Senior Occupational Safety Coordinator

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Leave benefits

Education discount

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Career training

Merchant discounts

Prescription delivery

Job summary

The Senior Occupational Safety Coordinator at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences will oversee construction, fire and life safety code compliance for the campus, under the Fire and Life Safety Officer.

You will monitor programs for occupational hazards, update SOPs, and lead safety audits and training for university employees and students, ensuring regulatory alignment and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in environmental sciences, safety, industrial hygiene, chemistry, physics, or related field with 3+ years in occupational health and safety.
• Computer competency required.
• Preferred: Administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety audits to assess compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Evaluate employee and student safety, recommend corrective actions, and conduct follow-up audits.
• Provide general, electrical, and fire safety training to university employees and students.
• Help develop policies and procedures that support regulatory compliance.
• Maintain administrative records for the Safety Compliance Division.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer competency

HAZWOPER training

CPR/AED certified

Oral instruction comprehension

Knowledge of codes & standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in environmental sciences or related field

Job description

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Closing Date: 10/20/2026

Type of Position: Investigations, Inspections

Job Type: Regular

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Department:

OPS | Campus Operations Chemical Safety

Summary of Job Duties:

The Senior Occupational Safety Coordinator works under the general direction of Fire and Life Safety Officer. The Senior Occupational Safety Coordinator duties include, but are not limited to, primarily being responsible for construction, fire and life safety code and regulatory compliance for the entire campus. The Senior Occupational Safety Coordinator monitors the campus programs designed to identify, evaluate and control occupational hazards to UAMS employees including respiratory protection, biological safety, chemical safety and radiation safety. Stay up to date with regulatory changes and update SOPs as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in environmental sciences, safety, industrial hygiene, chemistry, physics, or a related field plus three (3) or more years of experience in occupational health and safety or a related field.
• Computer competency

Preferred Qualifications:

• Administration experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• OSHA’s Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response standard (HAZWOPER); 40 Hour initial training with eight (8) hours annual refresher. Will be provided within the first year if candidate does not have it.
• CPR/AED Certified.Will be provided within the first year if candidate does not have it.
• Ability to follow oral instructions, read and write.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and ability to utilize and make appropriate decisions.

What You Will Be Doing (Responsibilities):

• Conduct safety audits to assess compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Evaluate employee and student safety, recommend corrective actions, and conduct follow-up audits to confirm issues have been addressed.
• Provide general, electrical, and fire safety training to university employees and students.
• Help develop policies and procedures that support regulatory compliance.
• Maintain administrative records for the Safety Compliance Division.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Hearing, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes