Environmental Health Specialist

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Job Title
Environmental Health Specialist
Division
Finance & Administration
Department
Office of Safety, Health & Environment
Work Status
Full Time
Position Category
Staff
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Range
N/A
Minimum
Commensurate with experience
Maximum
Fund Source
State Support
Job Duties
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with Federal, State and local regulations related to hazardous materials.
• Developing and maintaining management information systems which identify the location of hazardous materials in all facilities.
• Investigating employee complaints concerning exposure to hazardous materials or air pollutants.
• Responsibilities also includes Coordinates investigations when unsafe acts or incidents occur. Assist in the development of environmental safety programs.
• Develop safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
• Enforcing environmental safety regulations. Conducts environmental safety inspection of facilities.
• Serves on safety committees; reviews and provides recommendation for implementing best practices.
• Responsible for reviewing MSDS and SPCC plans as needed.
• Assists in the development of their annual EHS budget; actively manages and monitors performance to EHS budget
• Provides advice in the development, planning and implementation of environmental, health, safety, and sustainability programs for the entire campus.

Requested Minimum Qualifications
Educational Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in EHS management, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering, or closely related technical discipline

Experience:

• 5 years of relevant experience in Occupational Safety, Health, and Environmental Management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• OSHA-10 training
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), DOT (Department of Transportation), EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) governmental regulations and laws
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel in professional capacity
• Strong understanding and experience in EHS Management Systems and their successful implementation
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to critically interpret and use data to manage risk
• Strategic thinker with creative and excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
• Valid US driver's license

Other Preferences for Consideration
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ST01053
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Open Date
01/19/2024
Application Review Date
Job Close Date
02/19/2024
Special Instructions to Applicant
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