Occupational Safety Specialist
 University of North Texas - Denton | |
 United States, Texas, Denton | |
| 1155 Union Circle (Show on map) | |
 Feb 20, 2025 | |
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Title: Occupational Safety Specialist Employee Classification: Occupational Safety Specialist Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-VP Finance & Admin SubDivision-Department: UNT-Risk Mgmt Services Department: UNT-Risk Mgmt Services-Gen-152600 Job Location: Denton Salary: 67450.04 FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: About Us - Values Overview: Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. Department Summary Risk Management Services' programs provide proactive support for the strategic, operational and financial foundation of the University of North Texas. A safe academic environment is the top priority of our department and staff members. We help identify, analyze and mitigate risks so that the UNT community can freely pursue opportunities for growth and advancement. Our staff members also work to identify, protect and conserve university resources from loss. To achieve our goals, we work together with the UNT community to help them proactively manage risks, implement preventative measures, plan for their challenges and work through any issues that occur. Position Overview This position is responsible for combining professional judgment and technical expertise to support the Occupational Safety Program Manager with identifying, analyzing and controlling hazards to ensure the health safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors on the UNT campus. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, indoor air quality monitoring and compliance issues, work noise evaluations, respirator fit testing, mold consulting, ergonomic evaluations, safety programs for industrial and manufacturing environments. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma/GED equivalent and two (2) years experience in Occupational Safety practices involving federal, state, city, and external entities. Substitution of education for experience allowed. Must have current Texas Certified Asbestos Inspector. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Strong oral and written communication skills; supervisory skills. Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety or equivalent field and 2 years experience in Occupational Safety practices involving federal, state, city, and external entities. Substitution of education for experience allowed. Must have or obtain upon employment current Texas Certified Asbestos Inspector. Required License/Registration/Certifications Must have or obtain upon employment current Texas Certified Asbestos Inspector. Job Duties:
Work Schedule: M-F 8-5 Driving University Vehicle: Yes Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions: Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits: For information regarding our Benefits, click here. EEO Statement: The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing. | |