Assistant Environmental Affairs Specialist (Environmental Health & Safety Professional I)
About The Position
San Diego State University is seeking an Assistant Environmental Affairs Specialist to support environmental health and safety programs that protect the campus community and the environment. This role involves supporting hazardous waste management, environmental compliance, research safety, and emergency response initiatives. The position offers hands-on experience across a wide range of environmental health and safety programs, including hazardous and biohazardous waste operations, stormwater compliance, laboratory safety, and occupational safety. Daily tasks include collaborating with campus partners, solving challenges, and contributing to a safer, healthier, and more sustainable SDSU.
Requirements
- Knowledge of environmental health and safety regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with experience managing multiple priorities and interpreting data to support decision-making.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with experience building collaborative relationships across diverse teams and serving as a trusted partner to stakeholders.
- Experience working independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other technology tools used to support environmental health and safety programs.
- Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds unaided and manipulate 55-gallon drums of hazardous waste.
- Ability to wear a respirator and pass an annual physical examination.
- Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
- Must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Nice To Haves
- 40 Hour HAZWOPER (or able to obtain one within 12 months of hire)
- Experience in hazardous waste management, environmental compliance, research safety, health and safety.
- Bachelor’s Degree.
Responsibilities
- Support hazardous, biohazardous, and universal waste collection, storage, transportation, and disposal activities across campus.
- Coordinate waste vendor activities, maintain regulatory records, and support hazardous waste operations through BioRaft and other compliance tools.
- Conduct environmental compliance inspections, laboratory safety assessments, and occupational safety activities, including respirator fit testing and mold assessments.
- Partner with campus departments to support environmental health, safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Benefits
- Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
- Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
- Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
