Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Btes; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Environmental Health and Safety to lead initiatives that ensure a safe and sustainable environment for students and staff. This role involves developing comprehensive training programs, managing safety audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental health and safety management, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and safe community. Join a collaborative team dedicated to promoting a culture of safety and sustainability in a vibrant educational setting.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

24 Days of Vacation

13 Paid Holidays

Dependent Care Subsidy

Free Parking

Access to Library Facilities

Access to Athletic Facilities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in safety and environmental management.
• Strong management skills required for overseeing department personnel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate environmental health and safety programs for the college.
• Develop training programs on safety and environmental issues.

Skills

Environmental Health and Safety Management

Regulatory Compliance

Training Administration

Management Experience

Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science field

Tools

Webpage Management

Job description

Title: Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Position Purpose:

This position is responsible for coordinating the environmental, health and safety mission for the college. The position is responsible for developing and promoting programs addressing student fire safety and employee workplace safety as well as programs which minimize environmental impacts.

Job Duties:

1. Hazard/Risk Identification and Resolution:
   • Develop and manage safety and environmental audits and inspections;
   • Assist management, employees and students in resolving safety and environmental violations, issues and concerns;
   • Assess needs and coordinate the acquisition of appropriate resources and equipment to ensure a safe, healthy and sustainable work, learning and living environment;
   • Keep current with changes in regulatory requirements and address all safety and environmental regulations which apply to the college including development of programs and meeting reporting requirements.
2. Training, Awareness and Prevention:
   • Develop and administer a comprehensive safety training program covering topics relevant to work at the college;
   • Develop and administer a comprehensive environmental training program covering topics important to safe and sustainable operations;
   • Promote awareness of safety and environmental issues through participation in campus committees and by advocating for campus wide involvement in safety and environmental initiatives.
   • Author and keep current Emergency response plans for known campus hazards, such as an ammonia response plan, bloodborne pathogen program, Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure plan, etc.
   • Manage day to day EHS operations including hazardous and universal waste collection, Eyewash station inspection compliance, oil tank inspection and monitoring, and other EHS related program areas. Partner with Facility Services to incorporate inspection programs within the existing Work Order CMMS system.
3. Compliance Monitoring and Reporting:
   • Keep current with changes in regulatory requirements and address all safety and environmental regulations which apply to the college;
   • Prepare and submit all required regulatory reports for State, Federal and local Safety and environmental agencies;
   • Monitor college compliance with State, Federal and local regulations;
   • Prepare and update all required programs and conduct training relevant to these programs.
   • Maintain applicable regulatory licenses and pay annual fees.
   • Schedule and facilitate sampling and analysis to ensure environmental and safety compliance.
4. Supervision of Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator:
   • Collaborate with Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator in the formulation of department goals and individual development goals;
   • Provide regular feedback on performance, and conduct performance development functions using Success Factors;
   • Provide up to date information about college policies, opportunities and challenges;
   • Facilitate effective and productive performance through coaching, counseling, recognition and discipline as necessary.
5. Resource to College and Management:
   • Serve as a subject matter expert on technical safety and environmental matters including OSHA, EPA, Maine DEP, or other regulatory agencies regarding hazardous chemicals, hazardous waste, emergency response, industrial hygiene, life safety, and workplace safety;
   • Serve as chair of the college Safety/Ergonomics Committee.
   • Serve as a member of the Institutional Biosafety Committee.
   • Serve on the Research Compliance Working Group.
6. Human Resource Support and Administration:
   • Assist management in drafting appropriate policies and procedures related to Environmental Health and Safety;
   • Manage Workers’ Compensation and return to work programs;
   • Participate in the development and implementation of Human Resources initiatives such as New Employee Orientation, Staff Enrichment and Performance Development.
   • Use current technology to provide access to environmental, health and safety programs and policies on the Human Resources website.
7. Additional Job Functions:
   • Assist with special Human Resource office projects.
   • Represent Human Resources Department with other campus committees and Organizations.
   • Serve as a key member of the Senior Emergency Response Group (SERG) and as a potential incident commander in the event of a campus emergency.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a science field is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years of experience in safety and environmental management.
• At least three years at the supervisory/management level.
• Additional credentials – licensures or education – is preferred.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally and educationally diverse community.
• A thorough knowledge of regulations is essential.
• Management experience is required, both as direct management of department personnel and as indirect manager of environmental and safety policies and regulations among employees who are not direct reports.
• Training administration is also essential.
• Computer skills including webpage management are preferred.

Benefits:

Bates College offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits (health, dental, sick leave, 24 days of vacation, 2 personal days, 13 paid holidays, dependent care subsidy, free parking, access to library and athletic facilities & more), and a supportive, collegial environment in a drug and smoke-free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Bates College is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and providing an educational and work environment free from discrimination. The college prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses in the recruitment and admission of its students, in the administration of its education policies and programs, or in the recruitment of its faculty and staff. Bates College adheres to all applicable state and federal equal opportunity laws and regulations. All college faculty, staff, students, contractors, visitors, and volunteers are responsible for understanding and complying with the Non-Discrimination Policy.

Inquiries concerning the college’s policies, compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations (such as Title VII, Title IX, and ADA/Section 504), and complaints may be directed to Gwen Lexow, Title IX Officer, 207-786-6445 or via email at [e-mail].

About Bates:

Bates is internationally recognized as a leading liberal arts college, attracting 2,000 students from across the U.S. and around the world.

Since 1855, Bates has been dedicated to educating the whole person through creative and rigorous scholarship in a collaborative residential community. Committed to opportunity and excellence, Bates has always admitted students without regard to gender, race, religion, or national origin.

Cultivating intellectual discovery and informed civic action, Bates prepares leaders sustained by a love of learning and zeal for responsible stewardship of the wider world. Bates engages the forces — intellectual trends, demographic changes, and technology — that are transforming higher education and the world into which our students graduate.

Bates has highly competitive admissions, graduates over 90 percent of its entering students, and more than half of its alumni earn graduate degrees. Bates employs 200 faculty members and 550 staff.

The college is proud of deep roots in the Lewiston/Auburn community, Maine’s second-largest urban area with a population of approximately 65,000. Bates is located on a beautiful, 133-acre, traditional New England campus in Lewiston, an emerging city with an entrepreneurial climate, a lively arts scene, and a dynamic business community. Bates is 35 miles north of Portland, 140 miles north of Boston, and 350 miles north of New York City.