Job Description
Position Details Position Information
Position Title Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
FLSA Classification EX
Reports to Associate VP of Operations/CIO
Salary Range E
Weeks Per Year 52
Work Week 40 hours (minimum)
Position Summary Assumes responsibility for identification, development and management of campus-wide operational plans designed to ensure the safety and health of all employees, students, and visitors to the University of Hartford. Develops health and safety plans and projects, conducts safety trainings, investigates accidents and hazards, and recommends corrective actions to reduce and/or eliminate potential risks. Performs periodic comprehensive inspections of the campus and equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Performs all duties in full support of the University's mission, understanding that the positive and effective execution of these duties are instrumental to the education of the University's students.
Hiring Range Starting salary is budgeted between $58,024 to $72,000
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities - Develops, implements, and evaluates operational plans, procedures and policies at the University of Hartford in an effort to ensure the health and safety of all faculty, staff, students, and visitors to the campus.
- Oversees and provides guidance in the development, implementation, and maintenance of building manager health and safety operational plans.
- Leads the development of presentations, trainings, and other health and safety awareness programs. Ensures all trainings meet state and federal guidelines and are reported, as necessary and appropriate.
- Investigates accidents and hazardous conditions and provides recommendations for implementation of corrective actions/measures. Conducts follow up audits to ensure corrective actions are completed. Responds to safety and health-related inquiries and complaints.
- Keeps informed of changes in health and safety regulations, including federal, state, and/or local legislation to ensure University compliance.
- Ensures all safety related documents and records, including but not limited to, the Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS,) are properly completed, filed, maintained, and/or updated.
- Conducts and analyzes quality risk assessments in an effort to ensure anticipated training outcomes align with University policies and procedures, rules, and other required regulations. Monitors and inspects the campus facilities and equipment to ensure proper usage and compliance. Researches and recommends health and safety improvements, as appropriate.
- Collaborates effectively with internal and external constituents on health and safety compliance. Serves as a primary resource for mitigation, preparation, communication, and training.
- Ensures all documents, including training and communication plans, are up to date and in compliance with established deadlines and other requirements. Serves on internal and external committees, including the Situation Management Team (SMT), as necessary and appropriate.
- Assists, as appropriate, with compilation of annual reporting statistics as well as submission of reports to the appropriate local, state, federal or other organizations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number PS1055P
Working Conditions Normal Office Situation.
Requires extensive safety training and/or protective devices.
Regular exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles.
Regular exposure to infectious material/diseases.
Works on slippery or uneven surfaces.
Works in darkness or with poor lighting.
Regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness and/or humidity.
Requires travel, including overnight stays
Education Bachelor's Degree required.
Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table.
Typically standing and/or walking.
Intermittently sitting, standing, stooping.
Typically pushing and/or pulling.
Requires handling by seizing, holding, grasping, or turning hands, but without finger dexterity.
Heavy lifting or carrying 51 lbs or more.
Special Skills The ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary Quick Link for Internal Postings University of Hartford
Job Tags
Temporary work, Local area, Night shift,