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Director, Environmental Health & Safety

94606 Oakland, California Alameda Health System

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Director, Environmental Health & Safety
+ Oakland, CA
+ Highland General Hospital
+ Disaster Command Center
+ Full Time - Day
+ Management
+ 69.06- 115.04/Hour
+ Req #:
+ FTE:1
+ Posted:August 26, 2025
**Summary**
**Alameda Health System offers outstanding benefits that include:**
+ 100% employer health plan for employees and their eligible dependents
+ Unique benefit offerings that are partially or 100% employer paid
+ Rich and varied retirement plans and the ability to participate in multiple plans.
+ Generous paid time off plans
**Role Overview:**
Alameda Health System is hiring! The Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental health, occupational safety, and regulatory compliance programs across Alameda Health System. This role ensures system-wide adherence to federal, state, and local regulations-including Cal/OSHA-and accreditation standards such as those from The Joint Commission and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Working collaboratively with hospital administrators, clinical leaders, facilities management, and regulatory agencies, the Director leads initiatives to reduce workplace hazards, prevent unsafe practices, and foster a culture of safety, accountability, and sustainability. The position is responsible for developing data-driven safety strategies, overseeing regulatory programs, and ensuring that all facilities within the healthcare system are aligned with best practices in environmental and occupational safety.
This position is part of the Alameda Health System Support Services team and plays a critical role in advancing organizational goals related to staff safety, patient care quality, and environmental stewardship.
**DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** NOTE: Following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.
Develops, implements, and standardizes employee health and safety policies and procedures in alignment with federal, state, and local regulations, including Cal/OSHA, EPA, DOT, CMS, and Joint Commission requirements.
+ Provides strategic direction for environmental health and safety (EHS) programs across the healthcare system, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory compliance.
+ Leads injury and illness prevention initiatives, conducts trend analysis, and oversees the development of corrective actions to reduce risk and promote a safe work environment.
+ Oversees system-wide risk reduction and environmental compliance programs, including hazardous materials management, waste disposal, indoor air quality, infection control support, and emergency preparedness.
+ Partners with leaders across departments-such as Facilities, HR, Infection Prevention, and Clinical Operations-to integrate safety standards into daily operations and strategic initiatives.
+ Chairs the Environment of Care and Workplace Violence Committees; reports into other key governance bodies, including the Quality and Safety Committee.
+ Supervises EHS staff; manages staffing, budgeting, resource allocation, and operational planning for the department.
+ Conducts audits, inspections, and investigations of incidents, near misses, and exposures; leads root cause analyses and implements preventive measures.
+ Provides coaching, training, and technical expertise to staff and facility teams on current safety protocols, regulatory changes, and best practices.
+ Develops and delivers training programs on workplace safety, hazardous materials handling, and emergency response for clinical and non-clinical staff.
+ Publishes tools, guidance, and communications to support system-wide safety practices and compliance efforts.
+ Monitors EHS metrics and performance indicators; prepares reports and recommendations for executive leadership.
+ Supports sustainability and environmental stewardship initiatives in collaboration with facilities and supply chain teams.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** :
+ Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields: Environmental Health, Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Related scientific or technical field
+ Preferred Education: Master's degree in one of the following: Public Health (MPH) with a focus on Environmental or Occupational Health, Environmental Health or Safety Management, Industrial Hygiene, Healthcare Administration (with EHS focus), Environmental Engineering, Risk Management.
+ Required Experience: Minimum of 8 to 10 years of progressive leadership experience in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), with a strong background in healthcare or hospital system environments. Must include demonstrated experience in emergency and disaster planning, as well as coordination and compliance with Environment of Care standards. A deep understanding of healthcare-specific regulatory requirements, risk management, and safety practices is essential.
+ Required Certifications: FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and/or Certified Emergency Manager, One or more of the Preferred Certifications below is mandatory.
+ Preferred Certifications (must be from a professional accrediting Board): Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) by the Board of Global EHS Credentialing or similar credential preferred, Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Healthcare Environmental Manager (HEM), Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP).
Alameda Health System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military background.
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Director, Environmental Health & Safety

88221 Lovington, New Mexico Kodiak Gas Services

Posted 15 days ago

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**JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK**
Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.
This position will be responsible for managing the EH&S Specialists that are providing area field EH&S auditing, customer EH&S interface, support of EH&S training delivery, regulatory compliance, and incident investigation across operating areas.
Essential Duties
+ Observe and mentor company operations personnel in safe work planning and execution of work
+ Oversee field EH&S audits and BBS Observations for all company operating areas to ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement of overall EH&S performance
+ Assess company compliance with customer EH&S requirements and review remedial plans created to address deficiencies.
+ Attend customer EH&S functions and act as company EH&S representative on a multi-area basis
+ Oversee EH&S training for area operations and support personnel in accordance with 29 CFR 1910
+ Oversee investigation of incidents and gap closure of any corrective actions
+ Manage company safety and environmental policy/procedure development and revisions, as needed
+ Consolidate and report out EH&S audits, BBS Observations, and monthly incident data
+ Provide safety training to company employees including, but not limited to: Defensive Driving, First Aid/CPR and PEC SafeLand
Qualifications
+ Minimum of seven years of experience in a hands-on oilfield service operations, oil & gas industry, or operations support role required
+ Minimum of five years of experience with EH&S facilitation and leadership in association with the job
+ Demonstrated ability to manage personnel and lead a team.
+ Must demonstrate strong collaborative skills.
+ Must be able to influence internal and external stakeholders.
+ Demonstrated understanding of OSHA regulations and how they relate to company operations
+ Working knowledge of environmental regulations as they pertain to company operations
+ Ability to formulate safety benchmark calculations such as TRIR & DART
+ Ability to understand and implement workplace safety requirements as mandated by customers
+ Ability to commit to 60% travel time across all company operating areas
+ Ability to act as leader and/or mentor to EH&S and operations personnel
+ Excellent communication (both written and verbal) including the ability to discuss safety and environmental issues with people from diverse backgrounds and diverse settings
+ Excellent time management and organization skills
+ Ability to use programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point for presentations and the development of programs
+ Must be able to use your better judgement regarding your safety and that of your co-workers
Education
+ High school diploma required
+ Some post-secondary education preferred
Physical Demands
+ Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
+ Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions
+ Must be available and able to work at any time and be "on call"
+ Must be able to bend, climb, and walk on all types of surfaces
Preferred Certifications
+ PEC Core Compliance certification or equivalent for SafeLand / SafeGulf USA
+ OSHA 501 Certification for General Industry Safety Standards
+ Smith Driving or equivalent "Train the Trainer" Certification
+ CSHO Certification (Certified Safety & Health Officer)
#Management
_Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status._
**ReqID:** JR3111
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Region Director Health Safety

