Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Join Georgia Southern University, a dynamic Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with three campuses in Hinesville, Savannah, and Statesboro. We serve 26,000 students across associate's, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. Recognized as one of America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2018, we offer an exciting environment for personal and professional growth, steeped in tradition and academic distinction.
About the role
Assist Georgia Southern University’s Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) program with environmental initiatives and occupational safety. Respond to hazardous waste emergencies and lead campus prevention efforts. This role may also support similar tasks on the Statesboro Campus as needed.
Responsibilities
- Respond to work order requests for pickups of hazardous waste, universal waste, or biomedical waste
- Perform routine inspections of labs, shops, eyewashes/showers, and environmental compliance
- Assist with annual certification of laboratory ventilation systems (e.g., chemical fume hoods, biological safety cabinets, and local exhaust systems)
- Maintain accurate and concise records
- Respond to incidents, customer requests, emergencies, and site clean-ups
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences or a related field
- One (1) or more years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of regulations governing EHS programs
- Experience in higher education, research laboratories, environmental consultation, or comparable institutional environments
- Work experience in higher education
Skills
- Engaging customer service
- Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office, Google applications, and other position-specific software
- Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational, and human relations skills
- Adherence to University policies and procedures to support institutional goals and mission
Pay
$17.55 - $21.97 per hour (non-exempt, bi-weekly pay)
Conditions of Employment
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without University assistance
- Offers contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including criminal and credit checks (if applicable), and confirmation of credentials and employment history
- Subject to pre-employment drug testing
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment
- Ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation
- Occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, or special events as needed
- Must be able to walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to use respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment as required