Operational Safety Specialist

What You'll be Doing:Serves as the department’s primary resource for workplace safety and policy compliance, fostering a culture of safety through collaboration, education, and continuous improvement. Partners with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to implement and support departmental safety initiatives, investigate workplace injuries and incidents, recommend corrective actions, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.Conducts Integrated Safety Plan (ISP) certification audits, evaluates departmental safety practices, develops and delivers safety training, and provides guidance to leadership and staff on risk reduction and safe work practices. Promotes operational excellence by identifying opportunities to improve safety performance and supporting a safe and healthy environment for employees and the campus community.This position may involve exposure to heights, extreme temperatures, hazardous chemicals, confined spaces, and lifting requirements of up to 40 pounds.The typical work schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm.Apply Today!Join a team that keeps Purdue University’s campus beautiful year-round and enjoy a benefits package designed for you and your family:Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leaveRetirement Contributions – Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual incomeEducational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthyLife Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved onesWhat We Are Looking For:Education and ExperienceQualified Candidates Will Need:Bachelor’s degree required in business, health and safety, occupational safety, or related field2+ years of experience in general safety, building inspection, safety inspection, accident investigation or related areasExperience in ergonomics preferredAn equivalent combination of education and experience will be consideredSkills Needed:Good organizational skills areMust have the ability to develop and maintain; effective working relationships, mutual trust and respect with othersMust have high ethical and professional behavior standardsStrong verbal and written communication skillsThe ability to achieve consensus and enhance the safety culture is necessaryA strong commitment to customer service and the AO Physical Facilities Strategic Goals is essentialStrong computer skills and Microsoft Office experienceSubject to 24-hour callback for emergenciesWhat We’d Like You To Know:To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HEREPurdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position A background check will be required for employment in this position FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting PeriodCareer StreamProfessional 2Pay Band S055Job Code# 20003755Career Path Maker: Who We Are:Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.Equal Opportunity Employer:Purdue University is an EA/EO employer.