Type of Appointment: Full-Time, Probationary
Job Classification: Environmental Health and Safety Professional II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $70,524 - $81,000 annually
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, unless otherwise notified
Recruitment Close Date: November 18, 2025
THE DEPARTMENT:
The mission of the Division of Administrative Affairs is to provide high quality fiscal, human and facility services in support of the university through partnerships and innovative solutions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Public Health Programs
- This position is responsible for the food and pool safety programs on campus.
- The safety specialist will conduct routine and compliant-driven inspections of facilities such as restaurants, swimming pools, food trucks, and fundraising sites to ensure compliance with public health laws.
- The safety specialist will educate staff and students on public health issues and provide guidance on how to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
- Investigate complaints and suspected cases of food, water, or vector borne illnesses.
- Prepare detailed inspection reports, issues notices of violation and maintain accurate records.
- Work with other agencies to resolve issues or complaints related to food and pool safety.
- The safety specialist will coordinate with Student Health Services and other University stakeholders to prepare and respond to public health outbreaks on campus (e.g., Measles, COVID-19, and other respiratory illnesses).
Laboratory Safety Program
- The Safety Specialist will assist the department in conducting laboratory hazard assessments, inspections, and follow ups.
- Draft, implement, and update safety policies, procedures and protocols to align with federal and state regulations.
- Develop and deliver training programs on safety handling, emergency response, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- The incumbent will assist in maintaining the campus chemical inventory, including data entry, verification, and reconciliation of hazardous materials.
- The safety specialist with investigate accidents and incidents, document findings, and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Oversee the collection, storage and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance to state regulations.
- May be asked to serve on the campus safety committees as deemed necessary.
- Responsible for assisting in the development, coordination, and implementation of campus safety incentive programs.
Environmental Compliance Program
- The Safety Specialist will conduct environmental audits and assessments, prepare and submit compliance reports to regulatory agencies (e.g., CUPA, AQMD, etc.), monitor and analyze environmental data to ensure adherence to regulations, develop and implement environmental compliance programs, coordinate with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits, review and update environmental permits and licenses, stay current with changes in environmental laws and regulations.
- This position will maintain current records for hazardous waste shipping manifests, supporting documentation, hazardous waste and medical waste tracking documents etc.
- Monitor departments for proper waste accumulation procedures, proper use of personal protective equipment and that departments are in alignment with the campus Hazardous Waste Management Program.
Emergency Response
- The Safety Specialist will assist the department in general field work or respond to calls from campus customers. Calls range from general safety concerns, air quality, hazardous materials spills, etc.
- The incumbent will coordinate with the department to respond to general calls or concerns and expect to keep detailed notes.
- May serve in a support role to the Safety Officer (Incident Command System) in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
- The position is exempt from overtime and may require the need to work after hours, weekends, campus closures and holidays as deemed appropriate by the EHS Director in an effort to meet campus demand and core department responsibilities with respect to environmental regulatory compliance and/or emergency response.
Safety Training
- The Safety Specialist will provide general support on an as-needed basis for several EH&S required safety training topics, including but not limited to Hazard Communication, Hazardous Waste, Laboratory Safety, Emergency Procedures, and other safety trainings as needed.
- Helps to develop interactive web-based safety training modules with site-specific campus procedures and programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree - Equivalent in a related field or
- Driver License, Valid and in State
- Four years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. A professional certification may be required for some positions.
- Thorough and advanced knowledge of an environmental health and safety specialty area including relevant regulations, standards, and best practices. Proven experience in leading and conducting complex safety audits, investigations, and risk assessments. Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify environmental health and safety risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. Advanced project management and organizational skills to plan, organize, prioritize, and manage the successful completion of initiatives and programs within time and budget constraints. Advanced leadership skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and provide leadership, mentoring, and training to other environmental health and safety professionals. Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, to build partnerships and communicate effectively in a diverse environment. Ability to effectively present ideas and training and gain buyin from stakeholders to adopt and implement requirements. Demonstrated competence in independently applying advanced judgment to resolve difficult and complex problems and issues. Advanced skill in applying environmental health and safety laws, regulations, and industry standards in the higher education sector. Ability to effectively lead, direct, train, and mentor other environmental health and safety staff. Advanced skill in using environmental health and safety software and tools.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- HAZWOPER certified (40-hour) or able to complete within 1 year of hire.
- REHS certified or able to complete within 1 year of hire.
- First Aid, CPR, AED certified or able to complete required training within 1 year of hire.
Out of State Work
The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture, and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. For more information, go to the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy.
Background Check
Cal Poly Pomona will make a conditional offer of employment to final job candidates, pending the satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check). The conditional offer of employment may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. In determining the suitability of the candidate for the position, Cal Poly Pomona will give an individualized assessment to any information that the applicant submits for consideration regarding the criminal conviction history such as the nature, gravity and recency of the conviction, the candidate’s conduct, performance or rehabilitation efforts since the conviction and the nature of the job applied for. For more information, go to the CSU Background Check Policy.
CSU Classification Salary Range
This position is part of the California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) bargaining unit 9. The CSU Classification Standards for this position are located on the CSU Classification Standards website. The CSU Salary Schedule is located on the CSU Salary Schedule website. The classification salary range for this position according to the respective skill level is: minimum $5,877 and maximum $8,561 per month. Please refer to the anticipated hiring range for the appropriate salary rate for this particular position.
Employment Eligibility Verification
Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. 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 form upon hire. For more information, go to the Acceptable I-9 website.
University Driving Requirements
Positions that require driving for university business by using a personal or state vehicle must comply with the Authorized University Driver Policy. Driving records are monitored and evaluated by the Risk Management Department. The Risk Management Department evaluates a good driving report based on the following criteria. The driver must: 1. Have a valid California or other State Driver’s license. 2. Have no more than 3 motor vehicle violations or been the cause of 3 accidents in a 12-month period (or any combination of 3 thereof) 3. Not have more than 3 DMV Points, if their license is Class C or, 4. Not have more than 5 DMV Points, if their license is Class A, B, or C with endorsements. For more information, go to the Authorized University Driver Policy.
Security & Fire Safety
In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), Cal Poly Pomona’s Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report are available for viewing at: https://www.cpp.edu/pdfs/annual_security_report.pdf and https://www.cpp.edu/housing/documents/fire_safety_report.pdf.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
As a federal contractor, Cal Poly Pomona will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. For more information, see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision poster.
Reasonable Accommodation
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the ADA Coordinator by email at ADACoordinator@cpp.edu. For more information, go to Employment Notices.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly Pomona provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly Pomona complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
Other Notices
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