Job Details

Safety Officer

Position Number: 7101865
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Occupational and Environmental Safety

Safety Officer
Lubbock
44518BR
Chemistry

Position Description
Performs complex safety and health program work. Work involves implementing safety policies and procedures, supporting the safety training and education of staff, inspecting work areas and activities for hazards, and investigating accidents. Works under direct supervision with qualified latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

Major/Essential Functions

Assist and advise Departmental faculty and staff on safety issues and on ways to improve safety conditions.
Supervise and coordinate safety efforts within teaching and research labs. Check to determine that all research and teaching labs follow appropriate safety protocols.
Be physically present at all scheduled Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) inspections. Work with EH&S during Department safety inspections.
Aid EH&S during Departmental environmental clean up.
Assist EH&S during waste collection and pick up.
Regularly walk through research and teaching labs to promote safe conditions and ensure that the labs are following national, state, and university regulations.
Communicate to the Department any changes in national, state, and university regulations that are pertinent with regard to safety and safety management. Partner with all stakeholders in the safety education and training of the personnel as appropriate.
Serve as a member of the Department Safety Committee.
Actively engage in continual professional development on safety matters.

Required Qualifications
Graduation from high school with four years of work experience or an associate degree in a STEM field. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and perform basic math. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate ideas clearly and concisely.

Preferred Qualifications
Completion of a certified 40 hour HAZWOPER course.

Pay Range
$23.08 - $30.63 - $37.69

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.