Environmental Health and Safety Specialist II

The Jackson Laboratory is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist II in Ellsworth, ME. This role involves developing and managing EHS programs to ensure compliance with regulations, conducting audits, training employees, and investigating incidents. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 5 years of EHS experience, with strong communication skills and knowledge of regulations like OSHA and EPA. The position offers a pay range of $68,344 - $99,099 and supports sustainability initiatives within the organization.
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist II Environmental Health and Safety Specialists at The Jackson Laboratory are responsible for developing, organizing, administering, monitoring, and evaluating EHS programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. They accomplish this by leveraging strong communication and collaboration skills to involve and engage leaders and employees in the important work of maintaining a safe workplace, and in protecting the environment by supporting the organization's sustainability initiatives led by Facilities Services. Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions Participate in various leader and employee engagement activities Conduct regular EHS audits and inspections to identify and eliminate hazards, risks, and non-conformities Develop and update EHS policies, procedures, and plans in accordance with legal requirements and best practices Provide EHS training and awareness programs to employees and contractors on topics such as hazard identification, risk assessment, emergency response, incident reporting, etc. Investigate and report EHS incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions Monitor and measure EHS performance and effectiveness using key performance indicators (KPIs) and management reviews Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, such as management, employees, customers, suppliers, regulators, auditors, etc., on EHS matters Maintain and improve our EHS programs and management systems Support the preparation and execution of internal and external EHS audits and certifications Stay updated on the latest EHS trends, regulations, and standards, and advise the organization on the implications and opportunities Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities A bachelor's degree in environmental, health and safety, engineering, or a related field preferred 5 years of experience in EHS compliance and management systems, preferably in a similar industry Ability to become professionally certified in area(s) of responsibility. Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, laws, and standards, such as OSHA, EPA, etc. A strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams A high level of initiative, self-motivation, and accountability A proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS software applications Ability to wear personal protective equipment Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Education Preferred: Master's Degree Experience Required: 5 years Experience Preferred: 7 year Pay Range: $68,344 - $99,099 #CA-EH8 About JAX: The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health. Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org. EEO Statement: The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws. Bar Harbor: The Jackson Laboratory's 43-acre scenic Bar Harbor campus is nestled between the Gulf of Maine and the mountains of Acadia National Park. Some of the best hiking and biking in the world (over 50 square miles of mountains, lakes, views, and dramatic coastline) is accessible from our campus. We are one mile from downtown Bar Harbor, which offers a vibrant downtown district with a plethora of restaurants, shops, museums, and galleries. Ellsworth: The Charles E. Hewett Center in Ellsworth, Maine, is a state-of-the-art facility that serves researchers world wide. The facility represents the culmination of nine decades of unmatched experience and leadership in breeding and caring for laboratory mice. Ellsworth, Maine, is one of Maine’s fastest growing cities. With a growth rate of nearly 20%, Ellsworth is a bustling year-round community and acts as a hub for surrounding towns. It is located nearby Acadia National Park and hosts numerous special events, concerts and festivals each year. Residents have access to fabulous shopping, recreation, museums, galleries, and dining at a variety of independent restaurants. Farmington: JAX Genomic Medicine is transforming medicine by improving patient care, lowering costs, and increasing life span and health span. JAX Genomic Medicine’s research focuses on the complex genetic causes of disease and on the development of genomic solutions tailored to each person's unique genetic makeup. JAX Genomic Medicine sits on a 17-acre site on the campus of the University of Connecticut Health Center. The 183,500-square-foot facility opened in the fall of 2014. Now, it houses over 300 biomedical researchers, technicians, and support staff in state-of-the-art computing facilities and laboratories. In Connecticut, JAX resides in the scenic town of Farmington, in the state’s capitol region. The Hartford region, which offers some of the best public schools in the country, is made up of both bigger cities and smaller, charming historic New England towns. JAX Genomic Medicine is also geographically located within 2 hours of Boston and New York and is close to multiple transportation systems, including bus lines, highways, railroads and international airports. Sacramento: The JAX® Mice, Clinical and Research Services facility is located in Sacramento, the state capital of California. Sacramento is less than a two-hour drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley, and scenic Lake Tahoe, and a short flight to both Los Angeles and Orange County. Sacramento is the birthplace of the nation’s Farm to Fork movement, and offers excellent restaurants, gastro-pubs, wineries, theaters, and museums. Outdoor activities are plentiful: Boating, white water rafting, and riding the scenic bicycle trails are popular. Housing and other costs of living are more affordable in Sacramento and its surrounding suburbs than in most other neighboring areas in the North Bay, making Sacramento one of the hottest housing markets in the country year after year. Augusta: JAX’s Maine Cancer Genomics Initiative (MCGI) is located in Augusta, Maine, in the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care (HACCC), at Maine General Hospital. It began operations in 2016 with three overarching goals: to provide cancer genomic testing for Maine cancer patients; to develop and deliver physician education about clinical genomic cancer diagnostics; and to build a network in Maine of oncology practices conducting studies in genomic medicine.