The Environmental Health and Safety Department at South Dakota Mines seeks an Environmental Health and Safety Officer. Duties include procuring, shipping, receiving and distributing chemicals and related items for use across campus, maintaining accurate chemical inventories, working with the storage, handling and disposal of waste chemicals on campus, and managing multiple departmental operational budgets. This is a regular, full-time, benefited position. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related field is required at the time of the appointment. Applicant must be able to pass a physical examination to allow for wearing a respirator. The applicant should have the ability to squat, bend, kneel, stoop, reach overhead and lift 50 lbs. To Apply: Applications must be made online at South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203 or hr@sdsmt.edu. Review of applications will begin May 22, 2026. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Attach a cover letter, a resume, and the name, address, phone number and email address of three professional references. Posting Date 05/08/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 05/22/2026 Advertised Salary $46,421 - $55,705 dependent on education and experience Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate