Safety Specialist

The South Dakota Science and Technology Authority (SDSTA) owns and operates the Sanford Underground Research Facility (SURF). The Safety Specialist is part of the Environment, Safety and Health (ESH) Department and supports the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of health and safety hazards, as well as compliance with applicable regulations at SURF. This role contributes to safety training, program implementation, and continuous improvement across surface and underground operations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following reflects SDSTA’s definition of essential functions for this position and does not restrict other tasks that may be assigned. SDSTA retains the right to re-evaluate the duties of the position when considering a reasonable accommodation or at other appropriate times. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supports the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of health and safety hazards and helps ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Identifies risks and assists in developing and implementing control methods to address those risks.
• Actively participates in the Safety & Health (S&H) assessment process and contributes to continuous improvement efforts.
• Helps implement and maintain safety policies and procedures and supports the site's safety program.
• Contributes to the execution of the Work Planning and Control Standard to ensure work is performed safely.
• Monitors and observes field activities to help ensure adherence to safety and health programs.
• Provides day-to-day safety and health support for underground and surface operations.
• Participates in safety and health-related training sessions and knowledge-sharing meetings.
• Assists with incident investigations and reporting processes.
• Promotes safety awareness throughout the organization through communication and engagement.

Other Essential Functions

• Maintains consistent and reliable attendance.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.