Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Company: University of Central Florida
Location: Orlando
Posted on: April 23, 2025

Job Description:

The Opportunity:
This Environmental Health & Safety Specialist position serves as a training coordinator to ensure that the university's safety training needs are met. The individual in this position develops, implements, and manages the comprehensive laboratory, environmental management, and workplace safety training programs to protect people and the environment, administers the EHSA database, and assists with the development and design of informational web and print media for the department.

Responsibilities:
Develop and Deliver EHS Training:
* Conduct engaging lectures and hands-on training sessions on laboratory safety, environmental management, fire safety, and workplace safety topics, adapting delivery methods to audience needs.

Manage Training Records and Data:
* Maintain accurate and organized training data and records in compliance with departmental procedures and regulatory requirements.

Apply Instructional Design Principles:
* Utilize systematic analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) principles to create effective online and classroom-based training programs.

EHSA Database Management:
* Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot the training section of the EHSA database to ensure reliable data collection and generate comprehensive training reports.

Collaborate with Stakeholders:
* Serve as a liaison and collaborate with academic departments, campus units, and regulatory experts to define training objectives and develop effective learning and assessment materials using appropriate pedagogical strategies.

Learning Management System Administration:
* Manage the assignment, tracking, and completion of required training courses through platforms such as Webcourses, Workday, and other web-based learning management systems.

Continuous Improvement and Research:
* Collect, analyze, and report on training evaluation scores and feedback to drive continuous improvement of training courses and programs.
* Research emerging technologies and training strategies to enhance departmental training effectiveness.

Communication and Outreach:
* Coordinate public relations and marketing efforts to communicate and inform relevant entities about available training and departmental programs.

EHSA Database Support and Training:
* Provide comprehensive support and training on the use of the EHSA database, including onboarding for new staff and specialized training for evolving roles, processes, and database functionalities.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Management, Safety Engineering, or a closely related field.
  
• Minimum of 3 years of general safety experience.
  
• Previous experience conducting EHS trainings.
  
  
  
  Special Instructions to the Applicants:
  Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.
  
  Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
  As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
  
  Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:
  
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  • Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
    
  • Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
    
  • Retirement savings options
    
  • Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
    
  • Education assistance
    
  • Flexible work environment
    
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    Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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    DepartmentEnvironmental Health and SafetyWork ScheduleMonday-Friday 8am-5pm; Onsite; outside Business hours needed once a quarter for training late shift professionalsType of AppointmentRegularExpected Salary$64,518.00 to NegotiableJob Posting End Date05-07-2025-12-00-AMAs a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email .

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