- Accurately documents violations and regulation changes and
effectively communicates necessary findings to the appropriate
authorities
- Reviews industry updates and directs the development of safety
communications and associated staff
- Manages the logistics of a safety program and is responsible
for its implementation and operational success
- Leads the day-to-day activities of a health and safety work
unit
School/College/Division Description:
The Division of Finance and Administrative Affairs delivers
essential business services that provide a foundation for UWM's
student success, research excellence, community engagement, climate
and culture, and visibility and image.
The departments in Finance & Administrative Affairs provide a
wide array of services to steward and facilitate the management of
the university's primary resources: human capital, finances,
facilities, and information technology. FAA staff perform the
accounting functions, plan for building construction and
remodeling, provide technology infrastructure and enterprise IT
services and resources, maintain healthy and safe research
environments, provide security and protective services, clean and
maintain the campus buildings and grounds, ensure fiscal integrity
of campus financial operations, and provide legal advice and
representation.
Consistent with UWM's guiding values, we strive in all we do to
model and promote innovations and collaboration, integrity and
responsibility, positive transformation of individuals, transparent
and inclusive decisions, a caring community, stewardship of
resources, diversity in all its definitions, and pride in our vital
role.
Facilities, Planning and Management is committed to promoting
respect and civility in the workplace. Our staff serves as role
models by practicing exemplary behaviors when working with
customers, fellow faculty and staff members, students, and
visitors. The mission of the department is to provide a safe,
sustainable, and accessible physical environment that supports
learning, research, working, living, and recreation. The
organization supports the academic and strategic objectives of the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with commitment and pride in
everything they do.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, environmental health
and safety (EHS), or industrial hygiene discipline or a related
field an equivalent combination of education and experience
relating to this position
• Minimum 2 years of research (i.e., chemical, biological,
radiological) safety experience
• Experience providing education and training for laboratory staff
in: chemical or research safety, proper laboratory practices, or
techniques for safe handling of research materials (i.e., chemical,
biological, radiological) and equipment
• Detailed knowledge of federal and state health and safety
regulations and codes relating to laboratories
• Experience in conducting inspections or investigations
• Experience with report writing or prescribing hazard mitigation
techniques and controls
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Driver license (or other such
valid operator's permit recognized by the Wisconsin Department of
Transportation) and be able to meet or exceed the minimum
requirements for driving on state business as detailed here:
https://uwm.edu/safety-assurances/programs/risk-management/drivers/.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree in chemistry, biology, engineering or other
science-related degree, environmental health and safety, industrial
hygiene, or a related field
• Four (4) or more years of chemical or research safety
experience
• Experience as a Chemical Hygiene Officer
• Experience working in a university or higher education
setting
• Experience as a Biological Safety Officer or Laser Safety
Officer
• Possess a Certified Hazardous Materials Managers (CHMM),
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety
Professional (CSP) certification
• Possess 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
(HAZWOPER) training
• Experience creating/updating websites
Compensation:
The starting salary for this role will be between
$65,000 -
$78,000 per year, but the final salary offer will be contingent
upon the knowledge, skills, and abilities demonstrated throughout
the selection process.
Additional Information:
The selected candidate must complete a Vehicle Use Agreement
application which allows a review of driver records to compare the
candidate's driving record to the University Driver Authorization
Standards (
Risk Management -
Safety & Assurances). Employment is contingent upon
successfully meeting these requirements.
This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must be
legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of
hire. Selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to
work in the United States by completing the required
I-9 form upon
hire.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a
cover letter and resume addressing your professional
level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred
qualifications.
Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach
all required documents prior to submitting the online
application.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to
ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they
meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not
meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside
from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.
Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to
provide three professional/supervisor references through an
external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted
prior to candidates being notified.
This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of
11/12/2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted
by 11/08/2026. Applications submitted after 11/08/2026 may not be
reviewed.
Questions about the position should be directed to Trevor Maloney
at maloney3@uwm.edu.
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to
university policy,
UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment.
Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to
make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a
disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying
because of a disability, please contact
uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463.
This job announcement and other material on this site will be made
available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a
disability.
Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law.
UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who
request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by
Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the
identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the
appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the
prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your
references will be required to answer questions regarding any past
findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending
allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery
Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and
information about campus security policies, see
http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or
call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414)
229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their
start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to
work in the United States and to complete the required employment
eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are
committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of
backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply.
To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Laboratory-Safety-Program-Manager_JR10016149.
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