Environmental Safety Specialist I

The College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin

. Conduct inspections, monitoring, training, and testing of sites for compliance with university storm water, wastewater, SPCC, PSTs/USTs, and other environmental programs .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental compliance, sampling, and training, with a strong focus on safety and regulatory adherence. Capable of conducting inspections, managing waste processes, and communicating effectively with stakeholders.

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Environmental SamplingCompliance ReportingHazardous Waste ManagementEnvironmental TrainingQuality Control

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Hard Skills

Environmental ComplianceChemical Waste ManagementBiological Waste ProcessingStorm Water SamplingWastewater SamplingPermit ManagementAnalytical TestingCalibration of EquipmentData AnalysisStandard Operating Procedures

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingAttention to DetailInterpersonal RelationshipsInitiative

Certifications & Qualifications

Hazardous Waste Operator CertificationHazardous Materials TrainingDepartment of Transportation Shipper Certification

Industry Keywords

Environmental Health and SafetySPCCPSTs/USTsSWPPP InspectionsOccupational HealthIndustrial HygieneEnvironmental ProgramsCompliance StandardsQuality ControlEnvironmental Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct inspections, monitoring, training, and testing of sites for compliance with university storm water, wastewater, SPCC, PSTs/USTs, and other environmental programs
Attend seminars and workshops to maintain environmental-program knowledge
Conduct and present environmental training for institutional employees and students
Perform chemical and biological waste pickups, packaging, transporting, segregating, and processing on UT Austin campuses and satellite locations
Schedule or coordinate waste pickups with customers
Collect storm water and wastewater samples and submit discharge requests to storm and sanitary sewer
Test, inspect, and calibrate equipment as needed
Review and perform quality control of analytical results
Assist with permit-required reports and reports determined by senior staff
Maintain program compliance reporting systems and develop corrective actions and training for deficient areas
Communicate with stakeholders across UT Austin main campus and satellite locations
Document corrective actions and assist in developing standard operating procedures and written guidelines
Respond to environmental complaints and problems, including hazardous and non-hazardous spills, odors, and contamination
Analyze incident causes and environmental, personnel, and facility-safety impacts; report findings to management
Schedule and monitor pretreatment-device services and disposal of non-hazardous waste streams
Ensure waste profiles are current and inspect pretreatment units
Work primarily on the UT Austin campus four days per week under a Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM schedule

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Science, Natural Science, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene, or related field
Experience with environmental sampling, permitting and/or compliance
Working experience with accuracy and attention to detail, effective communication, initiative, interpersonal relationships, problem solving, and service excellence
Basic understanding of critical thinking and decision making
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
Preferred: two years of experience in environmental health and safety or a related field
Preferred: two years of experience performing environmental sampling or SWPPP inspections
Currently certified Hazardous Waste Operator or completed Hazardous Materials training preferred
Training to be a Department of Transportation certified shipper for Hazardous Materials preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship
Criminal background check required for selected applicant
Must be able to work in all weather conditions, extreme temperatures, around chemical fumes, biohazards, chemicals, and electrical/mechanical hazards
May require tuberculosis screening and occasional respirator use
Must drive University vehicles and maintain acceptable driver rating
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical activities including walking, standing, squatting, stooping, climbing, and moving heavy materials
Must be able to work occasional nights, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, confined spaces, manholes, tunnels, and elevated work
Must participate in on-call program if able to meet qualifications
Resume/CV, three work references including at least one supervisor reference, and letter of interest required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Free training access through LinkedIn Learning
Professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Flexible work arrangements
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment furnished
Work-life balance with typically a 40 hour work week
On-call program participation
Expected to continue position