Job Description

The Environmental Health and Safety office seeks an Occupational Safety Coordinator. This position will improve the overall health and safety within shop and work areas by conducting program reviews/audits/inspections and developing and administering programs that promote general safety and health and assure regulatory compliance. Improve injury/illness prevention through investigation/root cause analysis and promote best safety practices. Correct identified deficiencies through ongoing program reviews and audits/inspections. Assist with the industrial hygiene program by testing local exhaust ventilation systems, performing respirator fit tests, and assisting with noise and chemical exposure monitoring.

Work Modality: Hybrid within Iowa.

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About Pay And Compensation

Pay Grade: 3A

Qualifications

Education or Equivalency Required:

A Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Required Qualifications

• Working level proficiency of occupational safety guidelines, principles and practices.
• Able to assess worksite conditions, equipment and machinery to gauge if they are in safe, working order and make recommendations.
• Work with supervisors to ensure injury incident investigations are completed and that good corrective actions are in place to prevent the issues from happening again.
• High level proficiency processing information accurately and with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with tools, techniques, and processes for gathering and reporting data in a department or division. Ability to use Microsoft Office programs and mobile devices for data recording and retrieval.
• Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

• Work experience implementing a safety program and procedures.
• Technical training covering OSHA, NFPA or related workplace regulations, guidelines and standards.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of higher education policies, procedures and regulations.
• Practical experience (typically 1-3 years) with occupational or environmental health and safety issues, e.g., conducting assessments and/or audits.

Position And Application Details And Instructions

Include your driver’s license information as a certification under the license and certifications section.

Required

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following required documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check, verification of a valid state or commercial driver’s license, and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent (vpr-talent@uiowa.edu)

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. About the University of Iowa

Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.

Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.

Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Safety Coordinator
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus, Hybrid within Iowa

Compensation

• Pay Level: 3A
• Starting Salary Minimum: 3A

Contact Information

• Organization: Research/Hygienics Lab
• Contact Name: VPR Talent
• Contact Email: vpr-talent@uiowa.edu

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area, Remote work,

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