EHS Safety Programs Manager

University of California, Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 93,200 - 174,200; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside is seeking an experienced EHS Safety Programs Manager to lead occupational safety initiatives across the campus and oversee safety specialists. The role reports to the Director of Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Environmental Programs and drives measurable safety improvements.

Applicants must have current U.S. work authorization and possess relevant education and certifications in occupational safety and risk management, with strong communication,

Qualifications

• Current U.S. work authorization.
• Relevant education, licensure, and certifications in occupational safety and risk management.
• Experience supervising safety specialists and managing campus-wide safety programs.
• Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve occupational safety programs across the UCR campus community.
• Supervise assigned safety specialists.
• Report to the Director of Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Environmental Programs.
• Be accountable for campus-wide program performance, including measurable outcomes, compliance results, and effective program execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Occupational safety certifications

Job description

Priority Application Deadline: 07/31/2026

Overview

Job ID 37375396

Category Facilities Development and Environmental Health & Safety

Organization Planning Budget & Administration

Department Environmental Health & Safety Dept

Location Main Campus - UCR

Salary $93,200 - $174,200

Date Posted July 10, 2026

Application Deadline Open Until Filled

Schedule 8AM - 5PM

Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)

Level of Supervision Direction

Personnel Program Code Management & Sr Professional

Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No, UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

The full salary range for the EHS Safety Programs Manager is $93,200 - $174,200 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is from $93,200 - $129,108 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Environmental Health, Safety & Risk Management supports the University of California, Riverside by promoting a safe, healthy, and compliant campus environment through prevention, education, consultation, inspection, investigation, and continuous improvement. The department partners with campus units to identify hazards, implement controls, ensure compliance with applicable requirements, and strengthen a culture of safety.

The EHS Safety Programs Manager serves as a campus leader within Environmental Health, Safety & Risk Management (EHSRM) and reports to the Director of Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Environmental Programs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve occupational safety programs across the UCR campus community.
• Supervise assigned safety specialists.
• Report to the Director of Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Environmental Programs.
• Be accountable for campus-wide program performance, including measurable outcomes, compliance results, and effective program execution.

Qualifications

• Current U.S. work authorization.
• Relevant education, licensure, and certifications in occupational safety and risk management.
• Experience supervising safety specialists and managing campus-wide safety programs.
• Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills.