Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Job Title

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Job

Location:

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Assist Georgia Southern University EHS program regarding environmental programs and occupational safety. Respond to emergencies related to hazardous waste. Lead the campus in preventing any related issues. The EHS Specialist may also perform similar tasks on the Statesboro Campus to support the needs of the department.

• 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
• Provide assistance with annual certification of the laboratory ventilation systems (i.e. 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

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences or related field
• One (1) or more years of related work experience

• Knowledge of regulations governing EHS programs, experience in higher education, research laboratories, environmental consultation, or comparable institutional environment

$17.55 - $21.97 per hour

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check, drug test, confirmation of credentials and employment history. Applicants may be required to provide proof of valid driver's license. Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.