Job Profile:
Safety Manager 2
Job Family:
Environmental Health and Safety
Time Type:
Full time Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Job Profile Summary:
Identifies and assesses risks linked to campus activities, contributing to the enhancement of safety protocols, and coordinating training programs to mitigate these risks effectively. Leads emergency response activities. Conducts recruitments for the subfamily.
Job Description:
Position Salary Range:
- $80,000 - $100,000 annually; offer dependent upon experience.
Essential Duties:
- Manages all programs and activities to support and encourage environmental compliance.
- Coordinates and manages unit-wide administrative functions to include development and implementation of management and business strategies.
- Manages environmental compliance staff and related subject matter experts.
- Manages, trains, and provides regular performance feedback and evaluation to staff; develops and implements job expectations and objectives.
- Provides task assignments to staff; provides clear directions and there is a two-way dialogue; encourages staff and monitors work in progress.
- Ensures staff have the tools to deliver services.
- Applies established goals operationally into implementation of tactics.
- Manages budgets and plans in daily operation.
- Recommends policies and procedures to achieve environmental compliance with University policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations.
- Manages environmental compliance recordkeeping and documentation.
- May be involved in hazardous waste management recordkeeping activities.
- Serves as technical resource and reviews committee activities for the University Environmental Affairs and Sustainability Practices.
- Provides subject matter expertise to other university safety committees.
- Manages day-to-day activities of environmental compliance efforts on all campuses.
- Oversees interactions with environmental regulatory inspectors and communicates outcome to leadership.
- Conducts internal environmental inspections and audits to identify deficiencies.
- Develops and coordinates timely environmental corrective and preventive actions.
- Reviews plans to ensure that new university facilities and buildings include components needed to achieve environmental compliance.
- Maintains appropriate documentation and recordkeeping to satisfy environmental regulations.
- Advises faculty, staff and students on proper environmental management techniques and provides recommendations for appropriate action upon request.
- Ensures educational or training sessions are held for faculty, staff and students regarding environmental compliance programs, including air quality, dust control, asbestos management and others.
- Advises leadership of the status of ongoing environmental compliance activities and makes recommendations for appropriate actions.
- Collaborates with environmental compliance vendors to facilitate efficient, cost effective and timely compliance services.
- Manages wastewater testing activities or results as needed.
- Provides compliance support for drinking water supply systems at remote ASU locations.
- Serves on the ASU environmental response team.
- Serves as designated emergency response representative for environmental, chemical and gas releases as part of 24/7 emergency response service.
- Serves as a representative of the University at state, regional and national organizations, boards, councils and committees as assigned.
- Stays abreast of discipline specific and pending regulatory and legislative changes through reference sources.
- Prepares regulatory compliance reports that fairly and objectively detail the inspection results and recommended actions.
- Provides permit applications and reports to leaders for submission to Federal, State and local agencies.
- Identifies potential problem areas which require continued priority attention in order to prevent situations from recurring.
- Review and incorporate best practices as appropriate.
- Develops strategic objectives in collaboration with other unit leaders.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of local, state, national environmental, occupational health and safety laws and regulations and compliance strategies.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental science, research techniques, field monitoring protocols, methods and equipment.
- Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices.
- Knowledge of audit principles and practices.
- Skill in decision-making and problem resolution.
- Skill in both communication.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and establishing and facilitating work teams.
- Skill in effectively managing, supervising, and coaching assigned staff.
- Skill in administering and overseeing environmental programs and activities.
- Skill in understanding and interpreting complex technical data, statutes, guidelines and regulations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to lead project and management teams.
- Ability to lead by example in communicating, participating and encouraging support of the institutions sustainability programs.
- Ability to stimulate changes in individual, institutional and corporate behaviors to create a more sustainable environment.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with managing and performing environmental compliance inspections.
- Experience managing environmental permits and modifications.
- Experience with Title V air emissions programs and permits.
- Experience in a higher education setting.
Working Environment:
- Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse 75 percent; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
- Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
- Works in highly dangerous areas with uncontained or spilled hazardous materials.
Department Statement:
University Business Services (UBS) supports the New American University's vision of excellence, access, and impact by providing business services and solutions to the university. UBS is comprised of departments including Auxiliary Business Services, Environmental Health and Safety, Parking and Transit Services, Physical Security Initiatives and Emergency Management, Risk Management Services, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability Practices.
With more than 100,000 students, Arizona State University is a comprehensive public research university located in one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the United States. ASU's historic Tempe campus is home to research-based academic disciplines. At the West campus, ASU offers students interdisciplinary programs for broad learning experiences. At the Polytechnic campus, students approach professional and technological programs through project-based learning. The Downtown Phoenix campus, the university's newest location, is focused on programs with public purpose.
As one of the fastest growing research universities in the United States, ASU offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professionals. In a leadership role, EHS works with the research and administrative communities to develop sound, cost effective solutions to the challenges associated with the development of compliance strategies and good health and safety practices. For more information about EHS, please visit our website at: http://cfo.asu.edu/ehs.
We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. We believe every member on our team enriches us by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.
ASU offers tuition waivers (to include yourself, spouse, and dependents), paid vacations and holidays, excellent benefit package, employee training and development opportunities to prepare you for the challenges ahead.
The position is located at the University Services Building, 1551 S. Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona and provides support to all ASU locations.
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, professional licenses, Department of Motor Vehicle, and certifications. Possession of a current Arizona driver’s license is required upon employment.
All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU and University Business Services will not provide sponsorship for employment.
Driving Requirement:
This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.
Location:
Campus: Tempe
Funding:
No Federal Funding
Instructions to Apply:
Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.
To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:
Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.
Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.
Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.
Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.
Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
ASU Statement:
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.
ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a key part of your total compensation. Visit the ASU Compensation Estimator
Employment Verification Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Fingerprint Check Statement:
This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.
