Student Employee - Safety Sciences - Fall 2026

Ucmo; Warrensburg (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg seeks two student workers to support programs emphasizing occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental management, and risk control.

You will assist with Safety Olympics preparations, help maintain department social media, support safety equipment maintenance, and actively participate in student safety meetings while handling front-end requests. Hours are Monday–Friday with some Saturdays and evenings, up to 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• GPA 3.0 or greater in a safety program.
• Knowledge of occupational safety and health discipline.
• Word processing and spreadsheet skills.
• Attention to detail and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Safety Olympics Team preparations.
• Maintain department social media accounts.
• Assist with safety equipment maintenance.
• Active participation in student safety meetings.
• Assist with front-end requests where needed.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

GPA 3.0+ in safety program

Tools

Word Processing

Spreadsheet

Job description

The University of Central Missouri is seeking applications for two student workers, in large undergraduate and graduate programs emphasizing occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental, and risk management.

Duties Include:

• Assist with Safety Olympics Team preparations.
• Maintain department social media accounts.
• Assist with safety equipment maintenance.
• Active participation in student safety meetings.
• Assist with front-end requests where needed.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• GPA 3.0 or greater in a safety program.

Experience:

• Knowledge of occupational safety and health discipline.
• Word-Processing, Spreadsheet.
• Attention to detail.
• Communication skills, including oral, written and/or nonverbal.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Working Hours and Days:

• Monday-Friday, some Saturdays and evenings.
• No more than 20 hours per week.