"Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety Officer"

Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety Officer

Recruitment #: S2616
Review Date: Immediate review | Open until filled
Department: Facilities Services
Salary Rate: $58,987 - $69,397

About Western Oregon University:
Western Oregon University is a regional public, mid-sized university - committed to changing lives, strengthening communities and transforming our world. Located in Monmouth, the heart of Oregon's lush Willamette Valley, WOU is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state's capital and about 75 minutes from Portland, the state's cultural hub.

Western is one of Oregon's oldest public institutions of higher education and was incorporated into the state system as a teacher training institution in 1882. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in arts and sciences, education and professional areas. It's known for small class sizes, a focus on sustainability and a diverse liberal arts education in a student-centered environment. Western is a Hispanic Serving institution, with over 40% of undergraduates being students of color.

Position Summary:
The Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety Officer (EOHSO) ensures the overall safe condition of the institution while ensuring all employees are adequately trained and working in a safe environment; facilitates the Safety/Energy conservation committee and conducts injury investigations in accordance with the Worker's Compensation Act and OSHA standards; is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of the institution's hazardous waste and MSDS programs; ensures that WOU and WOU contractors remain in compliance with OSHA and DEQ regulations; manages OSHA required safety programs; compiles reports for DEQ, Fire Marshals, and others relevant to compliance with regulations; completes quarterly fire/life safety inspections of all buildings on campus; performs ergonomic assessments upon request; is a member of EPT.

Click here for the complete position description which includes knowledge areas and preferred qualifications.

Required Qualifications: Please ensure your application materials clearly demonstrate how you meet the following:

• Bachelor's degree
• Driver's license
• Certifications: First Aid/CPR Instructor, Hazardous Waste Management, Oregon OSHA Health and Safety
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

How to Apply: Please upload the following required materials within the application portal.
Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please include only the materials listed below: 1. WOU Employment Application form available here - unclassified/faculty 2. Cover Letter that outlines your qualifications and how they align with the position 3. Resume/CV 4. Unofficial transcripts for your highest degree earned 5. Complete and submit the Reference Check form, available here along with your application

Background/Education Check:
A criminal background check will be completed as a condition of employment. Education checks are processed for positions requiring a formal degree as a minimum requirement.

Benefits:
Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes 95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities. http://www.wou.edu/hr/benefits/