Safety Specialist 1 at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req35947

Working Title:
Safety Specialist 1

Position Grade:
12

Position Summary:
Position Summary:
Under general supervision, assists in monitoring and coordinating campusenvironmental health and safety programs, including safety inspections,accident investigations, and safety training.

Essential Functions:
Assists in the development and implementation of university-wide safetyprograms, including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, fire protection, andother OSHA compliance programs.
Monitors safety protocols and procedures to ensure the safety of students,faculty, and staff and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations,including OSHA, EPA, and NMED.
Performs hazard analyses and recommends appropriate mitigation measures.
Assists in the development and maintenance of departmental safety work ordertracking and reporting systems.
Conducts routine and follow-up environmental health and safety inspections ofuniversity facilities and reports findings to higher-level safety staff.
Assists in responding to emergency situations involving hazardous materials,fire and smoke incidents, or unknown hazards; prepares reports and submits recommendations.
Monitors and documents the condition and location of fire extinguishers, firealarm systems, automatic fire suppression systems, special ventilation systems,and other fire safety equipment.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities:
Assists in developing and delivering environmental health and/or safetytraining programs under the guidance of higher-level staff.
Assists in maintaining automated records and recordkeeping systems.
Assists in evaluating the transport and disposal of hazardous chemicals andmaterials.
Provides technical support and safety guidance to lower-level staff within EHSand to the campus community.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Requires considerable physical activity, including lifting, pushing, or pullingobjects up to 50 pounds; physical work comprises more than 70% of job duties.
Work involves exposure to hazards or physical risks requiring adherence tostandard safety precautions.
May involve exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke,unpleasant odors, and/or loud noise.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• A valid New Mexico driver's license will be required if a motor vehicle must be operated on the job.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Specific personnel training is required for employees working with hazardous materials and hazardous waste.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
Environ Health & Safety (685A)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Regular - Full-Time
Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $3,844.53 - $5,399.33

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
3/2/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter. Please use your cover letter to describe your interest in the position and highlight relevant experience and qualifications. Incomplete applications may not be reviewed.Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Construction Safety:
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction and/or General Industry certification or higher.
• Experience conductingjobsite hazard assessments, including fall protection, scaffolding, excavation,and struck-by hazard identification in active construction environments.
• Familiarity withconstruction site safety management plans, job hazard analyses (JHAs), andtoolbox talk facilitation.
• Experience workingalongside general contractors, subcontractors, and project managers to enforcesafety compliance without disrupting project timelines.

Fire Safety:
• Experience conducting fire risk assessments and pre-fire planning inconstruction or industrial settings.
• Familiarity with hotwork permit programs and hands-on experience managing hot work safety proceduresin construction environments.
• Experience coordinatingwith local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and fire marshals duringinspections or code compliance reviews.

Blueprint Reading:
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret architectural, structural,mechanical, and electrical construction drawings to identify safety-relateddesign elements and potential hazards.
• Ability to identifylife safety features on blueprints such as egress routes, exit locations, fire-ratedassemblies, and suppression system layouts.

Additional Qualifications:
• Abilityto perform safety inspections ensuring compliance with OSHA and NFPA safetystandards.
• Abilityto communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
• Abilityto gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Skillin performing safety inspections and ensuring compliance with OSHA safetystandards.
• Knowledgeof federal, state and local safety regulations, protocols, and/or procedures.
• Abilityto react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Abilityto investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions.
• Abilityto work effectively with diverse populations.
• HighSchool Diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to theduties and responsibilities specified.
• Completeddegree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum educationrequirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.