Environmental Health and Safety Officer

Institution: South Dakota Mines

Posting Number: NFE03055P

Department: SDSMT-Environmental Health & Safety

Physical Location of Position (City): Rapid City

Posting Text

Position Overview:

The Environmental Health and Safety Department at South Dakota Mines seeks an Environmental Health and Safety Officer. Duties include procuring, shipping, receiving and distributing chemicals and related items for use across campus, maintaining accurate chemical inventories, working with the storage, handling and disposal of waste chemicals on campus, and managing multiple departmental operational budgets. This is a regular, full-time, benefited position.

Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or related field is required at the time of the appointment. Applicant must be able to pass a physical examination to allow for wearing a respirator. The applicant should have the ability to squat, bend, kneel, stoop, reach overhead and lift 50 lbs.

To Apply:

Applications must be made online at . South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com or View email address on jobs.institutedata.com . Review of applications will begin May 22, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Attach a cover letter, a resume, and the name, address, phone number and email address of three professional references.

Open Until Filled: Yes

First Consideration Date: 05/22/2026

Advertised Salary: $46,421 - $55,705 dependent on education and experience

Duration of the Term: 12 months

Appointment Type: Regular

This position requires
Travel, Valid Drivers License

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Founded in 1885, South Dakota Mines is the premier destination for ambitious students seeking bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees in STEM fields. Our vibrant community of supportive faculty, tenacious students, and passionate alumni fosters a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and lifelong success. South Dakota Mines is recognized frequently for its rigorous curriculum, groundbreaking research, and return on investment.

Rapid City, the home of the Hardrockers, is the state's second-largest city with an MSA population of nearly 160,000. The city is nestled next to the beautiful Black Hills, a region boasting breathtaking scenery, hundreds of miles of trails for outdoor enthusiasts, and attractions ranging from complex cave systems to historic towns and massive monuments.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota Mines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. South Dakota Mines and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.