Assistant Director of Environmental Health & Fire Safety

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About The Position

Overview: Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Environmental Health and Fire Safety. This position is responsible for assisting the Director of Environmental Health & Fire Safety with maintaining all aspects of federal, state, and local environmental, health and safety compliance in the areas of regulated waste management, air emissions compliance, laboratory safety, occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, and emergency response. This position will assist in providing compliance assistance services to campus departments and striving to improve safety and health programs for the university. About Quinnipiac: Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,700 students in more than 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing & Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts & Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women’s rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women’s basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review. The Wall Street Journal ranked Quinnipiac #51 among the best colleges in the nation, and second in Connecticut, for our exceptional graduation rate, salary impact, learning facilities, career preparation and learning opportunities. The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, the development of innovative strategic partnerships, and just opened a South Quad with three new buildings. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in an environmental health and safety (EH&S) role, preferably in an academic, laboratory, industrial, or healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other relevant federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to deliver safety training and interact professionally with a diverse range of employees and contractors.
• Ability to maintain detailed records, manage multiple priorities, and coordinate with external vendors and internal departments.
• Ability to perform routine inspections in various work environments including labs, mechanical spaces, and waste areas.
• Valid CT driver's license is required.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30-hour General Industry, HAZWOPER certification, or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining Chemical Hygiene and Hazard Communication programs, including chemical inventories and Safety Data Sheets
• Assist in coordinating, developing, and delivering required EH&S training for employees
• Assist in inspections of laboratories, workshops, waste collection areas, and mechanical spaces
• Assist in the implementation of indoor air quality and industrial hygiene safety programs (i.e., mold, dust, noise, chemicals, radiation)
• Assist in collection, inventory, labeling, segregating, and storage of hazardous, biological, and universal wastes
• Maintain records required under environmental permits and documentation to support compliance with environmental health and safety programs.
• Coordinate the activities of outside contractors to ensure compliance with environmental, and health and safety requirements.
• Maintain inventories of spill response materials and personal protective equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director