Environmental Safety & Compliance Coordinator

Environmental Safety & Compliance Coordinator Ozarks Technical Community College

• 4.2 Springfield, MO Job Details Full-time $55,000
• $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Writing skills Environmental law Regulatory compliance Driver's License Environmental regulatory compliance Productivity software Full Job Description OTC is dedicated to creating a culture that promotes success and wellbeing for our students and employees.

Every department and position throughout the college strives to maintain a student-centered focus to create a culture where our students and employees are welcomed and feel safe at every campus and center. OTC applies that same focus to its hiring practices starting with the application process, the onboarding, and new hire expectations. We are committed to understanding the needs of our students and employees and providing them with an experience that represents the OTC Cares culture. We appreciate your interest and desire to become a member of the OTC team! If you have any questions about job postings, the application process, or the status of an open position, you may reach out to Human Resources at 417-447-2635 or email directly. If you're interested in adjunct/part-time teaching, please email your resume to . Find information about adjunct teaching qualifications. Full-Time Employee Benefits Summary Subscribe to OTC job alerts Environmental Safety & Compliance Coordinator Apply now Job no: 495001 Work type:

Springfield Campus Location:

Springfield, MO Categories:

Facility Operations, Full-Time Staff/Administration

JOB TITLE

ENVIRONMENTAL

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR DEPARTMENT

FACILITY

OPERATIONS SALARY RANGE

$55,000

• $65,000

FLSA:

EXEMPT IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

College Director of Facility Operations

SCHEDULE DETAILS

Full-time/12 month position/PEERS

LOCATION

Springfield Campus with travel required to all college campus and center locations. Position Summary The Environmental Safety and Compliance Coordinator ensures OTC is compliant with applicable federal and state regulations for hazardous waste, chemical storage and handling, and biological and biohazardous waste disposal. Essential Job Duties Maintains compliance with all environmental laws, statutes, rules and regulations by maintaining an appropriate central storage site on each campus or center, coordinating/performing the transporting of the College's hazardous waste to the appropriate storage site and coordinating periodic waste removal activities involving commercial waste disposal vendors. Serves as the contact person for regulatory agencies (i.e. Federal EPA, and State DNR) in matters of hazardous waste compliance. Responsible for completed and submitting all Federal and State required reports in a timely manner. Accompanies regulatory officials on all campus inspections. Oversees the college's Sharps

• Biological
• Biohazardous
• Universal Waste programs and ensures compliance of proper storage, handling and disposal.

Develops and maintains applicable policies and procedures for all campuses and centers regarding the storage, handling, disposal, and emergency response for regulated materials. Responds to all emergencies involving hazardous materials, prepares a report of the incident to include recommendations to prevent reoccurrence. Coordinates preplanning and response with corresponding local hazardous materials response agencies for all campuses and centers. Develops and provides training for faculty and staff in techniques and activities necessary to meet environmental safety standards. Drafts responses to regulatory inquiries and makes recommendations regarding environmental compliance. Makes recommendations regarding the reduction, reuse, or recycling of regulated wastes generated by OTC. Provides information on current conditions and management practices needing improvement in order to maintain environmental compliance. Conducts regular in person inspections of hazardous waste generation areas and provides compliance guidance in writing to the responsible party. Maintains service agreements and contacts with the commercial waste disposal vendors and recommend changes as necessary. Arranges for disposal of hazardous waste with the appropriate commercial hazardous waste disposal vendor as necessary and oversees the transfer of waste to the commercial hazardous waste vendor. Perform other duties as assigned, including attending college functions, serving on committees, and attending community events. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Bachelor's Degree in a science, engineering, or related field; OR four (4) years of relevant work experience. Valid Missouri driver's license. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience handling filled hazardous materials containers as demonstrated by past experience, certifications and/or training. Ability to travel between OTC locations as needed for assignments. Ability to work weekdays, weekends, nights and holidays; be on-call as needed. Ability to work without direct supervision. Ability to hold and carry objects up to 50 pounds. Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite). Be RCRA and DOT certified, or be able to become certified, and any other required certifications within 90 days of hiring and maintain the certification throughout the duration of employment. Familiarity with applicable Federal and State Regulations. Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety. Previous work experience involving RCRA Compliance, hazardous materials/waste disposal, safety, and emergency response. Previous work experience in a college environment. Working at Ozarks Technical Community College Provides Great Benefits Medical insurance coverage for employees through the CoxHealth network at no cost to employees. Dental, LTD and group life insurance coverage for employees at no cost to employees. Access to the on-site OTC Health and Wellness Clinic at no cost for employees and their dependents. Use of the OTC fitness center at no cost to employees. Twelve (12) tuition free college credit hours per fall and/or spring semester and six (6) college credit hours per summer term for employees and/or their dependents. College matches the employee

PSRS/PEERS

retirement at 14.5% or 6.86% Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; use hands to finger/touch, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must be able to move around and about their area, and operate a computer as needed. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. •

OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE INSTITUTION DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS

"AT-WILL."

THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Advertised:

07 May 2026 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 22 May 2026 Central Daylight Time Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App Powered by PageUp Job no: 495001 Work type:

Springfield Campus Location:

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JOB TITLE

ENVIRONMENTAL

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR DEPARTMENT

FACILITY

OPERATIONS SALARY RANGE

$55,000

• $65,000

FLSA:

EXEMPT IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

College Director of Facility Operations

SCHEDULE DETAILS

Full-time/12 month position/PEERS

LOCATION

Springfield Campus with travel required to all college campus and center locations. Position Summary The Environmental Safety and Compliance Coordinator ensures OTC is compliant with applicable federal and state regulations for hazardous waste, chemical storage and handling, and biological and biohazardous waste disposal. Essential Job Duties Maintains compliance with all environmental laws, statutes, rules and regulations by maintaining an appropriate central storage site on each campus or center, coordinating/performing the transporting of the College's hazardous waste to the appropriate storage site and coordinating periodic waste removal activities involving commercial waste disposal vendors. Serves as the contact person for regulatory agencies (i.e. Federal EPA, and State DNR) in matters of hazardous waste compliance. Responsible for completed and submitting all Federal and State required reports in a timely manner. Accompanies regulatory officials on all campus inspections. Oversees the college's Sharps

• Biological
• Biohazardous
• Universal Waste programs and ensures compliance of proper storage, handling and disposal.

Develops and maintains applicable policies and procedures for all campuses and centers regarding the storage, handling, disposal, and emergency response for regulated materials. Responds to all emergencies involving hazardous materials, prepares a report of the incident to include recommendations to prevent reoccurrence. Coordinates preplanning and response with corresponding local hazardous materials response agencies for all campuses and centers. Develops and provides training for faculty and staff in techniques and activities necessary to meet environmental safety standards. Drafts responses to regulatory inquiries and makes recommendations regarding environmental compliance. Makes recommendations regarding the reduction, reuse, or recycling of regulated wastes generated by OTC. Provides information on current conditions and management practices needing improvement in order to maintain environmental compliance. Conducts regular in person inspections of hazardous waste generation areas and provides compliance guidance in writing to the responsible party. Maintains service agreements and contacts with the commercial waste disposal vendors and recommend changes as necessary. Arranges for disposal of hazardous waste with the appropriate commercial hazardous waste disposal vendor as necessary and oversees the transfer of waste to the commercial hazardous waste vendor. Perform other duties as assigned, including attending college functions, serving on committees, and attending community events. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Bachelor's Degree in a science, engineering, or related field; OR four (4) years of relevant work experience. Valid Missouri driver's license. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience handling filled hazardous materials containers as demonstrated by past experience, certifications and/or training. Ability to travel between OTC locations as needed for assignments. Ability to work weekdays, weekends, nights and holidays; be on-call as needed. Ability to work without direct supervision. Ability to hold and carry objects up to 50 pounds. Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite). Be RCRA and DOT certified, or be able to become certified, and any other required certifications within 90 days of hiring and maintain the certification throughout the duration of employment. Familiarity with applicable Federal and State Regulations. Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety. Previous work experience involving RCRA Compliance, hazardous materials/waste disposal, safety, and emergency response. Previous work experience in a college environment. Working at Ozarks Technical Community College Provides Great Benefits Medical insurance coverage for employees through the CoxHealth network at no cost to employees. Dental, LTD and group life insurance coverage for employees at no cost to employees. Access to the on-site OTC Health and Wellness Clinic at no cost for employees and their dependents. Use of the OTC fitness center at no cost to employees. Twelve (12) tuition free college credit hours per fall and/or spring semester and six (6) college credit hours per summer term for employees and/or their dependents. College matches the employee

PSRS/PEERS

retirement at 14.5% or 6.86% Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; use hands to finger/touch, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must be able to move around and about their area, and operate a computer as needed. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. •

OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE INSTITUTION DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS

"AT-WILL."

THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Advertised:

07 May 2026 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 22 May 2026 Central Daylight Time