Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Laboratory Safety Coordinator Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal. Posting Summary Support and implement the University’s safety and regulatory compliance programs in laboratories and other workplace settings, with a focus on OSHA and EPA regulations, as well as UVM’s Environmental Management Plan and UVM’s Laboratory Safety Policy. Provide safety outreach to over 700 campus laboratories, their PIs, faculty, and lab technicians, as well as to other job sites with chemical hazards, such as in the Art and Theatre Departments. Coordinate with other safety professionals in the department to maintain a consistent safety program campus wide. Support the University’s Indoor Air Quality response program by investigating concerns, providing or obtaining needed technical support, working with occupants and Physical Plant staff to resolve issues when they arise. Provide training in chemical and blood borne pathogens safety to laboratory and non-laboratory UVM workers and students. Position is in the Department of Environmental Health & Safety ( EHS ) and autonomously works within a broader division that has a universal commitment to workplace diversity and inclusion, environmental sustainability and delivering great experiences to customers. Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Bachelor’s degree in related science and four years of experience in health and safety profession or in a laboratory setting. Effective communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities required. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability and delivering exceptional value and great customer service. Valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain. Desirable Qualifications Anticipated Pay Range $58,000-$62,000 Other Information Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, Background Check required for this position FLSA Exempt Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate) Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice. Job Open Date 01/21/2025 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.) Open Until Filled Yes Position Information Position Title Safety Coordinator Posting Number S5494PO Department Environmental Health & Safety/11531 Position Number 005818 Employee FTE 1.0 Employee Term 12 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Please specify here where applicable. Enter "NA" if not applicable. (Open Ended Question) + * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? + Chronicle of Higher Education + HigherEdJobs + Inside Higher Ed + LinkedIn + Seven Days + UVM Employee (Please specify below) + UVM Employment Web Site + Vermont JobLink (Department of Labor) + Other (Please specify below) Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter/Letter of Application Optional Documents + Curriculum Vitae