Program Leader for Safety, Security, Health, and Wellness - University Housing

Program Leader for Safety, Security, Health, and Wellness

University Housing

University Housing within the Division of Student Life invites applications for the position of Program Leader for Safety, Security, Health and Wellness. The PLSSHW is responsible for the training, inspections for public safety operations, and daily supervision of the University Housing Call Center, as well as leading, organizing, managing and maintaining the departments fire and life safety programs to provide a safe, secure and healthy work and living environment for employees, students, and residents.

The mission of University Housing is to provide a defining experience for students through programs and amenities that facilitate individual learning and development, connecting you with innovative leadership opportunities and positive learning experiences. We seek to provide programs, services and a diverse community environment which contribute to individual learning, which foster growth and development, and in which respect and responsible behavior are encouraged. We strive to provide safe, comfortable, affordable, and well-maintained housing facilities for our residents. University Housing has the capacity to house over 8,500 residents in 15 on-campus residence halls each academic year. The department has a close working relationship with a variety of Student Life units and academic offices on campus. Former staff members of University Housing are employed by over 90 colleges and universities throughout the US.

The Position: The PLSSHW will provide input to the Assistant Director regarding safety and security installations to ensure they follow OSHA guidelines and NFPA 25. Additionally, the PLSSHW will manage our HAZCOM inventory, as well as SDS (Safety Data Sheets), eyewash safety, sheltering plan, severe weather response, industrial powered vehicles, warehousing safety, lockout tagout, and Knox Box program. This position maintains the fire and life safety program, CCTV records and metrics, and interfaces with external regulatory agencies and Authorities Having Jurisdiction, such as TOSHA, and fire officials. The PLSSHW also accepts accountability for life & safety results and outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• The PLSSHW assists with investigations for accidents, injuries, and complaints concerning safety, security and health (including industrial hygiene hazards).

• Enforces security protocols to establish safe living environments, through the use of key controls, card access, CCTV, alarms and landscape management to control site lines.

• Enforces safety policies that align with campus, State, Federal regulations.

• Assists with evaluation of atmospheric conditions utilizing technical equipment and industry standard procedures.

The University and Region: UTK is the state's flagship, land-grant university. We are a Research 1 university, housing 14 colleges and 900+ programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 38,000 students, our undergraduate and graduate programs are repeatedly ranked among top national programs. The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, a diverse music scene, active neighborhoods, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of outdoor and cultural activities. UTK is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains; and a day's drive to Memphis, Chicago and Washington D.C. Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a statistical area population of over 850,000 people. The Knoxville region houses many leading corporations, including Bush Brothers & Company, Discovery Inc., TVA, and ORNL.

Qualifications:

What We Require

Education: Associates degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Science or Engineering.

Experience: a minimum of three (3) years of working in fire and life safety program management or similar field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of good engineering practices, building codes and industry standards.

• Ability to present training sessions to large groups, utilizing appropriate technology.

• Skilled in interpreting and applying federal, state and local workplace safety laws and regulations.

What We Prefer:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Safety, Science or Engineering.

Salary: The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and other qualifications and is accompanied by a standard university benefits package. This is an exempt, 12-month, full-time, non-tenure track staff position.

Application Process: Please complete the on-line application for full consideration. Applicants should include a cover letter, resume, transcript, and a list of at least three references (with current e-mail address and phone number/s) in the application file. A review of all applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the search may be directed to the search committee chair.