Manager, Safety & Emergency Management Full Time Days

adventhealth; Colorado; On-site; USD 94,923 - 176,571; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave (4 weeks)

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Littleton, Colorado is seeking a senior safety professional to oversee the Environment of Care and Life Safety programs. You will manage emergency management plans, conduct inspections, ensure Joint Commission compliance, and coordinate with Facilities, Infection Prevention, and external emergency partners.

The role requires 5+ years in health care safety, OSHA/NFPA/EPA knowledge, and the ability to lead training and incident response efforts.

Qualifications

• Computer experience required; MS Office proficient (Required).
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written (Required).
• Knowledge of Joint Commission Environment of Care standards (Required).
• Knowledge of NFPA Life Safety standards (Required).
• Knowledge of chemical safety, disposal and EPA regulations (Required).
• Understanding of HICS and NIMS (Required).
• Ability to present to large groups (Required).
• Supervisory experience with mentoring, training, and coaching direct reports (Required).

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of Physical Environment and Emergency Management and Joint Commission standards to ensure compliance.
• Update plans, policies, and procedures based on regulatory or organizational changes.
• Manage Joint Commission documentation, Life Safety Code requirements, and coordinate deficiencies with Facilities Management.
• Coordinate maintenance and construction activities with Facilities and Infection Prevention.
• Liaise with external agencies to support community integration and emergency response collaboration.
• Lead documentation, analysis, and reporting for Annual Physical Environment Evaluation and Periodic Performance Reviews.
• Develop and provide safety training related to fire prevention, emergency planning, hazardous materials, and utility systems.
• Prepare reports and analyses for Physical Environment Committee meetings (ICES data review).
• Conduct safety inspections and hazard surveillance with timely corrective actions.
• Manage hazardous waste activities including inspections, storage, disposal, and regulatory reporting.
• Guide departments in emergency preparedness, training, and response activities.
• Direct development and participation of personnel in the hospital’s Decontamination Team.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Supervisory ability

HICS/NIMS knowledge

Regulatory knowledge (OSHA/NFPA/EPA)

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 7700 S BROADWAY

City: LITTLETON

State: Colorado

Postal Code: 80122

Job Description:

• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of Physical Environment and Emergency Management and Joint Commission standards to ensure organizational compliance.
• Oversees updates to Physical Environment and Emergency Management plans, policies, and procedures based on regulatory or organizational changes.
• Manages Joint Commission documentation, Life Safety Code requirements, and coordinates resolution of deficiencies with Facilities Management.
• Coordinates maintenance and construction activities in collaboration with Facilities and Infection Prevention.
• Serves as a liaison with external agencies to support community integration and emergency response collaboration.
• Leads documentation, analysis, and reporting for the Annual Physical Environment Evaluation and Periodic Performance Reviews.
• Develops and provides safety training related to fire prevention, emergency planning, hazardous materials, and utility systems.
• Prepares reports, charts, and analyses for Physical Environment Committee meetings, including ICES data review.
• Conducts safety inspections and hazard surveillance, ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Manages hazardous waste activities, including inspections, storage, disposal, and regulatory reporting.
• Guides departments in emergency preparedness, training, and response activities.
• Directs the development and participation of personnel in the hospital’s Decontamination Team.
• Designs, reviews, and maintains emergency management plans, including disaster drills, hazard vulnerability analysis, and sustainability planning.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with EMS, Fire, Police, and other emergency management partners.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer experience required, experience with MS Office Suite preferred. [Required]
• Must communicate effectively with peers, physicians, clinical and administrative staff. [Required]
• Extensive working knowledge of Joint Commission Environment of Care standards as they apply to a health care facility [Required]
• Knowledge of and experience with the NFPA Life Safety standards [Required]
• Knowledge of and experience with chemical safety, disposal and EPA regulations [Required]
• Knowledge of Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) [Required]
• Effective verbal and written communication skills [Required]
• Ability to make effective presentations to large groups [Required]
• Supervisory knowledge with the ability to mentor, train, and coach direct reports. [Required]

• Experience in conducting safety compliance surveys in a healthcare setting [Required]
• Knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, EPA, DOT regulations, Hospital Incident Command System (HICS), and National Incident Management System (NIMS) [Preferred]
• Experience conducting Life Safety Surveys [Preferred]
• Previous total accountability for a hospital Environment of Care Program. [Preferred]
• Experience in Joint Commission accreditation surveys [Preferred]

Education:

• Bachelor\'s [Required]

Field of Study:

• In occupational health and safety and health care

Work Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in a health care setting providing services related to environment of care, occupational health and safety, or life safety [Required]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) [Preferred]
• Certified Healthcare Emergency Professionals (CHEP) [Preferred]
• Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements: See https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Pay Range: $94,922.92 - $176,570.85

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.