Environmental Health and Safety Specialist I

Florida Atlantic University • Jupiter, FL

1d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist I - Jupiter, FL. The Department of Environmental Health and Safety aims to provide and ensure a safe and healthy environment for the FAU Community through comprehensive service. The Environment, Health, and Safety Specialist I position is a critical role that promotes a culture of safety, sustainability, and well-being within Florida Atlantic University. Summary of Responsibilities: Support the EH&S fire safety program, hazardous materials, and general EH&S operations. Responds to hazardous materials requirements for laboratories. Liaison with State Fire Marshal and coordination of SFM inspections of facilities and construction sites. Responds to fire alarms and coordinates corrective actions for fire safety deficiencies. Responsible for record keeping, training, equipment maintenance, EH&S facilities, and vehicle maintenance. Work on special projects as needed.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and four years of appropriate experience required.
• Appropriate college coursework may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the EH&S fire safety program, hazardous materials, and general EH&S operations.
• Responds to hazardous materials requirements for laboratories.
• Liaison with State Fire Marshal and coordination of SFM inspections of facilities and construction sites.
• Responds to fire alarms and coordinates corrective actions for fire safety deficiencies.
• Responsible for record keeping, training, equipment maintenance, EH&S facilities, and vehicle maintenance.
• Work on special projects as needed.

Benefits

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees