Job Title
Manager, Risk and Safety
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Environmental Health and Safety
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Manager, Risk & Safety in the Department of Compliance, Audit, Risk, Environmental and Safety. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.
At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.
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Important Immigration Information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.
In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
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Under the direction of the Associate Vice President for Compliance, Audit, Risk, Environmental and Safety, provides strategic leadership, oversight, and administration of the university's comprehensive risk management, environmental health and safety, emergency management, business continuity, and insurance programs. Responsible for regulatory compliance, program development, policy implementation, departmental leadership, and enterprise risk mitigation efforts across the institution.
This is an in-office position located on Tarleton State’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas.
Schedule & Availability: The standard working hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, occasional evening and weekend hours will be required to provide hands-on support for university events and campus programming. Serves as Campus Security Authority
Responsibilities:
Program Leadership and Compliance Oversight
Manager, Risk and Safety
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Environmental Health and Safety
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Manager, Risk & Safety in the Department of Compliance, Audit, Risk, Environmental and Safety. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.
At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.
________________________________________________________________________
Important Immigration Information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.
In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
________________________________________________________________________
Under the direction of the Associate Vice President for Compliance, Audit, Risk, Environmental and Safety, provides strategic leadership, oversight, and administration of the university's comprehensive risk management, environmental health and safety, emergency management, business continuity, and insurance programs. Responsible for regulatory compliance, program development, policy implementation, departmental leadership, and enterprise risk mitigation efforts across the institution.
This is an in-office position located on Tarleton State’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas.
Schedule & Availability: The standard working hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. However, occasional evening and weekend hours will be required to provide hands-on support for university events and campus programming. Serves as Campus Security Authority
Responsibilities:
Program Leadership and Compliance Oversight
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve university-wide risk management and safety programs.