Director of Environmental, Health and Safety

The Director of Environmental, Health and Safety is responsible for establishing and administering a comprehensive environmental health and safety program to ensure a safe and healthy environment for faculty, students, staff and the University community.  The Director assists with ensuring that operations are in compliance with University policies and standards, the Occupational Safety & Health Act and other applicable environmental and health rules, regulations and laws.  The Director oversees and coordinates programs related to fire safety, emergency and service response, laboratory and research safety, hazardous materials management and regulatory compliance.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure institutional and departmental compliance with the Department of Environmental Protection, Occupational Safety and Health Act, Environmental Protection Agency, and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Report alleged violations of regulations and policies with regard to the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Department of Environmental Protection, Environmental Protection Agency, and other regulatory agency policies to the Office of General Counsel and assist the Office of the General Counsel in investigating any alleged violations and implementing corrective actions, if necessary.
• Educate the campus community on issues relating to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Environmental protection Agency, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, and other regulatory agencies.
• Identify, report and assist in investigating regulatory violations at the request of the General Counsel; support corrective action planning and implementation.
• Monitor University compliance with the Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other regulatory agencies. Prepare necessary reports for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and other regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate response plans for incidents involving safety hazards, hazardous materials, and environmental emergencies.
• Serve as a member of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).

Training & Education:

• Develop, implement, and oversee mandatory and voluntary EHS training programs (in-person and online), including but not limited to:
  • Hazard Communication
  • Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Asbestos Awareness
  • Lock Out/ Tag Out
  • Ladder Safety
  • Slip, trip and Fall Prevention
  • Emergency Response
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Lift Training
• Educate the campus community on environmental, health, and safety regulations and best practices.
• Assign, track, and monitor OSHA and compliance training for Facilities Management and related teams

Fire, Safety & Facilities Coordination:

• Collaborate with the Campus Fire and Safety Supervisor to ensure fire and life safety systems, inspections, and corrective actions are implemented and maintained campus-wide.
• Assist in directing Fire and Safety and Service Response Facilities Management staff to ensure daily regulatory compliance.
• Serve on University committees, including the Fire and Safety Committee.

Program Operations:

• Inspect University-owned and leased properties to ensure compliance with leasing agreements, safety requirements, security measures, and key control procedures.
• Serve as liaison to Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music for custodial services, landscaping, and service response coordination.

Develop and manage inventory control systems, including:

• Hazardous materials inventories
• Work in conjunction with Finance and Budgets on fixed asset inventory
• Campus signage inventory and distribution
• EV charging equipment and usage monitoring

Monitor and oversee campus electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to ensure operational readiness and compliance.

• Assist with coordination of the fire and safety program and work with the Campus Fire and Safety Supervisor to direct the Fire and Safety and Service Response Facilities Management staff in the daily compliance with various regulations and requirements.
• Serve on appropriate University committees, such as the Fire and Safety Committee.
• Coordinate hazardous and regulated medical waste programs with other University departments as needed.
• Provide oversight to managers and staff responsible for fire and life safety, service response operations, lab/research safety, and fleet safety programs; assign work, set priorities, and evaluate staff performance.
• Develop and oversee inventory control.
• Assist the General Counsel's Office with gathering information for insurance claims. 
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director, including special projects.
• Keep Executive Director informed about progress and problems on a daily basis or as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree.
• A valid driver’s license in your state of residence and have had no serious violations (Type A) within the past five (5) years and no more than three (3) moving violations (Type B) in the past three (3) years. University Policy found here: Monmouth University Vehicle Use Policy.
• Knowledge and application of government regulations regarding general and chemical safety and an understanding of federal, state EPA and OSHA regulations and requirements and assorted legal processes.
• Strong management training and counseling skills and ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents. Understanding of relevant laws and regulations essential.
• Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with sensitivity and tact and be sensitive to the dynamics of cultural differences.
• Experience in policy development and implementation. Experience with local, state and federal regulatory agencies and handling confidential and sensitive issues.
• Possess (or obtain within 6 months of employment) and maintain US EPA RCRA Hazardous Waste Management/Certification and NICET Level II certification.
• Ability to work independently and produce high quality work in an environment where there are multiple projects and pressing and changing priorities and deadlines.
• Requires occasional evening, weekend, and on-call work in response to emergencies.
• Must have excellent work history and attendance.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English, including MSDS directions, chemical product labels, equipment manuals, workorders, reports, spreadsheets, etc. as required. Must be able to calculate mathematically.
• Must have working knowledge of computers and various software applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of required safety and personal protective equipment (including respiratory protection). Must be able to work in multi-story buildings without elevators. Must be able to climb ladders and work at heights and in confined spaces as needed.
• Must perform all work in strict accordance with accepted trade practices, code requirements and all safety and good housekeeping requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, ability to treat confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• Staff and temporary employees, with earned sick leave according to the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Act. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Fitness Center - Employees are entitled to use the Fitness Center while employed in their PT capacity.
• Recreational & Cultural Activities - Athletic and cultural events throughout the academic year are open to employees. Many of these events are open to employees free of charge or at reduced costs
• University Bookstore discount - Employees receive a ten percent (10%) discount on most items purchased in the University Bookstore. 

To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information | Human Resources | Monmouth University

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Barbara Santos at bsantos@monmouth.edu or 732-263-5629

Note to Applicants:

Please keep in mind that a job posted as “Open until filled” may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.