Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Salary Range: USD $49,490.00/Yr. – USD $102,530.00/Yr.

Locations: Auburn University, AL

Categories: Legal, Compliance & Audit

Job Type: Non-Faculty

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Environmental Health

Associated Division: Risk Management & Safety

Req ID: 9462
Overview

Risk Management at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist! This individual performs duties to include providing professional expertise in the operation of Auburn University environmental, safety and health programs to help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, national consensus standards and the Auburn University Safety Policy. This job may specify responsibilities pertaining to professional competencies necessary for a more focused position specialization. This specialization is in Hazardous Materials.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages regulated waste management programs to include implementing safe, compliant hazardous materials and regulated waste operations and shipment of Dangerous Goods.
• May supervise EHS personnel performing regulated waste management activities.
• Provides technical guidance to the University community in relation to regulated waste to include RCRA hazardous waste, universal waste, regulated medical waste and pathological waste.
• Develops and manages waste management programs to prevent and correct non-compliance conditions.
• Designs, conducts and coordinates training and education in area of specialization.

Qualifications

Degree in Environmental Science, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biological Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry or a related field

Level II

• High school diploma or equivalent + 10 years of experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of experience OR
• Master’s degree

Level III

• High school diploma or equivalent + 12 years of experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree + 4 years of experience OR
• Master’s degree + 2 years of experience

Scope of Experience: Experience in health and safety regulatory compliance enforcement

Contract Type

Continuing
Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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Posted Date

6/25/2026

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