Request to Recruit
| Position Title |
Safety Coordinator |
| Location |
Boone, NC |
| Faculty Rank |
No |
| Provide Rank |
N/A |
| Position Number |
097061 |
| Department |
Envronmntl Hlth, Sfty & Emer Mgmt - 430400 |
Position Summary Information
| Primary Purpose |
The Environmental Health, Safety, and Emergency Management Officedevelops and manages comprehensive environmental health, safety, and emergency management programs for Appalachian State University.
The Safety Coordinator provides training and safety program assistance in support of the University's mission. This position works with many departments across campus to ensure safe working and learning environments. The Safety Coordinator helps minimize risk by conducting building inspections and accident investigations, tracking incident reports, delivering safety training for new employees and additional programs required under
OSHA standards, and providing technical assistance to facilities, athletics, campus support, and academic research programs. This position plays a key role in safety oversight of the Hickory campus and other App State facilities away from the main campus. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, industrial engineering, biological or physical science, or related discipline, or equivalent combination of training and experience. |
| License/Certification Required |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
CSP or related certification- Experience as a safety professional conducting building inspections and accident investigations, providing safety training, and performing a variety of additional duties related to occupational health and safety.
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| Essential Duties and Responsibilities |
Program Delivery
- Provides safety training using a variety of platforms to include in-person and online.
- Remains current on industry trends and make appropriate changes to program areas of responsibility.
- Coordinates with other industry professionals, consultants, and vendors to provide appropriate safety services on campus.
- Provides safety oversight of the Hickory campus and other App State facilities away from the main campus
Technical Expertise
- Conducts building inspections and accident investigations.
- Recommends and implements appropriate procedures to address safety concerns.
- Provides technical information and expertise to university constituents on occupational safety.
- Provides training and educational resources on occupational health and safety.
Documentation & Reporting
- Tracks incident reports
- Communicates corrective actions in an effective manner to various entities and individuals across campus.
- Formulates written and verbal reports to communicate findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.
- Serves on the University Health and Safety Committee.
- Develops appropriate reports for a wide range of internal and external audiences.
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| Type of Position |
Full Time Position |
| Staff/Non-Faculty |
Staff/Non-Faculty |
| VISA Sponsorship? |
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S. |
| Appointment Type |
100% |
| Work Schedule/Hours |
Monday-Friday, 8:00-5:00 pm |
| Number of Hours Per Week |
40 |
| Number of Months Per Year |
12 |
| Mandatory Staff |
Yes |
| Suggested Salary Range |
$58,000 - $60,000 |
| Physical Demands of Position |
Ability to lift and carry educational, training materials, ladders and other equipment. Ability to provide in-class, simulated instructions to variety of campus personnel. Able to stand/sit for extended periods, drive vehicles, and occasionally work in challenging weather conditions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. |
Posting Details Information
| Posting Date |
05/26/2026 |
| Closing Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Evaluation of Applications Begins |
06/09/2026 |
| Proposed Date of Hire |
07/15/2026 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please attach required documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- List a minimum of 3 professional references in the application or attach a List of References with contact information included
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| Search Chair Name |
Roy Nagle |
| Search Chair Email |
naglerd@appstate.edu |
| Quick Link |
https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/54385 |
| Posting Number |
201501780P |
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Appalachian State University
May 26, 2026