Occupational Safety Coordinator

Overview

Job No: 539834

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Environmental/Occupational Safety

Department:  - EHS-ENVR - HLTH - SAFETY-ADMIN

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Environmental Health & Safety CDR I
• Assists with the administration of the Indoor Environmental Quality Program and Exposure Monitoring Program, to include site assessments, air sampling, exposure monitoring, preparing reports, and equipment maintenance/calibrations.
• Assists with administration of the Asbestos Compliance Program, to include inspections of asbestos abatement sites, and sampling of suspected asbestos-containing material to evaluate regulatory and safety compliance.
• Assists with administration of the Respiratory Protection Program, including fit testing for respirators.
• Conducts occupational safety assessments for Housing and Facilities Services shops.
• Coordinates permitting and compliance activities for the Above ground and Underground Storage Tank (AST/UST) Program.
• Supports occupational safety training initiatives, benchmarking efforts, and safety-related data analysis.
• Operates UF/state vehicle as well as other duties as assigned.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver's License.

Certifications

• EPA:
  Asbestos Inspector Certification (Must obtain within the first year of employment)
• EPA:
  Asbestos Supervisor/Contractor Certification (Must obtain within the first year of employment)

Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, 40 hours per week. Travel to and from offices around campus. Occasional travel to offsite locations.

Expected Salary: $55,000 - $58,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications: Master s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience.

• Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or similar field
• EPA:
  Asbestos Inspector Certification (Must obtain within the first year of employment)
• EPA:
  Asbestos Supervisor/Contractor Certification (Must obtain within the first year of employment)
• Class A/B Operator Underground Storage Tank Certification
• Prior experience in Higher Education

• 3-5 years of work-related experience preferred

• Knowledge in occupational safety and IH
• Knowledge of federal and state health & safety regulations
• Knowledge of building construction and design

• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft (MS) Office

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to provide professional customer service
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing)
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Must be able to wear a respirator, if needed
• Position may require being in hot areas or outside in extreme temperatures, some climbing, walking, and bending at times
• Heavy lifting clearance - must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. at times

Special Instructions To Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes

Applications Close: 30 June 2026

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Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call  or the Florida Relay System at  (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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