Risk Management & Insurance

Environmental Specialist

Ball State University

A public research university in Muncie, Indiana is searching for an Environmental Specialist to join their team. This role would be responsible for environmental program management, compliance and training throughout the University. This represents a fantastic opportunity to join a large public research institution with a commitment to safety and who will offer continuous development opportunities.

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in public or environmental health, environmental, hazardous materials or chemical management, biological sciences, or related field. Three years of experience in environmental management, public health, laboratory or hazardous materials safety. Working knowledge of programs related to environmental, health, and safety; must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy. Ability to wear respiratory protection, necessary PPE, and work with hazardous and infectious materials.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred qualifications: Professional certifications including one or more of the following: CCMM, CCHO, REHS, CIH, and/or FEMA Emergency Response. Qualified Environmental Professional under CERCLA and  ASTM standards for environmental due diligence. 40-hour HAZWOPER site safety and 8-hour HAZMAT  supervisor training.

Apply online at: http://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/22657. Include the following documents with your application: resume and cover letter addressed to Kim Miller. Please make sure to answer the supplemental questions within the application. The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.  The minimum pay range for this position is $57,900.00. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through October 20, 2020.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, approximately 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students enroll each year in diverse academic programs on and off campus.  Our students come from all Indiana counties, all 50 states and 68 countries to pursue knowledge in seven academic colleges offering 190 undergraduate majors, 130 undergraduate minors, 140 graduate programs and 200 study abroad programs.

The Ball State way is rooted in the Beneficence Pledge – a commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, honesty and integrity, social responsibility, gratitude and valuing the intrinsic worth of each member of our community. Ball State students, faculty and staff are empowered in a culture that believes in them and demands they believe in themselves. They are partners in an innovative, immersive approach to education. They are supported by living and learning facilities that enable intellectual curiosity. We graduate scholars who are changing the world, and we’ve dedicated our University to do the same.

The university offers an excellent wellness program and extensive benefits offerings to include a generous paid time off package and paid parental leave.  For further information regarding benefits please visit:

https://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/HumanResources/Jobs/Benefits-and-Community/professional-staff

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.