System Fire Marshal
About The Position
The System Fire Marshal oversees procedures and processes for the proper handling of hazardous waste and safety across the Health System. The role administers Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at Rochester Regional Health and consults with the rest of the system. It directs compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements, serves as the appointed RRH Safety Officer, and leads system safety committees and affiliate Safety Officers. The position also works with Workers’ Compensation leadership to improve employee safety and administers Joint Commission Environment of Care compliance. The System Fire Marshal serves as Program Director for Safety and Hazardous Materials and directs RRH surgical research operations, including direct reports. The role chairs the Institutional Animal Care and Use and Biosafety Committees and oversees compliance with applicable research and animal-care requirements. It also manages departmental budgets, payroll, and direct reports.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
- Strong analytical, computer, and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Occupational Health and Safety Technologist preferred.
- NYS Asbestos Inspector preferred.
- CAP Surveyor Certification preferred.
- Certified Health Care Safety Professional preferred.
- Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt Certification preferred.
- Master’s degree preferred in Health Care Operations.
Responsibilities
- Administer Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at RRH and act as a consultant to the rest of the system.
- Direct compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Health, Department of Environmental Conservation, and The Joint Commission.
- Serve as the appointed RRH Safety Officer, direct affiliate Safety Officers, and chair the Safety Committee and Safety Liaison Committee.
- Work with Workers’ Compensation leadership to improve system employee safety.
- Administer Joint Commission compliance with the Environment of Care.
- Serve as Program Director for Safety and Hazardous Materials.
- Direct RRH surgical research operations, including direct reports.
- Chair the Institutional Animal Care and Use and Biosafety Committees and oversee compliance with the Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health, and United States Department of Agriculture.
- Manage departmental budgets, payroll, and direct reports.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
