EHS Coordinator

Job Description

Responsible for implementing the Safety Program and meeting the overall Environmental Health & Safety needs of assigned campuses. Performs general safety work, including training, inspections, accident investigations, fire drills, safety meetings, presenting progress reports, monitoring compliance with external agency findings, and evaluating the campus environment and safety equipment to ensure compliance with government safety regulations and industry standards.

Employees will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

Deliver required safety training for TSTC employees on assigned campuses.

Oversee and manage safety inspections of buildings, campus grounds, kitchens, shops, and safety equipment for assigned campuses.

Coordinate Safety meetings at each assigned campus, documenting them with meeting agendas and minutes.

Conduct accident investigations and complete reports as needed, and record data for quarterly review.

Train and supervise Campus Safety Coordinators and additional duty safety officers (ADSO, aka Safety Leads) for assigned campuses.

Coordinate fire drills and other emergency evacuations to reinforce safety training and prepare staff for emergency situations.

Identify, evaluate, and mitigate hazards and exposures through traditional inspections, risk assessments, and job safety analyses.

Evaluate the campus environment and safety equipment to ensure compliance with TSTC policies, government safety regulations, and industry standards and best practices.

Verifiable and demonstrated experience required.

Applies strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard identification practices, and environmental health standards to assess conditions, conduct inspections, and ensure full compliance across assigned campuses.

Delivers clear, engaging safety training and communicates expectations, procedures, and corrective actions in a way that supports employee understanding and promotes a culture of safety.

Leads and guides Campus Safety Coordinators and Safety Leads while coordinating campus safety activities, investigations, and emergency drills with consistency, professionalism, and proactive planning.

Applies comprehensive knowledge of occupational health, environmental, and safety regulations to ensure compliance with TSTC policies, state, and federal standards. Promotes a culture of safety across all assigned campuses.

Identifies potential hazards and exposures through inspections and analysis, implementing corrective and preventive actions to minimize risk and maintain a safe learning and work environment.

Designs and delivers effective safety training programs that educate and empower employees. Reinforces safe work practices through consistent communication, guidance, and engagement.

Leads and mentors Campus Safety Coordinators and Safety Leads to build a cohesive, proactive safety team. Collaborates with campus leadership and departments to align safety initiatives with institutional goals.

Develops and coordinates emergency plans and drills to ensure readiness for fire, weather, or other critical events. Guides staff in executing rapid and organized responses during emergencies.

This job description outlines the general responsibilities and expectations of the role. It is not intended to include every task or responsibility. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

This position is classified under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as exempt and operates in a professional and instructional environment that may include campus offices, classrooms, or lab settings. TSTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position. TSTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, or veteran status.

The role may require movement across campus, participation in meetings, and engagement with faculty, staff, and students to support institutional goals. Work is primarily performed in an office or academic environment using standard technology and communication tools. These activities can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation to support the essential functions of the role.

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity…