Work-Study - Occupational Health & Safety Department

Odessa College; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Texas is seeking a motivated Work-Study for the Occupational Health & Safety Department. This part-time position involves assisting with educational materials, data analysis, and administrative support in a vital role aimed at promoting workplace safety. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented and currently enrolled in school. Skills in Microsoft Office and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours and eligible for the work-study program.
• Strong interest in public health or a related field.
• Previous experience in a similar role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating educational materials for safety.
• Support data collection and analysis for workplace incidents.
• Help develop safety programs and training sessions.
• Provide administrative support including filing and data entry.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Interest in occupational health and safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work-Study - Occupational Health & Safety Department

Working Title Work-Study - Occupational Health & Safety Department

Position Status

Position Status Part Time

Department

Department School of Business and Industry

General Summary

The Occupational Health & Safety Department at Odessa College is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Work-Study to support various initiatives and projects aimed at promoting a safe and healthy campus environment. This position provides a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in occupational health and safety practices while contributing to the well-being of the college community

Specific Position Duties

• Assist in creating educational materials and resources related to occupational health and safety. This includes developing incident reenactment videos, safety data entries, scenario safety records and documentation – such as audits and inspections, creating incident scenarios based on OSHA , EPA , and DOT investigations, and researching historical incidents.
• Support the collection and analysis of data related to workplace safety incidents and trends.
• Assist in the development and implementation of safety programs and training sessions.
• Provide administrative support, including filing, data entry, and scheduling meetings.
• Attend departmental meetings and contribute to ongoing safety discussions and projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours and eligible for the work-study program.
• Strong interest in occupational health and safety, public health, or a related field.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Previous experience in a similar role or related coursework is a plus, but not required

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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Odessa College
201 W. University Blvd.
Odessa, Tx 79764