Director of Environmental Health

Georgia Southern University is seeking a full-time Director of Environmental Health & Safety to lead and manage environmental health and safety functions. This role involves ensuring compliance with laws, developing safety programs, and overseeing departmental goals. The position is located on the Statesboro campus in Georgia and requires monitoring EHS programs, advising on safety matters, and managing the EHS budget.
Director of Environmental Health & Safety

Job ID: 285780

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant
campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the
communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2
institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000
students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level
degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town,
the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or
supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia
Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an
exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and
professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to
academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018
Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other
Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize
Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving
our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars,
leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the
world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values
please click here:
https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Statesboro Campus, Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Environmental Health & Safety

Job Summary

Lead, administer and manage University Environmental Health and
Safety functions to maintain healthy environment for all people and
areas related to Georgia Southern University. On behalf of the
University, comply with applicable federal, state and local laws
and regulations. Develop programs and obtain resources required to
execute all aspects of University's environmental responsibilities
including those covering occupational health, industrial hygiene,
chemical, laboratory biological, radiation safety and animal care
and usage. Develop and implement goals and objectives to maintain
and enhance the Institution's current and future safety and
environment.

Responsibilities
• Monitor EHS programs for compliance with applicable federal,
state and local laws and regulations
• Develop programs and obtain resources required to execute all
aspects of University's environmental responsibilities including
those covering occupational health, industrial hygiene, chemical,
laboratory biological, radiation safety and animal care and
usage
• Develop departmental short and long-term goals and objectives
and oversee workforce management with EHS organization
• Develop benchmarking criteria and collect performance data to
monitor success and risk conditions associated with environmental
health and safety programs
• Develop and implement programs dealing with investigation and
prevention of accidents ; workforce safety
• Contribute guidance and serve on various Institution committees
and councils related to governance and compliance regarding
environmental health and safety
• Formulate and administer EHS operating budget
• Advise Facilities organization on design, construction and
maintenance of structure and infrastructure systems as they relate
to environmental, health and safety compliance
• Work collaboratively with administrators, faculty, researchers,
staff, and students to ensure Institutional operations are
conducted safely and in compliance with all applicable EHS laws and
regulations
• Advise University community of responsibilities with respect to
health, safety and environmental issues and recommend appropriate
correction actions

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences or related
field

Required Experience
• Five (5) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
• Professional Certifications:
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety
Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM)
and/or Professional Engineer in Georgia
• (PE). 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
(HAZWOPER) training

Preferred Educational Qualifications
• Master's Degree in Environmental Sciences, Public Health,
Engineering or related field

Preferred Experience
• Ten (10) or more years of relevant experience
• Experience in higher education environment

Proposed Salary

$78,706 - $88,934

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly
basis.

Required Documents to Attach
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Schedule of Availability
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Navigate web access and email with or without reasonable
accommodation
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,
Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive
working relationships with the public, University officials,
governmental authorities and employees

KNOWLEDGE
• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet
Institutional goals and support University's mission for student
success
• Advanced knowledge in organization and management of
environmental health and safety programs, processes and practices,
including those related to bio-safety and bio-hazards, animal care
and use, radiological safety, hazardous materials handling,
occupations health and safety chemical/lab safety and risk
management
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant regulations governing
environmental, occupational safety and risk management

SKILLS
• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational
and human relations skills
• Demonstrate appropriate organizational skills as required for
specific position
• Skilled in application of management principles and practices,
environmental laws and regulations, research and negotiation

Apply Before Date

July 1, 2025

Application review may begin as early as May 23,
2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please
contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912)
478-6947 or by email at
hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877)
251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26
institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System
Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,
Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation
for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community
member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these
standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and
Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and
can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line
at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background
investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating
your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University,
as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole
discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history
reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a
satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a
pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and
state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this
institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents
(BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are
available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of
employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without
reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free
Community.

Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout
employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to
race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status,
political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of
reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act
to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources:
(912) 478-6947.

Other Information
• May be subject to work in outdoor elements on occasion.
• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or
without reasonable accommodation.
• Work generally performed in an office environment Workweek may
occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Working with high stress situations.

Background Check
• Standard + Education & DMV

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=285780&PostingSeq=1

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