Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences•Albany, NY

28d

About The Position

The Environmental Health and Safety Manger oversees, develops, and coordinates multiple safety programs at the college including programs under student and research (biosafety, chemical hygiene, and lab safety) and other safety programs deemed necessary (e.g. bloodborne pathogen, needlestick program, etc.). They Ensure College's compliance with federal, state and local environmental health and safety regulations, standards, ordinances, permits, and licenses while minimizing institutional liability; keep abreast of changes to applicable laws, regulations, standards, codes, policies. The Environmental Heath and Safety Manager reports to the Vice President for the Student Experience (encompasses campus facilities) and works closely with the Dean's from the School of Pharmacy and School of Health Sciences, and the Office of Human Resources to ensure safety compliance.

Requirements

Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and DSHS regulations
Engages in self directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses and attending training and/or courses as required by the supervisor.
Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and training skills are required.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
An understanding of budget preparation and use of databases for storage and access of records
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must have the ability to gather, correlate, and analyze information and devise solutions to administrative problems.
Bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety or relevant area of study.
One year of experience working in the area of environmental health and safety.

Responsibilities

Implement the College's EHS programs including: Campus Emergency Action and Fire Prevention Plan, Hazard Communication Program, Chemical Hygiene Plan, Bloodborne Pathogens Program, Personal Protective Equipment Policy, Lockout/Tagout and Electrical Safety Program, Air Program and Restricted Emissions Status (RES) , Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan, Hazardous, Universal and Biological Waste Management, and other programs as warranted; establish a review and evaluation processes to determine each program's effectiveness; revise and update as required.
Assist College personnel in understanding the EH&S plans, procedures and guidelines, as well as federal, state and local requirements; will be responsible for conducting and assisting facility managers and supervisors with inspections and audits; will assist in the implementation of corrective action strategies; and will provide periodic status reports to management.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate safety training programs for faculty, staff and students; maintain training documentation and monitor refresher training requirements.
Collaborate with the Office of Human Resources as it pertains to the learning management systems (ADP and CITI), and reporting and tracking purposes.
Maintain required documentation and records related to EH&S programs including inspection records, monitoring data, training records, safety data sheets (SDS), waste disposal records, Source Registration and Emissions Statements, Tier II Emergency and Hazardous Chemical Inventory Forms, and other required reports.
Regularly inspect and coordinate maintenance and repair of safety devices such as fume hoods, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and personal protective equipment to ensure proper supply and working condition.
Assist in the investigation of incidents/accidents. Analyze incident/accident reports for trends. Make recommendations for correcting unsafe conditions and actions.
Serve as the College's Bio-Safety Officer (BSO) and Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO).
Coordinate the maintenance and repair of institutional laboratory core equipment. In consultation with the Director of Research and the Research Committee, establish a core equipment list on an annual basis and identify core equipment covered under service contracts.
Chair College Safety Committee; assist committee with problem identification and remediation, policy development, procedures, committee charges, and compliance issues.