Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Coordinator

We have an exciting opportunity for a Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Coordinator at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement. This is a hybrid opportunity based in our Evanston, IL office.

The Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Coordinator supports the HSE Manager in managing an organization-wide emergency response program. The HSE Coordinator helps oversee and improve Emergency Response Team (ERT) activities. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety protocols and best practices in emergency response

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

At UL Research Institutes (ULRI) and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have studied the unintended consequences of innovation, designed solutions to mitigate risk, created new safety standards and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.

What you'll learn and achieve:

As the HSE Coordinator you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:

• Assist in maintaining an updated member list for the Emergency Response Team (ERT) across all facilities.

• Support the conduct of quarterly ERT surveys and manage communications to ensure team readiness and preparedness.

• Facilitate bi-annual meetings to review ERT activities and strategies.

• Assist in planning and coordinating annual ERT training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.

• Track and send reminders regarding annual evacuation and shelter-in-place drills.

• Monitor and assist with post-drill Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs).

• Maintain an inventory of emergency equipment and supplies and manage their replenishment.

• Assist in developing and communicating emergency response plans and procedures.

• Conduct bi-annual reviews of all site-specific Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) and one-page quick reference guides to ensure accuracy and relevance to site changes.

• Assist in developing site-specific emergency response training materials for hosting on the Learning Management System.

• Stay informed about changes in HSE regulations and industry best practices and support organizational compliance efforts, especially as they relate to emergency management.

• Contribute to promoting a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainability throughout the organization.

• Perform other duties as assigned

What you'll experience working at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement: We have pursued our mission of working for a safer, more secure, and sustainable world for nearly 130 years, embedding conscientious stewardship into everything we do.

• People: Our people make us special. You'll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today's global challenges require.

• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here. We see what's on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You'll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.

• Grow and achieve: We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.

• Values. Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster the partnerships that enable us to pursue a beneficent future in which we all can thrive.

• Total Rewards: All employees at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are eligible for bonus compensation based on the level of the position. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager. We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

What makes you a great fit:

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:

• Basic knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations, standards, and best practices.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and processes quickly.

• Commitment to following safety protocols and promoting safety awareness.

• Willingness to engage in training and professional development opportunities.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, or a related field preferred.

• Two to three years of previous experience in a related field or environment preferred.

• Ability to travel up to 30%.

About UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being.