Regional EHS Coordinator, Southeastern Campuses

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Pennsylvania State University Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), a department of University Police and Public Safety, is seeking to hire a Regional EHS Coordinator . If you are passionate about Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) and looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact within an academic institution, EHS encourages you to apply. Our EHS team is committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship throughout the University. As part of our team, you will have access to: Collaborative Work Environment: Our team values collaboration and actively works together to solve complex challenges, fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. Professional Development Opportunities: We invest in our employees’ growth through training programs, workshops, enhancing their skills and advancing their careers. As a Regional EHS Coordinator, you will: Work with a group of client locations, including Commonwealth Campuses and research locations in Zone 2, to effectively implement environmental health and safety (EHS) services and programs. This position will support Penn State Altoona, Fayette, Harrisburg, Mont Alto and York Campuses as well as the Altoona Bus Research and Testing Center, CoAS Southeast Ag Research, CoAS Fruit Research and Dickinson Law Carlisle, and is subject to change based on assignment areas and operations. Evaluate chemical, biological and radiological, fire and general safety hazards as well as hazardous materials shipments and waste management practices; implement effective safe work practices in accordance with established departmental standards and advance the Penn State safety culture. Implement EHS services and programs with routine supervisory review of safe work practice recommendations for high hazard operations. Initiate and lead coordinated approaches to address the development and administration of EHS programs and procedures; provide continuous analysis, interpretation, resolution, implementation and monitoring of programs. Engage with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and students, to promote EHS best practices. Support the development, implementation and continual improvement of EHS programs for the University. This position is a hybrid position that includes a combination of work out of a home office, and in-person days at the campuses throughout the southeastern division of Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in the sciences, engineering, industrial hygiene, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Must be capable of demonstrating PSU supplied safety equipment and lifting/moving materials weighing up to 35 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be capable of utilizing respiratory protection equipment including negative-pressure respirators.
• Must be capable of climbing ladders with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be reachable and accessible for emergencies during work and off-hours via phone and email.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask, and outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with other departments are necessary.
• Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
• This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years of related work experience in scientific research, technical, or healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote the advancement of the Penn State safety culture for customers and act as the EHS liaison for assigned campuses and areas.
• Conduct safety outreach and education for Departments and areas assigned and coordinate with supervisor to affirm effective EHS programs and service implementation in areas.
• Assess and coordinate required EHS trainings based on current operations and maintain associated metrics and information systems.
• Implement the occupational hazard assessment and exposure monitoring programs including chemical, biological, and radiological hazard assessments, respiratory protection, noise and hearing conservation, and ergonomics.
• Conduct EHS program compliance inspections and assessments in accordance with EHS standards to determine compliance with University Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Respond as part of an emergency team to incidents involving fire, hazardous materials, environmental and chemical spills, gas leaks, indoor air quality issues, floods, and other emergencies.
• Serve as the hazardous material spill responder; utilizing proper PPE and conducting clean-up and decontamination activities to remediate a hazardous material spill when necessary.
• Maintain internal EHS safety training modules and certifications and provide constructive feedback on the training programs.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees