UNIV - Program Manager II -Waste & Env Programs

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

7d•$81,192 - $146,166

About The Position

The Program Manager II - Waste & Environmental Programs (WEP) leads the URM - Workplace Health and Safety WEP team in strategic planning and execution of departmental initiatives. The role oversees specialized waste, environmental, safety, and emergency response programs, including infectious, hazardous, pathological, chemotherapy, and sharps waste; asbestos; UST/AST; air permitting; and emergency response activities. It requires operational and contract management expertise, team leadership, project management, budget oversight, vendor relations, staff development, and collaboration across departments and locations. The Program Manager II serves as a liaison, promotes best practices, and advances continuous improvement while aligning departmental objectives with the organization’s mission and vision. The position oversees regulatory compliance and reporting, including interpretation of applicable federal, state, and local regulations; required reports and permits; inspections and audits; responses to notices of violation and corrective action requests; regulated medical waste handling; vendor compliance; and staff training. It also develops contract management strategies, negotiates vendor agreements, evaluates vendor performance, develops vendor relationships, and establishes policies and procedures. The Program Manager II develops and implements strategies for Waste and Environmental Programs, Emergency Response Programs, and Safety Team Initiatives; evaluates programs and performance; uses data to inform decisions and resource allocation; and builds stakeholder partnerships. The role manages program budgets and fiduciary responsibilities, prepares financial reports, forecasts resource needs, and identifies cost-saving opportunities. It also coaches and develops staff, supports recruitment and onboarding, fosters engagement and collaboration, and participates in leadership training and development initiatives. The position requires a bachelor's degree and four years of relevant program experience. Preferred qualifications include DOT Materials Certification, Hazwoper Certification, RCRA Hazardous Pharmaceuticals Certification, and extensive contract, vendor, and project management experience. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week and has a listed pay range of $81,192 to $146,166.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Four years of relevant program experience.
Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and efficiency.
Physical ability to perform job functions in upright, seated, and walking/mobile positions; work indoors continuously and outdoors, in confined spaces, and in dusty areas as required.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 15 pounds unassisted, and to perform the listed reaching, hand, arm, fine-motor, and gross-motor activities.
Required visual, color discrimination, depth perception, peripheral vision, tactile, and hearing abilities as described in the physical requirements.

Nice To Haves

DOT Materials Certification.
Hazwoper Certification.
RCRA Hazardous Pharmaceuticals Certification.
Extensive contract management experience.
Extensive vendor management experience.
Extensive project management experience.

Responsibilities

Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including SC DHEC infectious waste regulations and EPA hazardous waste regulations under RCRA.
Prepare, submit, and maintain regulatory reports, permits, and compliance documentation, including infectious waste, hazardous waste, air, water quality, and stormwater reports.
Manage site inspections and audits and respond to notices of violation and corrective action requests.
Oversee segregation, packaging, labeling, storage, and transport of regulated medical waste.
Audit waste vendors for compliance with manifest tracking and DHEC transportation rules.
Train staff on infectious waste handling and maintain training records.
Direct contract management strategies and vendor development initiatives for Waste and Environmental Program management and development.
Negotiate vendor terms and conditions and oversee vendor performance and deliverables.
Develop and maintain contract management policies and procedures, assess potential vendors, and establish a vendor management framework.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align vendor capabilities with organizational needs and goals.
Provide internal teams with training and support on contract management and vendor relations.
Identify contract risks and propose mitigation strategies.
Develop and implement strategic plans for Waste and Environmental Programs, Emergency Response Programs, and Safety Team Initiatives.
Assess existing programs, identify improvement opportunities, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align safety programs with organizational goals.
Use data analysis to guide decision-making and resource allocation, and monitor program performance through evaluation metrics and reporting.
Establish and maintain stakeholder partnerships and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in health care delivery.
Manage fiduciary responsibilities for Waste, Environmental, and Emergency Response programs.
Develop and manage the WEP program budget, identify cost-saving initiatives, monitor budget performance, and analyze trends and variances.
Prepare financial reports and presentations and collaborate with leadership on budget forecasts and resource allocation.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations, and provide training and support as needed.
Create a coaching and rounding schedule for Environmental Health Manager III and Environmental Health Manager II positions.
Design, deliver, and evaluate training and enrichment opportunities to develop emergency response skills, leadership, and staff capabilities.
Promote staff engagement, collaboration, retention, and professional development; serve as an advisor and coach to the WEP team.
Manage recruitment, including job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
Participate in departmental leadership training and development initiatives and attend scheduled meetings, trainings, and coaching sessions prepared and on time.