Director of Environmental Health & Safety

About This Role

The Director of Environmental Health & Safety provides leadership and oversight for the District's Hazardous Materials Management Program, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. This role is responsible for integrating environmental compliance into planning and construction processes and serves as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee District policies and procedures for the safe collection, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials and wastes, including asbestos, lead, e-waste, and medical/biological waste
• Serve as the District's lead representative during inspections and audits by regulatory agencies; coordinate inspection readiness, respond to findings, and ensure corrective actions are completed
• Direct and manage hazardous materials closure activities for areas no longer in use, including preparation of Closure Plans and Reports
• Prepare, submit, and maintain all required environmental permits, applications, and reports (annual, biannual, or as required)
• Lead the development and maintenance of the District's Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) for bond-funded projects
• Design, implement, and deliver training programs for employees who handle hazardous materials; maintain accurate training records
• Draft and maintain Standard Operating Procedures to ensure the safe and compliant handling of hazardous materials
• Develop and maintain programs such as Electronic Waste Management, Hazardous Waste Minimization Plans, and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with campus stakeholders and regulatory agencies
• Advise District personnel on compliance issues and pertinent permit requirements; provide technical options relating to the Hazardous Materials Management Program
• Report annually to the Chancellor and Board of Trustees on program status, inspection results, corrective actions, and recommended improvements
• Participate in District committees, including the District Bond Safety Committee, and represent the District in professional and technical groups related to EH&S

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Engineering, Environmental Management, or a related scientific field
• 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental compliance
• 2-3 years of management experience with hazardous waste programs and vendor contracts
• Working knowledge of federal environmental compliance regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Engineering, Environmental Management, or a related scientific field.
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in environmental compliance and two to three years of management experience with hazardous waste programs and vendor contracts.

Nice to Have

• Master's degree
• Working knowledge of California state environmental regulations
• Experience completing a permitted regulatory closure of a hazardous waste area

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits