Director, EHS & Risk Management

Lipscomb Academy; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lipscomb University seeks a Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to plan, implement, and oversee the institution's safety program. Reporting to the AVP of Risk Management & Compliance, you will develop and manage safety initiatives, train staff and students, and maintain records for EHS compliance.

You will collaborate with campus partners, lead hazard mitigation efforts, and provide expert guidance on safety issues across the university environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Public Health, Risk Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in environmental health and safety management, including emergency management.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local safety laws and regulations; hazard mitigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement strategic EHS programs; stay informed of regulatory and best-practice changes in safety and environmental fields.
• Provide compliance assistance, training, recordkeeping, and auditing of OSHA regulations.
• Serve as campus liaison with OSHA, TOSHA, State Fire Marshal, EPA and other agencies; train required staff on EHS requirements.
• Utilize varied instructional methods to educate a diverse workforce; perform audits of labs, facilities and programs.
• Assist AVP of Risk Management & Compliance with Emergency Management and Business Continuity planning and other risk duties.
• Collaborate with local officials to integrate hazardous material and emergency response protocols; ensure proper waste disposal documentation.

Skills

EHS management

Regulatory knowledge

Emergency management

Training delivery

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Public Health, Risk Management, or related field

Job description

Lipscomb University seeks a Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to plan, implement, and oversee the institution's safety program. Reporting to the AVP of Risk Management & Compliance, you will develop and manage safety initiatives, train staff and students, and maintain records for EHS compliance.

You will collaborate with campus partners, lead hazard mitigation efforts, and provide expert guidance on safety issues across the university environment.