Safety Specialist I Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Tallo's Job Summary: The Safety Specialist I position at UNC Charlotte offers a salary range of $54,249 to $55,700 per year. The role involves maintaining environmental, health, and safety compliance on campus, conducting safety inspections, developing educational materials, and responding to emergencies. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. This position is within the Safety & Security department of Business Affairs.

Company:
University of North Carolina
Salary:
$54974
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Safety Specialist I
Position Information
General Information
Position Number 010160
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Safety Specialist I
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent

  • Full-time
    Months per Year 12
    Work Schedule 8:00 am
  • 5:00 pm; Monday
  • Friday
    This position may be eligible for a telework schedule up to one (1) day per week once onboarding into position is complete and with supervisor approval.
    Hours per week 40
    FLSA Status Exempt
    Division Business Affairs
    Department Safety & Security (Adm)
    Work Location Salary Range $54,249
  • $55,700
    Primary Purpose of Department The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) office promotes environmental, health, and safety compliance within the University of North Carolina at Charlotte campus community.

The University is committed to the protection of the environment and safety on the job is everyone’s responsibility. The EHS office provides guidance at all levels of the University to ensure compliance, maintain a safe workplace and to protect the environment.
Primary Purpose of Position The primary purpose of this position is to maintain environment, health, and safety compliance at UNC Charlotte. The goal of this position is to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the faculty, staff students, and visitors.
Summary of Position Responsibilities Administer Injury and Illness Prevention, Personal Protective Equipment,Ergonomics, Hand/Power Tools, Sanitation and Ergonomics programs.
Assist with the monitoring of other Health and Safety programs such as LockoutTagout, Indoor Air Quality, and Hearing Conservation.
Develop online safety educational materials and facilitate classroom safety training sessions.
Conduct injury incidents and accident investigations.
Perform workplace hazard assessments.
Conduct safety inspections to identify and correct hazardous conditions.
Respond to emergencies and customer safety service requests.
Continuously monitor safety performance and draft reports.
Minimum Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree in physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology, or related discipline; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience Four-year degree with a preference for a related major in physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology or closely related science; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses Preferred Certifications/Licenses Special Notes to Applicants The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information:

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Posting Open Date 04/23/2025
Posting Close Date 05/21/2025
Open Until Filled No
Proposed Hire Date 06/30/2025
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