Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Posting Details (Default Section)

Posting Number:
20244147S

Position Title:
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Position Type:
Staff

Location:
Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type:
Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule:
full-time/12-months

Avg Hours Week

Department:
808-Environmental Safety

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Director of Environmental Health and Safety, the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist manages and oversees campus environmental health and safety ( EHS ) programs to assure a safe work environment, minimize environmental impact of University activities, and comply with applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and present training programs in compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulatory requirements.
• Respond to and assess selected EHS concerns (hazardous building material abatement; indoor air quality; pest control), develop corrective actions as needed, and assure resolution.
• Oversee selected EHS programs such as hazardous building material management, indoor air quality, pest control, and ergonomics.
• Collaborate with other members of the Facilities Management Organization to address occasional hazards that arise as a result of project or maintenance activities, in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Contribute to development of a campus-wide integrated EHS program. This includes developing policies/procedures, conducting periodic audits, writing reports, etc.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations.
• Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years of experience administering EHS programs.
• General knowledge of federal and Pennsylvania EHS regulatory requirements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Competency with Microsoft Office software products.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety & Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, or related science/engineering field.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional, Board Certified Environmental Engineer.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

• Occasional exposure to chemicals, noise, illumination, poor air quality, asbestos, lead paint, mold, adverse weather, enclosed spaces, and hazardous materials.
• Occasional off-hours work to support construction/maintenance activities.
• Walking, sitting, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 pounds.

Special Message to Applicants:

Posting Date:
09/09/2024

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:
Commensurate with Experience

Salary Band:
H

Job Classification:
exempt