Environmental Health and Safety Specialist I

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist I in Boca Raton, FL. This role primarily supports the EH&S fire safety program. Key responsibilities include serving as a liaison to the State Fire Marshal, coordinating SFM inspections of facilities and construction sites, responding to fire alarms, and coordinating corrective actions for fire safety deficiencies.

Requirements

High school diploma and four years of appropriate experience required.

Responsibilities

Conducts inspections and prepares recommendations for corrective action.
Coordinates the maintenance of safety equipment.
Conducts training programs to educate the university community on preventative measures.
Reviews accidental injury reports, conducts investigations, and maintains statistics of accident cases.
Assists in reviewing plans for new construction and renovation for compliance with applicable building codes.
Provides support for general EH&S operations, including record keeping, training, equipment maintenance, and EH&S facilities and vehicle maintenance.
Collects and transports hazardous wastes.
Performs job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family)
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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).