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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application_Process_for_External_Applications_Non-Penn_State_Employees_.pdf) .

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) (https://ehs.psu.edu/) is seeking an individual with a thorough understanding of fire and life safety practices along with knowledge of occupational safety and health principles and regulations. The Workplace Safety Specialist position is located at the University Park campus and provides workplace safety and health support at all University locations (including all Commonwealth campuses and research locations), except the Hershey Medical Center and College of Medicine.

Responsibilities include:

• Manages the University’s Building Emergency Evacuation Plan (BEEP) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) programs. Provides implementation guidance and conducts routine audits to ensure program effectiveness.

• Provides program implementation support to EHS Workplace Safety and Health group including fire safety, occupational safety, and industrial hygiene efforts.

• Interprets and applies workplace safety and health regulations, codes, and standards of practice to activities throughout the University.

• Conducts risk assessments of buildings, operations, and events to identify potential hazards including coverage of home football games. Assesses adherence to applicable regulatory standards and University operating procedures.

• Initiates and develops procedures, programs, and design standards to address fire safety issues.

• Develops and conducts training programs to meet regulatory expectations and build awareness of University safety and health issues. Identifies outreach opportunities and engages with the University community to enhance the understanding of safety and health concepts within both employee and student populations.

• Routinely assesses program metrics to identify new performance goals and training opportunities.

• Manages data associated with assigned programs and ensures that records are maintained in accordance with regulatory and University requirements.

• Serves as team lead in responding to fire, smoke, and alarm conditions and coordinates with EHS staff, campus units, police, fire, and contractors.

• Participates on EHS team and provides support to further departmental mission and provides services to other EHS programs as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimally requires a bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Safety and Health, Fire Science, or a related discipline plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Position requires a thorough understanding of fire and life safety practices along with knowledge of occupational safety and health principles and regulations.

• Demonstrated experience communicating technical information to a wide range of audiences is necessary.

• This position is required to respond to campus emergencies as directed.

Clearances:

• This position requires operating a motor vehicle as part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required, in addition to standard background checks and clearances. Additionally, you must be able to achieve medical clearance and be able to wear respiratory protection.

Benefits for full-time employees at Penn State include (visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information):

• Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

• Tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26)

• Generous vacation time and sick time

• 16 paid holidays/campus closure days

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

$56,200.00 - $81,500.00

Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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