Become an EHS Compliance Officer
Compliance Officer Program
Supporting ASU's commitment to safety
Arizona State University is committed to being a model of excellence in environmental, occupational and workplace safety to maintain a safety learning, living and working environment. The Compliance Officer Program is a vital part of that commitment.
COs serve as the primary safety liaison between Environmental Health and Safety and their colleges, schools or departments. Designated by chairs, deans, directors, supervisors, and managers, COs help coordinate safety efforts, communicate compliance updates and strengthen ASU's culture of safety across the university.
The Role of a Compliance Officer
Compliance Officers are trusted partners in advancing environmental health and safety within their units. COs:
- Are the primary resources for safety-related information.
- Coordinate local safety activities and support policy initiatives.
- Promote safe practices and accountability within their departments.
- Share important EHS updates and compliance announcements.
By virtue of their training and working relationship with EHS, COs play a critical role in supporting the Environmental Health and Safety Management Policy and related committees.
Senior Compliance Officers take on additional responsibilities and work closely with EHS leadership to review, strengthen, and facilitate compliance initiatives university-wide.
Why serve as a CO
Serving as a Compliance Officer is an opportunity to have a meaningful impact.
Benefits of service include:
- Actively leading and shaping your unit's culture.
- Advocating for the well-being of students, faculty and staff.
- Gaining specialized knowledge and direct access to EHS resources.
- Participating in CO-specific events and training.
Your leadership helps ensure that safety remains a shared responsibilities across ASU.
Expectations
To support the success of the program, Compliance Officers are expected to:
- Attend EHS-hosted CO events (typically two or three per year).
- Complete required CO training (in-person or online).
- Distribute safety-related announcements in their units.
- Elevate unresolved compliance issues to their delegating authority and to EHS.
- Maintain current on ASU and EHS required training.
- Report safety hazards or concerns to EHS and department leadership.
- Serve as the central point of coordination for safety support activities within their area.
Ready to serve
Complete the webform below. You can also view the current compliance officer roster.