supports the New American University's vision of excellence, access, and impact by providing business services and solutions to the university. UBS is comprised of departments including Auxiliary Business Services, Environmental Health and Safety, Parking and Transit Services, Physical Security Initiatives and Emergency Management, Risk Management Services, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability Practices. At ASU, we care about our employees. We offer a total rewards package that includes:

• AZ state school tuition reduction for employees and their dependents and spouse; available on day one of employment.
• Competitive wages.
• Employee assistance for confidential and free behavioral health services. Generous accrual of paid sick and vacation time.
• Low cost dental, health, life and vision Insurance benefits.
• Paid adoption and fertility subsidies.
• Paid time for professional development and volunteering.
• Retirement programs with employer match.
• Wide variety of employee discounts through ASU partnerships. More Info can be found here: ( https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits).

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU University Business Department will not be a sponsor for this position.

Driving Requirement:

This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Location:

Campus: Tempe

Funding:

No Federal Funding

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.

ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a key part of your total compensation. Visit the ASUCompensation Estimator

Employment Verification Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement:

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.