Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Overview

Environmental Health and Safety Manager job at California State University, Bakersfield. Bakersfield, CA. Environmental Health and Safety Manager CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Administrator I UNION CODE: M80 FT/PT: Full-time PAY PLAN: 12-month WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location) ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $7,500 - $8,334

CSU classification salary range: $4,135 - $12,288 PAY BASIS: Monthly

BENEFITS: CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible employees that includes medical plans, dental plans, vision coverage, CalPERS retirement participation, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 15 paid holidays per year, and more. See our benefits website for additional information.

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: Open to all qualified applicants

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION, applications must be received by January 2, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.

POSITION PURPOSE: Under the administrative direction of the Director of Safety and Risk Management, the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for leading EHS staff in the campus-wide administration of all aspects of environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The role involves applying a technical EHS understanding in contributing to developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive EHS policies and procedures in the areas of occupational safety, food safety, industrial hygiene, hazardous material spill response, radiation safety, biological safety, chemical safety, construction safety management, and student safety. The EHS Manager works collaboratively with various departments to identify potential hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement corrective measures aimed at minimizing risks and promoting a culture of safety across the campus.

Duties & Responsibilities

• EHS Program Management/Development
• Assist in the development of and management of all aspects related to EHS programs, under the direction of the Director.
• Apply technical knowledge of EHS to ensure programs remain evergreen and relevant including but not limited to: IIPP, LOTO, hazardous waste, APSA, HazCom, radiation safety, and biosafety.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure EHS programs are all-encompassing of the organization's activities.
• Complete needs assessments to identify gaps and determine current needs within the organization.
• Perform regulatory reviews to identify all relevant federal, state, and local regulations that apply to the campus.
• Participate in hazard identification as part of the risk assessment to incorporate findings into EHS programs.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of existing safety programs and policies and identify and recommend areas for enhancement in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with other departments and lead or participate in cross-functional teams and committees focused on environmental health and safety initiatives.
• Supervision & Leadership
• Lead and supervise an EHS team by providing direction, managing workloads, and assigning priorities.
• Assist in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new staff as needed.
• Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Conduct performance evaluations, offer constructive feedback, and recognize outstanding contributions.
• Collaborate with team members to establish team goals and objectives in alignment with department's overall vision.
• Address and resolve conflicts and mediate issues within the team and between stakeholders, working with the Director as needed.
• Serve as a Safety Officer for the University Incident Command System (ICS) under a declared and/or mobilized university emergency/disaster scenario, reporting to the Incident Commander and/or their designee.
• Ensure excellent customer service in environmental health and safety.
• Strategic Planning/Continuous Improvement
• In coordination with the Director, provide strategic guidance and recommendations to university leadership by offering technical expertise related to EHS strategies, policy development, and collaboration to align safety initiatives with broader institutional objectives.
• Help establish measurable goals and performance indicators to track the effectiveness of safety initiatives.
• Provide functional oversight for campus environmental health and safety by supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of a strategic plan to enhance and promote a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Recommend and contribute to the creation of long-term safety vision, objectives, and operational plans aligned with the university's mission and values.
• Anticipate campus growth impact for the continued effectiveness of campus safety and risk.
• In coordination with the Director of SRM, forecast short and long-term operating budgets as well as special budget refunds from insurance dividends.
• Training & Development
• Develop a comprehensive training matrix based on different employee groups that addresses identified needs including mandatory training, refresher courses, and specialized training for high-risk areas or roles.
• Identify and anticipate the organization's training needs by reviewing job roles, risk assessments, incident reports, and compliance requirements. Identify specific training needs for different employee groups based on their roles and exposure to hazard.
• Risk Management
• Act as a primary point of contact and main liaison between the organization and the regulatory inspectors including accompanying the inspectors during visits and providing requested documents.
• Perform self-directed jobsite audits and inspections to identify EHS deficiencies and work with appropriate stakeholders to correct.
• Oversee the incident investigation process, including development of effective corrective actions, involving the Director as necessary.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in health & safety, environmental engineering, chemistry, industrial hygiene, or a related field and four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the development of environmental, health, and safety with at least two (2) years supervising or leading a team of professional staff.

Licenses

• Possession of a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire:
• 40-hour Hazardous Waste Worker (HazWOPER) certification
• 30-hour Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) compliance training
• Asbestos Management Planner/Building Inspector
• Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, 400, 800 certifications

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities (SKAs)

• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• General knowledge of safety, health, and environmental engineering principles and practices.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local regulations and national standards relating to Environmental Health, including DOT, OSHA, HAZMAT, and NFPA.
• General knowledge of safety systems, risk minimization, and insurance provisions.
• Ability to interface with regulatory agencies and campus stakeholders.
• Familiarity with emergency responses and Campus Emergency Operations Center.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations, risk assessment methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and motivate staff and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; proficient with standard software and campus systems.
• Willingness to travel and attend training; ability to work occasional holidays and be on-call for emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in health & safety, environmental engineering, chemistry, industrial hygiene, or a related field.
• Experience directing a safety, risk, and environmental health program within a large organization, preferably higher education.
• Certifications such as CSP, CHMM, ARM-P, Asbestos Contract Supervisor/Project Designer, ICS All Hazards Safety Officer, CUSECO.

Physical Demands

LIGHT WORK - involves mainly sitting, up to 25% standing or walking; lifting medium weight objects up to 25 pounds.

Environmental Factors

• Exposed to excessive noise
• Around moving machinery
• Exposed to temperature/humidity changes
• Exposed to dust, fumes, gases, or radiation
• Drives motorized equipment
• Works in high places

Special Conditions

Screening: Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience, and interest in the position.

Background Check: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Sensitive Position: Sensitive positions are designated by the CSU as requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position, based on potential for harm to children, safety concerns, or risk of financial loss to the CSU.

Mandated Reporter: Limited: The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Conflict of Interest: A designated position in the CSU Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate must file Conflict of Interest forms as required by the Fair Political Practices Commission.

General Information: CSU Bakersfield hires in the United States and requires documentation verifying right to work. CSU is committed to an inclusive and equitable community free from discrimination and harassment. For the Nondiscrimination Policy contact, see information provided in the original posting.

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