Occupational Safety Coordinator

University of Arkansas System

. Perform worksite assessments to identify risks and hazards and determine regulatory compliance .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting worksite assessments, investigating occupational hazards, and ensuring regulatory compliance in health and safety. Proficient in training and educating workers on safety practices while managing hazardous materials and emergency response protocols.

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OSHA HAZWOPER CertificationWorksite AssessmentHazardous Chemical Waste ManagementOccupational Health and Safety ExperienceSafety Training and Education

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Hard Skills

Regulatory ComplianceReport WritingRisk IdentificationAccident InvestigationSafety Monitoring

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Hand TruckDrum Dolly

Certifications & Qualifications

40 Hour HAZWOPER TrainingAnnual TB Screening

Industry Keywords

Occupational HealthSafety ComplianceEmergency ResponseChemical HygieneHazardous Waste Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform worksite assessments to identify risks and hazards and determine regulatory compliance
Investigate occupational or worksite accidents and issues
Write reports based on findings
Communicate with managers and employees about unsafe work practices and health and safety compliance issues
Conduct training and safety education sessions for workers
Monitor campus programs for identifying, evaluating, and controlling occupational hazards
Accept, process, pack, document, and track hazardous chemical waste for storage, shipment, and disposal
Assist with environmental compliance
Serve as a member of the Emergency Spill Response Team
Stay current with regulatory changes and update SOPs as needed
Work under the general direction of the Chemical Hygiene Officer

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience in occupational health and safety related field
Computer competency
Ability to lift items up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Ability to maneuver 55 gallon drums using a hand truck or drum dolly
Must medically qualify to wear a respirator and other protective equipment, as needed
Frequent exposure to hazardous chemical and radioactive wastes
OSHA’s Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response standard (HAZWOPER); 40 Hour initial training with eight (8) hours annual refresher
Annual TB Screening
Criminal Background Check
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy