School Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Howard County Public School System; United States; On-site; USD 79,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard County Public School System is seeking an Environmental Specialist to promote safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible learning environments across the school system. The role involves applying AHERA licensing, coordinating environmental sampling, and guiding facilities through regulatory compliance processes.

The position requires five years of environmental/industrial hygiene experience, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and Maryland AHERA licenses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Sciences, Occupational Safety Health or related field.
• AHERA Inspector License issued by Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE).
• AHERA Project Designer License issued by Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE).
• Substitution of experience for education allowed on a year-for-year basis (up to four years).
• Five years of environmental/industrial hygiene assessment experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental assessments, inspections, and investigations of school buildings.
• Coordinate environmental sampling, monitoring, testing, and abatement activities; review results and documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and training on environmental health and safety programs.
• Respond to environmental emergencies and assist with incident investigations and risk assessments.

Skills

Environmental health

Regulatory compliance

AHERA familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene/Environmental Sciences

AHERA Inspector License

AHERA Project Designer License

Master’s degree (preferred) in related field

Tools

None

Job description

Howard County Public School System is seeking an Environmental Specialist to promote safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible learning environments across the school system. The role involves applying AHERA licensing, coordinating environmental sampling, and guiding facilities through regulatory compliance processes.

The position requires five years of environmental/industrial hygiene experience, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and Maryland AHERA licenses.