Hazardous Materials & EH&S Program Leader

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

13 paid holidays

24 annual leave days

18 sick days

Health insurance and benefits

401(a) retirement with 6% match

Wellness programs

Job summary

West Virginia University is seeking a Hazardous Materials Manager to lead the planning, design, development, and administration of statewide institutional policies for hazardous materials, waste, and universal waste. You will supervise staff, oversee goal setting, and ensure timely determinations and reporting to administration.

Join a team dedicated to safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while supporting a healthy campus environment across WVU facilities statewide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least five years professional experience in hazardous materials or hazardous waste management.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
• Must pass post-offer physical and health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Meet with staff to develop goals, provide direction, and oversee performance.
• Ensure hazardous waste determinations are completed timely.
• Assign tasks through a work management system.
• Prepare reports for administration as required.
• Supervise Hazardous Materials Specialists and Graduate Students.
• Provide training and guidance on EH&S programs.
• Develop and implement safe chemical use and waste minimization programs.
• Maintain relationships with regulatory agencies.

Skills

Lead and supervise employees

Hazardous waste management

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Safety Management / EHS

Master's degree in Chemistry / Safety Management / EHS

Job description

West Virginia University is seeking a Hazardous Materials Manager to lead the planning, design, development, and administration of statewide institutional policies for hazardous materials, waste, and universal waste. You will supervise staff, oversee goal setting, and ensure timely determinations and reporting to administration.

Join a team dedicated to safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement while supporting a healthy campus environment across WVU facilities statewide.