Position Title: Environmental Health and Safety Officer (Confidential Client)
Location: Multiple Facilities | On-site
Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation

Variable compensation available through Annual Reviews and BIPs

Company Overview (Confidential)

Our Client operates 19 DCS/IST facilities and seeks an Environmental Health and Safety Officer to report to the Director of Corporate Services.

Position Summary

The Environmental Health and Safety Officer will oversee environmental health and safety operations across 19 DCS/IST facilities. The role implements policies to ensure a safe and healthy work environment at all facilities, with responsibility for OSHA compliance, safety inspections, emergency preparedness, employee training, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Must-Haves

U.S. citizenship required
One of the following certifications: Associate Safety Professional Certified, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health & Safety Technologist (OHST), or similar
High School Diploma/GED plus 20+ years of experience, OR Associate's degree plus 14 years of experience, OR Bachelor's degree plus twelve years of experience, OR Master's degree plus 10 years of experience
Ability to understand and implement safety regulations, including OSHA standards
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint
Knowledge of safety regulations
Ability to manage multiple projects
Effective training skills
High level of PC proficiency with M.S. office products and Deltek
Strong problem-solving skills, organizational ability, and attention to detail
Ability to work well under pressure and deliver within required deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to understand building plans
Experience with handling and shipping

Primary Functions

Administer fire safety and health; routinely inspect, test, and maintain necessary records
Maintain physical space, ensuring a safe, clean, and OSHA compliant environment
Receive, manage, and process safety and risk work order requests; ensure problems are resolved quickly
Act as liaison between employees and outside contractors needed to resolve technical problems
Draft and implement safety and risk policies
Ensure safety standards are followed throughout all facilities
Participate in the emergency preparedness planning team
Apply, or assist with the application, for required environmental permits, licenses, and permits
Inspect for OSHA violations and other safety issues; coordinate corrective actions with the safety officer and provide guidance and training to employees using the training system
Serve as a member of the Crisis Management, Safety communications, and Facility emergency task force
Monitor the use of corporate services related supplies; order facility supplies as necessary; maintain working relationships with vendors
Develop and conduct environmental health and safety training for employee-owners and maintain/update course materials on the LMS system
Assist Director of Corporate Services in planning and implementing monthly safety topics
Assist in the preparation of weekly Corporate Services reports by consolidating weekly meeting notes and drafting reports for the director to review
Develop and maintain an efficient digital filing system through the SharePoint Portal for all offices
Standardize Corporate Services safety supplies and research new deals and suppliers
Maintain a contact list of assigned facility points of contact and communicate with them on all office requirements about corporate services
Maintain the Space allotment on SharePoint and distribute all updated information to finance
Act as the point of contact for vendors who support all corporate service functions at all locations
Liaise with the director of corporate services to handle requests and queries from internal clients about corporate services functions
Ensure adherence to all relevant OSHA and state and local safety regulations
Educate and oversee employees on health and safety procedures and regulations
Monitor employees in the workplace to ensure safety guidelines are followed
Ensure the company is prepared to submit relevant health and safety documents
Encourage and promote the use of safer work equipment, materials, and supplies
Track the number of incidents and produce reports; coordinate with HR
Monitor exposure to certain hazardous chemicals
Report to Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and other relevant organizations
Keep abreast of industry and market trends and best practices
Collaborate and build long-term relationships with key stakeholders such as legislators and politicians
Coordinate with the property owner to address safety and risk facilities issues covered by the lease agreement
Coordinate with building vendors
Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

U.S. citizenship
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software necessary to create and maintain reports and logs
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of safety regulations
Ability to manage multiple projects
Experience with handling and shipping
Ability to develop and maintain policies regarding safety-training programs
Effective training skills
Ability to understand building plans
High level of interpersonal and communications skills and willingness to be a team player
Ability to work well under pressure and deliver within required deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
Proficiency with SharePoint and Deltek

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout facilities
Ability to bend, lift (40 pounds at a time), stretch, climb, and crawl to maintain and inspect equipment and building systems
Ability to climb and work on a ladder to conduct safety inspections

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