Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that our vision is met.   If you're ready to join the TSTC family and make great memories please complete our application process.

Job Description

Responsible for implementing the Safety Program and meeting the overall Environmental Health & Safety needs of assigned campuses. Performs general safety work, including training, inspections, accident investigations, fire drills, safety meetings, presenting progress reports, monitoring compliance with external agency findings, and evaluating the campus environment and safety equipment to ensure compliance with government safety regulations and industry standards.

Essential Functions

Employees will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

Safety Training Delivery
Deliver required safety training for TSTC employees on assigned campuses.

Safety Inspections Oversight
Oversee and manage safety inspections of buildings, campus grounds, kitchens, shops, and safety equipment for assigned campuses.

Campus Safety Meetings Coordination
Coordinate Safety meetings at each assigned campus, documenting them with meeting agendas and minutes.

Accident Investigation and Reporting
Conduct accident investigations and complete reports as needed, and record data for quarterly review.

Safety Staff Supervision and Development
Train and supervise Campus Safety Coordinators and additional duty safety officers (ADSO, aka Safety Leads) for assigned campuses.

Emergency Preparedness and Drills
Coordinate fire drills and other emergency evacuations to reinforce safety training and prepare staff for emergency situations.

Hazard Identification and Risk Mitigation
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate hazards and exposures through traditional inspections, risk assessments, and job safety analyses.

Regulatory Compliance Evaluation
Evaluate the campus environment and safety equipment to ensure compliance with TSTC policies, government safety regulations, and industry standards and best practices.

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualification

Associate degree in an appropriate field from an accredited college or university. 

Minimum 0-2 years of experience in the Environmental, Health & Safety field required.

Relevant safety experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, except in cases where a specific degree is required to meet accreditation standards, licensure requirements, or other legislative or regulatory obligations. This includes, but is not limited to, certain faculty positions and staff roles governed by state or federal educational mandates.
Certifications: OSHA 30, OSHA outreach trainer

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelor degree preferred. 

Experience: Minimum 0-2 years of experience in the Environmental, Health & Safety field required.
Certifications: ASP

Skills & Abilities

Applies strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard identification practices, and environmental health standards to assess conditions, conduct inspections, and ensure full compliance across assigned campuses.

Delivers clear, engaging safety training and communicates expectations, procedures, and corrective actions in a way that supports employee understanding and promotes a culture of safety.

Leads and guides Campus Safety Coordinators and Safety Leads while coordinating campus safety activities, investigations, and emergency drills with consistency, professionalism, and proactive planning.

Core Competencies

Safety & Compliance Expertise
Applies comprehensive knowledge of occupational health, environmental, and safety regulations to ensure compliance with TSTC policies, state, and federal standards. Promotes a culture of safety across all assigned campuses.

Risk Assessment & Prevention
Identifies potential hazards and exposures through inspections and analysis, implementing corrective and preventive actions to minimize risk and maintain a safe learning and work environment.

Training & Employee Engagement
Designs and delivers effective safety training programs that educate and empower employees. Reinforces safe work practices through consistent communication, guidance, and engagement.

Leadership & Collaboration
Leads and mentors Campus Safety Coordinators and Safety Leads to build a cohesive, proactive safety team. Collaborates with campus leadership and departments to align safety initiatives with institutional goals.

Emergency Preparedness & Response
Develops and coordinates emergency plans and drills to ensure readiness for fire, weather, or other critical events. Guides staff in executing rapid and organized responses during emergencies.

Extra Duties Statement

This job description outlines the general responsibilities and expectations of the role. It is not intended to include every task or responsibility. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

This position is classified under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as exempt and operates in a professional and instructional environment that may include campus offices, classrooms, or lab settings.
TSTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position.
TSTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, or veteran status.
The role may require movement across campus, participation in meetings, and engagement with faculty, staff, and students to support institutional goals. Work is primarily performed in an office or academic environment using standard technology and communication tools. These activities can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation to support the essential functions of the role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at TSTC.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.