Environmental & Safety Programs Coordinator

Virginia Beach City Public Schools; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Beach City Public Schools seeks an Environmental Programs Coordinator under the Director of Maintenance Services to lead environmental safety initiatives across school facilities. Responsibilities include inspections, abatement, contractor coordination, and indoor air quality management.

The role focuses on regulatory compliance, documentation, and supporting staff in environmental safety tasks, with emphasis on coordinating audits and ensuring adherence to permits and licenses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 4 years of progressively responsible experience in industrial hygiene or environmental compliance, or 7 years in related work.
• Current licenses: Virginia Class VI (or higher) Water Works Operator, Asbestos Inspector, Asbestos Management Planner, or eligible to obtain within first year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate environmental safety programs, inspections, abatement, and contractor activities.
• Maintain records, permits, and compliance documentation for environmental programs.
• Coordinate scheduling for inspections, abatement activities, and contractors.
• Assist with indoor air quality, asbestos, radon, lead, and water sampling.
• Provide guidance on environmental procedures and safety practices to staff.
• Review project drawings and specifications for renovations and new construction.

Skills

Environmental safety practices

Regulatory compliance

Coordination and project management

Record keeping and documentation

Clear communication

Leadership and supervision

Organizational and problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Industrial hygiene/environmental compliance experience

Licenses: Virginia Class VI, Water Works Operator, Asbestos Inspector/Planner

Job description

Virginia Beach City Public Schools seeks an Environmental Programs Coordinator under the Director of Maintenance Services to lead environmental safety initiatives across school facilities. Responsibilities include inspections, abatement, contractor coordination, and indoor air quality management.

The role focuses on regulatory compliance, documentation, and supporting staff in environmental safety tasks, with emphasis on coordinating audits and ensuring adherence to permits and licenses.