Campus Chemical Hygiene Officer

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Closing Date:

11/04/2026

Type of Position:

• Environmental Health and Safety
• Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

• Industrial Safety
• Department's Website:

https://fama.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Campus Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO) administers, coordinates, and executes the operational elements of the University’s chemical hygiene plan, laboratory chemical safety, hazardous materials and hazardous waste management and emergency response programs. Operating under the strategic leadership and oversight of the Associate Director of EHS, the position exercises independent professional judgment in evaluating chemical hazards and lab operations; developing, implementing, and monitoring risk-based controls; conducting inspections and coordinating corrective actions; and providing technical guidance to protect employees, students, property, the environment, and the public. The position monitors these programs for conformance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, standards, and University requirements; coordinates assigned personnel and projects; provides field supervision as assigned; and performs other duties as assigned.

Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, occupational safety and health, environmental science, engineering, biology, industrial hygiene, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education

At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in chemical safety, laboratory safety, hazardous materials, hazardous waste management, occupational safety and health, or a related field

Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

At least three (3) years of experience managing or coordinating chemical hygiene, laboratory safety, hazardous waste, or hazardous materials emergency response programs in a high-consequence R1 research higher education environment

Experience supervising technical personnel, leading multidisciplinary teams, and coordinating with regulatory agencies and emergency responders

Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Comprehensive knowledge of applicable occupational safety, environmental, hazardous materials, and hazardous waste regulations and standards; chemical hygiene and laboratory safety principles; and regulatory compliance practices.

In-depth knowledge of chemical hazards, compatibility and storage, engineering controls, personal protective equipment (PPE), hazardous materials emergency response, and incident investigation practices.

Ability to administer and coordinate day-to-day chemical hygiene, laboratory chemical safety, hazardous waste, and emergency response operations.

Ability to analyze and evaluate complex chemical hazards and research operations; conduct and coordinate comprehensive laboratory safety inspections; and develop, implement, and monitor risk-based controls.

Ability to interpret and apply technical and regulatory requirements; develop and recommend procedures, technical guidance, reports, and training; and administer assigned contracts, projects, records, resources, and corrective actions.

Ability to exercise independent professional judgment, organize complex work, coordinate multidisciplinary activities, communicate effectively, and maintain productive, harmonious working relationships with University personnel, tenured faculty, regulators, contractors, emergency responders, and other stakeholders.

Ability to pass an occupational physical exam and wear respirator/self-contained breathing apparatus and encapsulated suit

Qualification Equivalencies:

• Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the qualification listed above.
• Additional Information:

Salary Information:

• $67,909 - $76,397; Commensurate with education and experience
• Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume Optional Documents:

• License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status
• Recruitment Contact Information:

• Troy Vela, Strategic Talent Acquisition Specialist, [email protected]
• All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may a