Health and Safety Manager

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Feb 05, 2025

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits.
The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
Your Resume and Cover Letter will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education and professional experience. Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application.

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	008303
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Working Title	Health and Safety Manager
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year	12
Work Schedule	8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday This position may be eligible for a telework schedule once onboarding into position is complete and with supervisor approval.
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Exempt
Division	Business Affairs
Department	Safety & Security (Adm)
Work Location	EHS Building Facilities Annex 8
Salary Range	$90,580 - $100,000
Primary Purpose of Department	The UNC Charlotte Environmental Health and Safety office implements policies, procedures and programs designed to protect people, property, and the environment. The Environmental Health and Safety office promotes a culture of safety by advancing adherence to environmental protection and occupational health and safety compliance regulations.
Primary Purpose of Position	The primary purpose of this position is to research, develop, implement, analyze and continuously improve the Environmental Health and Safety program.
Summary of Position Responsibilities	The responsibilities of the position include: Management and coordination of all aspects of the occupational safety and health compliance programs including, but not limited to: Injury and illness prevention Job hazard analysis Hearing conservation Indoor air quality Industrial hygiene Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection Medical surveillance Confined space Lockout/tagout Electrical safety Machine guarding Specific responsibilities include, but not limited Program development. Consultation. Training. Hazard assessments. Inspections. Audits. Investigations. Record-keeping. Long-term goals. Supervision. Incident response and coordinating. OSHA compliance with various stakeholders.
Minimum Education/Experience	Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience; or Master's degree in a physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology or related discipline; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Some positions may require additional training or licensure.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	A Master's degree in business administration, public administration, management, physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology, or related discipline. Relevant professional certification (e.g., CSP, CIH, ARM, etc.). Seven or more years of demonstrated health and safety program development, leadership, and communication skills equal to the requirements of the position. Experience with establishing a health and safety management system in a higher education or public setting. Experience using technology to automate processes and manage projects. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team building skills. Demonstrated ability to investigate complex incidents, determine root causes and gain University administrators support to implement remedial actions.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses	Accreditation as a Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
Special Notes to Applicants	UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits. The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report. Your Resume and Cover Letter will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education and professional experience. Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application.
Posting Open Date	02/05/2025
Posting Close Date	02/28/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Proposed Hire Date	03/10/2025
If time-limited please indicate appointment end date
Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
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Where did you learn about this posting?

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Do you have a Master's Degree in business administration, public administration, management, physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology, or related discipline?
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- Related discipline
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Do you have any certifications specific to the position you are applying to? (e.g., CSP, CIH, ARM, etc.) If so, please state which certifications you currently have.

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Do you have experience establishing a health and safety management system in a higher education or public setting?
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- No
- Knowledge of with limited experience
- Knowledge of with no direct experience

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Cover Letter / Letter of Interest