What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Safety Specialist position at Oklahoma State University?
Assist the Occupational Safety Program Manager in developing and executing health and safety plans at OSU according to legal guidelines.
Primary Responsibilities:
Coordinate and conduct safety training for all employees of the OSU System as needed
Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions
Perform periodic inspections and audits of OSU departments.
Investigate accidents or incidents to discover root cause
Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures
Key programs include:
Construction Safety
Contractor Safety
General Safety
Trenching/Shoring
Powered Industrial Trucks
Confined Space
LOTO
Machinery Safety
Electrical Safety
Job Hazard Analysis
Accident/Incident Investigation
Workers Compensation
OSHA 300 Log
Safety Training
Regular exposure to physically demanding and hazardous tasks including walking for long periods of time, bending, stopping, lifting, standing, reaching and climbing stairs/ladders. Must pass post-offer physical exam and be physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment. Must be able to lift in excess of 30 pounds.
Working conditions range from clean to dirty atmospheres under all types of conditions and weather.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach resume and cover letter.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree in safety or a related field and three years of experience working with safety equipment, performing inspections, and report writing.
Valid Driver’s License.
Certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED. If needed, certifications will be provided by the department within six months of employment. Additional recertifications will be provided throughout employment as required to remain up to date.
Ability to communicate well (verbally and written) with good report writing skills.
Knowledge in the field of safety, risk management, accident prevention and OSHA regulations.
Skills to coordinate and conduct safety training for all employees in the OSU system.
Ability to work with a variety of backgrounds at all levels within the University.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Computer skills to include operation and utilization of various software programs to include MS office.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
Primary Responsibilities:
Coordinate and conduct safety training for all employees of the OSU System as needed
Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions
Perform periodic inspections and audits of OSU departments.
Investigate accidents or incidents to discover root cause
Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities or new prevention measures
Key programs include:
Construction Safety
Contractor Safety
General Safety
Trenching/Shoring
Powered Industrial Trucks
Confined Space
LOTO
Machinery Safety
Electrical Safety
Job Hazard Analysis
Accident/Incident Investigation
Workers Compensation
OSHA 300 Log
Safety Training
Regular exposure to physically demanding and hazardous tasks including walking for long periods of time, bending, stopping, lifting, standing, reaching and climbing stairs/ladders. Must pass post-offer physical exam and be physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment. Must be able to lift in excess of 30 pounds.
Working conditions range from clean to dirty atmospheres under all types of conditions and weather.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach resume and cover letter.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree in safety or a related field and three years of experience working with safety equipment, performing inspections, and report writing.
Valid Driver’s License.
Certification in CPR, First Aid, and AED. If needed, certifications will be provided by the department within six months of employment. Additional recertifications will be provided throughout employment as required to remain up to date.
Ability to communicate well (verbally and written) with good report writing skills.
Knowledge in the field of safety, risk management, accident prevention and OSHA regulations.
Skills to coordinate and conduct safety training for all employees in the OSU system.
Ability to work with a variety of backgrounds at all levels within the University.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Computer skills to include operation and utilization of various software programs to include MS office.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
