Safety and Risk Specialist - Updated

Position Summary

This position facilitates risk assessments, educates the campus community on risk and safety matters and hazard awareness, and manages programs to ensure safety compliance, injury prevention, loss control, and property protection.
The Safety and Risk Specialist ( SRS ) works in collaboration with other staff in the Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Department under the direct supervision of the EH&S Director. The Safety and Risk Specialist ( SRS ) also supports the Director’s work under the institution’s Enterprise Risk Management ( ERM ) program and Risk Management (RM) portfolio.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides general oversight and/or support to the following safety and risk management programs:

• Fire and life safety
• Occupational safety
• Operational and Enterprise Risk Management

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

1. Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental engineering, environmental health, safety engineering, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field.
2. One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in a safety or compliance related field.
   
   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
   1. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
   2. Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
   3. Knowledge of environmental health and safety regulations, equipment, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
   4. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
   5. Knowledge of uses of chemical and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
   6. Skill in verbal and written communication.
   7. Skill in instructing/teaching others.
   8. Ability to enter, track, analyze databases and develop rational and realistic conclusions based on relevant information to resolve issues brought to his/her attention.

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

1. Three or more years’ experience in the occupational safety and health, fire protection, or risk management professions preferably in higher education.

2. Relevant training and/or credentials in the occupational safety and health, fire protection, or risk management professions.

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

N/A

Additional Requirements (SPS)

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

N/A

Physical demands/requirements

Physical Demands
Work may be performed at all locations on the campus including, but not limited to: satellite facilities, mechanical rooms, electrical vaults, rooftops, basements, and steam tunnels. Physical demands may include:
• Extensive walking.
• Climbing stairs and ladders.
• Lifting and transporting fire extinguishers for inspection, service and training purposes.
• Operating university owned vehicles (including utility vehicles) using a valid driver’s license.
• Using a variety of tools, equipment and smart technology devices.
• Sitting at a desk using a variety of computer programs.

Environmental Demands
May be required to enter potentially hazardous environments following proper training and donning proper personal protective equipment when necessary to carry out assigned duties. This may include donning respiratory protection which will require enrollment into the respiratory protection medical surveillance program. This may involve working in hot and cold environments dependent upon the season and location on campus.

Although the position requires the ability to work on campus, the option to work remotely is available based upon current workloads and job expectations.

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

1.00

Standard hours

37.50

Hourly Rate or Semi-monthly Pay Rate

Hiring Rate/Range

$1,523.25 - &1884.62 Semi-Monthly ($39,604.50-$49,000.12 Annually)

Earn Type

S

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

· Out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days after start date.

· Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience.

· If you have education and/or training in excess of what is required, we encourage you to upload your unofficial transcripts.

· After the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification, including any specialty factors associated with this particular position.

· Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from jobs@niu.edu and CivilServiceTesting@niu.edu . Please add these emails to your address book to ensure timely delivery of any future communication.

· We STRONGLY recommend that contact information used in your online profile be personal use, not professional/work information: personal email address, home address and phone numbers. The information that you provide is used to make contact on search updates, department referrals and interviews, etc. We must be able to relay sensitive and important information in a way that protects your privacy concerning job search activity, now and in the future.

· The exam format for this position is a Credentials Assessment. A Credential Assessment is a rating by the Human Resources Office of an applicant’s/employee’s education, experience and special credentials/qualifications (licenses, etc.). In order to determine an appropriate rating for each examination, a review of a résumé, cover letter, university/agency official employment application, college transcript, copies of license/certification and any other relevant material may be required.

· Required documentation noted in the posting, such as a driver’s license, licensures, or certifications MUST be uploaded with your application materials.

· If eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork, reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this application in order to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination.

· After testing of all qualified applicants has been completed for this position, the names with the top three (3) scores will be referred to the hiring department for interview.

· Click on IT Technical Associate for more information including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications, and testing requirements.

· Please click on Human Resource Services – Benefits for detailed information about Northern Illinois University’s benefits package.

· Employment is contingent upon your passing a criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Special Instructions

Quick Link to Applicant

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/63945

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

Safety Information

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. List of References
3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
4. Certifications/Licensure #1

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts #2 (unofficial with official required at hire)
2. Certifications/Licensure #2
3. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
4. Other

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Have you attached a copy of your DD214, DD215, NGB22, or DD256 for consideration of Veteran's Preference Points? The copy submitted should reflect the status of discharge in order to be considered.
   • Yes
   • No
   • Not Applicable
3. * Are you currently a citizen or resident of the State of Illinois?
   • Yes
   • No