Senior Occupational Safety Coordinator

. Work under the general direction of Fire and Life Safety Officer .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Work under the general direction of Fire and Life Safety Officer
Be primarily responsible for construction, fire and life safety code and regulatory compliance for the entire campus
Monitor campus programs designed to identify, evaluate and control occupational hazards to UAMS employees, including respiratory protection, biological safety, chemical safety and radiation safety
Stay up to date with regulatory changes and update SOPs as needed
Conduct safety audits to assess compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Evaluate employee and student safety, recommend corrective actions, and conduct follow-up audits
Provide general, electrical, and fire safety training to university employees and students
Help develop policies and procedures that support regulatory compliance
Maintain administrative records for the Safety Compliance Division
Perform other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in environmental sciences, safety, industrial hygiene, chemistry, physics, or a related field
Three (3) or more years of experience in occupational health and safety or a related field
Computer competency
OSHA’s Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response standard (HAZWOPER); 40 Hour initial training with eight (8) hours annual refresher
CPR/AED Certified
Ability to follow oral instructions, read and write
Knowledge of codes, standards, and ability to utilize and make appropriate decisions
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

Comp & perks