Industrial Safety Instructor & Campus Safety Coordinator

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ATI
5700 Southern Blvd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23462, USA

Overview:

The Industrial Safety Instructor & Coordinator is a faculty role responsible for delivering instruction within an assigned program (e.g., Industrial Maintenance or related technical programs) while supporting campus-wide safety initiatives. This position carries a reduced teaching load to allow dedicated time for coordinating safety practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a culture of safety across ATI. The role integrates safety leadership with instruction to ensure students graduate with strong technical and workplace safety competencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach courses within an assigned ATI program in alignment with curriculum and learning outcomes.
• Design and deliver safety-related instruction relevant to programs offered by ATI.
• Collaborate with academic leaders and teaching staff to integrate safety best practices into hands-on lab and shop environments.
• Develop, update, and maintain safety training materials aligned with industry standards and employer expectations.
• Oversee campus safety policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable regulations.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments of labs, classrooms, and common areas.
• Lead incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action processes.
• Coordinate and facilitate emergency preparedness efforts, including drills (fire, evacuation, lockdown, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records of safety training, certifications, incidents, and compliance activities.
• Support faculty and staff in implementing and reinforcing safety standards within their programs.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through ongoing training, communication, and awareness initiatives.
• Assist in ensuring proper use, storage, and handling of tools, equipment, and hazardous materials.
• Participate in industry engagement activities to stay current with evolving safety standards and workforce expectations.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in occupational safety, industrial maintenance, skilled trades, or a related field preferred.
• Prior teaching, training, or instructional experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in OSHA compliance, safety audits, or workplace safety programs required.

Education:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Technology, or a related field preferred.

Certifications (Required):

• OSHA Outreach Trainer (General Industry) required or ability to obtain within 6–12 months
• CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor Certification (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe)

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