Supervisor, Occupational Health

About the Role

The Office of the Chief Health & Safety Officer (CHSO) plays a vital role in furthering the mission of the Port Authority by ensuring the workplace meets all occupational health and safety legal expectations and actively supports the highest quality occupational health and safety programs to ensure the safe movement of the Port Authority’s customers, partners, employees, and stakeholders every day.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Environmental and Occupational Health Manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for supervising professionals and overseeing corporate activities for Public and Occupational Health matters. This individual ensures the comprehensive delivery of services to protect our employees, tenants, patrons, the public, and the agency's properties to maintain regulatory compliance and reduce the Agency's liability exposure.

This position provides expert technical and professional services related to evaluating and measuring Agency and tenant compliance associated with Public and Occupational Health codes, policies, procedures, industry standards, and state and federal regulations by:

1. Directing and managing professional evaluations and inspections activities at the Port Authority facilities.
2. Managing the review process for contractor Health and Safety Plans.
3. Evaluating Tenant Construction and Alteration Process (TCAP) plans and submittals.
4. Responding to emergencies and public/environmental health crises that arise within the Agency.
5. This position requires frequent travel to all Port Authority/PA TH facilities, including some early morning, evening, and weekend shifts, as well as the ability to respond 24/7 to address public health issues.

It is essential that the successful candidate develop a high degree of understanding in the use of E-Builder and other software platforms.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in occupational and environmental health science, public health, occupational safety and health, or a related scientific discipline such as biology, chemistry, physics, environmental engineering, etc. from an accredited college or university.
2. Registered Environmental Health Specialist or equivalent.
3. Minimum 5 years of practical experience in Public Health or Occupational Health.
4. Applicants must be committed to the use of Safety Management System principles to improve the Agency's safety performance.
5. Strong diversified experience in reviewing, interpreting, and implementing public and environmental health codes, including OSHA, NYSDOH, NJDOH, CDC, NJDEP, NYSDEC, NYCDEP, NYCDOH, EPA, NSF/ANSI standards, and industry guidelines and standards.
6. Proficient in occupational health and safety principles.
7. Demonstrated ability in conducting occupational exposure assessments.
8. Demonstrated proficiency and experience in reading and interpreting plans and drawings.
9. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to deal effectively with staff at all levels internally and externally.
2. Ability to manage a variety of highly technical tasks and projects from start to finish.
3. Knowledge of instruments used to measure physical, chemical, and biological hazards.
4. 2 years of supervisory/management experience.
5. Ability to work independently.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to coordinate and implement Public and Occupational Health programs.
7. Proficient in the use of computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Selection Process:

The application process varies by position but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation & Benefits:

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

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