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Safety & Environmental Compliance Specialist I - 008852 at University of South Alabama – Mobile, Alabama

University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States
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Position Information
Position Number008852
Position TitleSafety & Environmental Compliance Specialist I - 008852
DivisionFinance and Administration
Department173810 - Safety & Environmental Comp Office
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent, three years of directly related experience, possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage with the University of South Alabama. Must obtain Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response certification within six months of employment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Current Hazardous Materials CDL is preferred.
Job Description Summary
The University of South Alabama’s department of Safety & Environmental Compliance is seeking to hire a Safety & Environmental Compliance Specialist I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions
These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
  • Assists with daily TS&D (treatment, storage & disposal) facility operations for hazardous waste.
  • Collects, packages, tests, stores, transports and/or disposes of hazardous and universal waste materials in coordination with other departmental personnel.
  • Represents the department in the absences of the Director or Emergency Management/Safety Coordinator to include mitigation of hazardous materials incidents and to fully direct response activities, if needed.
  • Performs routine biological and/or chemical sampling for potential exposure and regulatory compliance.
  • Assists with chemical fume hood and biosafety cabinet testing and certification program.
  • Assists with post laboratory closure operations.
  • Records hazardous materials data for statistical analyses and reports.
  • Assists in reported laboratory accidents, incident/accident investigations, and cleanup as needed.
  • Performs any additional activity necessary to protect the health and safety of the University Community to include the authority of intervention in matters of imminent danger and department regulatory oversight.
  • May on occasion be required to perform “Confined Space Entry” environmental monitoring.
  • Regular and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required, including respond to after-hour emergencies.
  • Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date02/13/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working DaysMonday - Friday
Working Hours7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Job LocationMain Campus
Full-time or Part-TimeFull Time
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you at least 18 years of age?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
    • Less than High School
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
    • Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
  5. * How many years of related experience do you have?
    • Less than 1 year
    • Between 1 - 3 years
    • Between 3 - 5 years
    • Between 5 - 7 years
    • More than 7 years
  6. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * Do you possess a current Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response certification?
    • Yes
    • No
  8. * How did you hear about this position?
    • USA website
    • LinkedIn
    • Zip Recruiter
    • Indeed
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
    • Facebook
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
    Optional Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter

    The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.


    EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.


    Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
    The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

    Job Location

    Mobile, Alabama, 36688, United States

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