The University of Texas System Administration
JOB DESCRIPTION
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The University of Texas System Administration JOB DESCRIPTION |
Effective Date: February 12, 2001 |
| Job Title | Safety Specialist |
| Job Code Number | 6619 |
| FLSA Category | Exempt |
| Job Purpose | Under general supervision, provides technical knowledge and expertise in the operation and support of U.T. System and institutional health and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and national consensus guidelines. |
| Education and experience required including training, registration, and licensure. | Bachelor’s degree in safety-related field with a minimum of one year experience in chemical safety, industrial hygiene, environmental health, occupational safety programs, loss prevention or related fields. |
| Supervision provided to others. | No |
Job Functions |
|
Number |
Description |
1. |
Develop, implement and coordinate safety programs. |
2. |
Analyze accident data and recommend proactive solutions to reduce the frequency and severity of accidents. |
3. |
Provide technical assistance system-wide to Safety and WCI staff. |
4. |
Maintain the pool and irrigation system by testing chemicals and changing sprinkler heads and pipes. |
5. |
Conduct periodic surveys and inspections of facilities and equipment to comply with code requirements, identify safety hazards, prevent accidents, and conserve University property. |
6. |
Develop and deliver safety training system-wide to employees. |
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be
performed
by the employee occupying this position. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties
necessary for the effective operation of the department. Any qualifications to be
considered as
equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of Human Resources.
| This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215. |