Inside Higher Ed
Environmental Health and Safety Program Manager
Inside Higher Ed, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Environmental Health and Safety Program Manager
Join to apply for the Environmental Health and Safety Program Manager role at Inside Higher Ed Job Summary The USG Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Program Manager supports and promotes a system-wide strategic focus on EHS compliance and performance. Major duties and responsibilities include: develop policies, procedures, and guidelines to support USG institutional EHS programs and responsibilities; develop, monitor, and report on system wide EHS goals and objectives; conduct and facilitate EHS related training; provide technical review, advice and guidance on a broad range of EHS and facilities related issues. Responsibilities
Support and promote a system-wide strategic focus on EHS compliance and performance. Develop policies, procedures, and guidelines to support USG institutional EHS programs and compliance responsibilities. Develop, monitor, and report on system wide EHS goals and objectives. Facilitate opportunities for EHS training and professional development; develop model USG EHS training programs; conduct live and technology-based training sessions. Provide technical review, advice and guidance on a broad variety of EHS related issues. Periodic site visits to assess EHS issues and evaluate program priorities and implementation. Support other system functions and projects related to real estate, planning, and facilities maintenance/operations/management (e.g. review transaction/project due diligence; review design and specifications for laboratory construction and renovation; coordinate building demolition processes). Organize and facilitate USG EHS Advisory Committee to encourage professional collaboration and sharing of EHS expertise and resources across the system. Liaise with relevant Federal and State regulatory agencies. Collect and manage centralized records as appropriate (e.g. underground storage tanks, chemical inventories). Related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, environmental engineering/science, or other related natural science discipline. Minimum of five years professional EHS experience Preferred Qualifications
Extensive professional EHS experience in a higher education institutional context Graduate degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, environmental engineering/science, or other related natural science discipline. Minimum of five years professional EHS experience Relevant professional certification, including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), and/or Professional Engineer (P.E.) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of EHS related state and federal laws relevant to a higher education institutional context. Knowledge of EHS standards and best practices in a higher education institutional context. Knowledge of project management principles and practices. Knowledge of computers, proficiency in standard Microsoft Office applications and EHS/EMS applications. Skill in data gathering, management, synthesis, and analysis. Skill in oral and written communication and presentation. Skill in the development and delivery of live and virtual EHS-related training. Skill in interpersonal relations and collaboration with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time and resources effectively in alignment with dynamic organizational priorities. Ability to effectively manage and participate in multiple projects and initiatives. Ability to manage sensitive issues and information with proper discretion and diplomacy. Ability to travel for work activities, as required, within the State of Georgia. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. Other Information
Background checks and credential verification are part of the hiring process. Some positions may require additional investigations such as credit checks or MVR.
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Join to apply for the Environmental Health and Safety Program Manager role at Inside Higher Ed Job Summary The USG Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Program Manager supports and promotes a system-wide strategic focus on EHS compliance and performance. Major duties and responsibilities include: develop policies, procedures, and guidelines to support USG institutional EHS programs and responsibilities; develop, monitor, and report on system wide EHS goals and objectives; conduct and facilitate EHS related training; provide technical review, advice and guidance on a broad range of EHS and facilities related issues. Responsibilities
Support and promote a system-wide strategic focus on EHS compliance and performance. Develop policies, procedures, and guidelines to support USG institutional EHS programs and compliance responsibilities. Develop, monitor, and report on system wide EHS goals and objectives. Facilitate opportunities for EHS training and professional development; develop model USG EHS training programs; conduct live and technology-based training sessions. Provide technical review, advice and guidance on a broad variety of EHS related issues. Periodic site visits to assess EHS issues and evaluate program priorities and implementation. Support other system functions and projects related to real estate, planning, and facilities maintenance/operations/management (e.g. review transaction/project due diligence; review design and specifications for laboratory construction and renovation; coordinate building demolition processes). Organize and facilitate USG EHS Advisory Committee to encourage professional collaboration and sharing of EHS expertise and resources across the system. Liaise with relevant Federal and State regulatory agencies. Collect and manage centralized records as appropriate (e.g. underground storage tanks, chemical inventories). Related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, environmental engineering/science, or other related natural science discipline. Minimum of five years professional EHS experience Preferred Qualifications
Extensive professional EHS experience in a higher education institutional context Graduate degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, environmental engineering/science, or other related natural science discipline. Minimum of five years professional EHS experience Relevant professional certification, including Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), and/or Professional Engineer (P.E.) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of EHS related state and federal laws relevant to a higher education institutional context. Knowledge of EHS standards and best practices in a higher education institutional context. Knowledge of project management principles and practices. Knowledge of computers, proficiency in standard Microsoft Office applications and EHS/EMS applications. Skill in data gathering, management, synthesis, and analysis. Skill in oral and written communication and presentation. Skill in the development and delivery of live and virtual EHS-related training. Skill in interpersonal relations and collaboration with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time and resources effectively in alignment with dynamic organizational priorities. Ability to effectively manage and participate in multiple projects and initiatives. Ability to manage sensitive issues and information with proper discretion and diplomacy. Ability to travel for work activities, as required, within the State of Georgia. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. Other Information
Background checks and credential verification are part of the hiring process. Some positions may require additional investigations such as credit checks or MVR.
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