SafeState Environmental Health and Safety Consultant I - 530860

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

25d • Onsite

About The Position

The SafeState Environmental Health and Safety Consultant I provides independent, routine industrial hygiene, environmental, occupational safety, and/or occupational health consultation services. The position conducts onsite visits to businesses and industries in Alabama as needed, primarily through SafeState's OSHA Consultation area, with a safety-focused emphasis for construction and general industry. Consultations are performed in accordance with OSHA guidelines and University of Alabama policy. The consultant documents activities, identifies OSHA hazards, and assists in developing controls. The role also works with SafeState Environmental Programs as needed on inspections, assessments, environmental, health and safety surveys, and related field work. Regular overnight travel to consultation sites, including out-of-state travel, is required.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: high school diploma or GED and six years of relevant experience; associate's degree and four years of relevant experience; bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience; or master's degree and some relevant experience.
• Relevant experience must be in environmental, occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, or related technical work.
• Have a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Be at least 19 years old at the time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report in compliance with University policies; applicants under 21 will have some driving restrictions.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Have basic personal computer skills.
• Be able and willing to travel to remote, out-of-town locations within Alabama using a personal vehicle for at least three days per week, including overnight stays.
• Be able and willing to take periodic medical exams if necessary under OSHA regulations.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation, including review of information obtained from social media and other internet sources.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety and health regulations, especially as related to the OSHA 21(d) Consultation Program.
• Experience in a variety of industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent, routine consultation services in industrial hygiene, environmental, occupational safety, and/or occupational health.
• Conduct onsite consultations for construction and general industry businesses and industries throughout Alabama.
• Perform consultations in accordance with OSHA guidelines and University of Alabama policy.
• Document consultation activities.
• Identify OSHA hazards and assist in developing controls.
• Assist SafeState Environmental Programs with inspections, assessments, environmental, health and safety surveys, and related field work as needed.
• Travel regularly to consultation sites, including overnight and out-of-state travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED