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Analyst, Environmental Health & Safety

Classification Information

Environmental Health & Safety
Environmental Health and Safety identifies and assesses risks to the health and safety of people in the workplace and the community. Recommends, develops, and administers effective programs to protect occupational health, environmental health, and physical assets of the university. Safely manages hazardous materials, radiation, and biosafety, and minimizes the impact of university operations on natural resources and public health.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 2
Intermediate: These positions require some experience and education but are not expected to act independently.
T - Technical/STEM
Technical roles, including technology and research.

Position Summary

The Analyst within Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) at Virginia Tech plays a key role in supporting the university's efforts to ensure a safe and healthy environment for its campus community. This position focuses on analyzing and assessing environmental health and safety risks, identifying potential hazards, and assisting in the development and implementation of safety programs. The Analyst works with various departments to collect data, evaluate safety protocols, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations related to occupational health, environmental health, hazardous materials, and biosafety. In this role, the Analyst supports the coordination of safety initiatives by conducting research, gathering information, and providing technical support to ensure that safety standards are met. The position also involves monitoring and reviewing data related to environmental health and safety, preparing reports, and making recommendations for improvements based on findings. The Analyst works closely with other members of the EHS team to help maintain and enhance safety practices across campus. While not expected to act independently, the Analyst brings a solid understanding of safety and environmental regulations and applies that knowledge in collaboration with more experienced staff. The role also requires effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to contribute to the execution of safety programs that align with the university's broader goals for health, safety, and sustainability.