75062 Irving, Texas Heidelberg Materials US, Inc.

Posted 15 days ago

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**About Us**
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
**The Role**
Reporting to the Region President, the Region Director Health Safety will provide health and safety leadership for our Southwest Region, based in Irving, TX.
**What You'll Be Doing**
+ Lead and implement regional safety strategies across Aggregates, Stabilized Materials, and Concrete operations.
+ Drive a proactive safety culture through coaching, training, and engagement with all levels of the organization.
+ Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations and company policies.
+ Analyze safety performance data to identify trends and develop targeted improvement initiatives.
+ Collaborate with operational leaders to integrate safety into business planning and decision-making.
**What Are We Looking For**
+ Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Safety Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
+ 7-10 years of progressive safety leadership experience in aggregates, ready mix, asphalt, transportation, construction, or industrial environments.
+ Proven success managing structured safety programs across complex, multi-site operations.
+ Strong working knowledge of MSHA Part 46/48, DOT compliance, and relevant safety regulations.
+ Experience in incident investigation, safety audits, risk mitigation, training, and workers' compensation programs.
+ Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar credentials preferred.
+ Effective communicator with the ability to influence teams and foster an inclusive, safety-first culture.
**Work Environment**
This role involves regular travel across regional sites, both indoor and outdoor environments, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Flexibility and adaptability are key to success in this dynamic setting.
**Physical Demands of the Job**
+ Ability to walk, stand, and navigate uneven terrain in outdoor industrial environments.
+ Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.
+ Occasional lifting of materials or equipment up to 25 pounds.
+ Comfortable working in varying weather conditions and around heavy machinery.
+ Ability to drive for extended periods and travel frequently across multiple locations.
**What We Offer**
+ Competitive base salary ($167,970-$223,963) and participation in our annual incentive plan
+ 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
+ Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
+ Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
+ Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
+ AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
+ Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled
**Req ID** JR
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Director, Health, Safety & Environment

22095 Herndon, Virginia NANA Regional Corporation

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Akima is seeking a seasoned Director of HSE to lead and drive Akima's enterprise-wide health, safety, and environmental vision. This is a strategic role responsible for shaping a best-in-class safety culture across a diverse portfolio of businesses supporting high-visibility government and commercial programs.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in safety and quality practices across government, construction, and general industry, along with a passion for creating environments where people work safely, incident and injury free.
To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
**Responsibilities**
Akima's Environmental Health and Safety Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's safety programs.
The Director will ensure that these programs comply with environmental regulations and standards, protecting both the environment and the health of employees.
The duties and responsibilities for the Environmental Health and Safety Director include:
+ Developing and implementing the organization's environmental health and safety programs.
+ Monitoring the work environment to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and laws.
+ Conducting risk assessments and enforcing preventative measures.
+ Investigating accidents and incidents to discover root causes and assist in the handling of worker's compensation claims.
+ Educating and training employees on environmental health and safety protocols.
+ Setting organizational safety and environmental policies and standards that comply with OSHA, EPA, State and Local law.
+ Keeping abreast of industrial changes for anticipation of possible impact on environmental health and safety protocols.
+ Ensuring that all safety inspections are properly carried out, fire drills are held regularly, and first aid kits are adequately stocked.
+ Implementing and managing the company's ISO 14001 environmental and ISO 45001 occupational health and safety management systems.
+ Creating and managing the company's disaster preparedness plans.
+ Communicate with regulatory bodies to report any accidents, incidents, or disputes, while coordinating with internal stakeholders.
+ Collaborate with operations leadership, legal, and other stakeholders to integrate safety systems into every mission-critical process.
+ Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders including company executives, clients, regulatory agencies, and field HSE teams.
+ Oversee development and execution of HSE programs, metrics tracking, and compliance initiatives across all business units.
+ Continuously improve performance reporting, safety communications, and proactive risk mitigation processes.
**Qualifications**
+ 20+ years of progressive experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental leadership roles.
+ Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide HSE programs across diverse operating environments.
+ Experience in building and motivating a HSE team that will drive injury and incident reduction, cost savings, and culture transformation to promote safe and healthy work environments.
+ Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOE, and other relevant regulatory standards and reporting requirements.
+ Experience working in mission-critical environments such as defense, energy, or infrastructure is highly valued.
+ Ability to travel as required.
+ US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
+ Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field required; advanced degree or certifications (CSP, CIH, etc.) preferred.
**Desired Certifications (one or more)** :
+ **Certified Safety Professional (CSP)** - Board of Certified Safety Professionals.
+ **Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)** - American Board of Industrial Hygiene.
+ **Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)** - IHMM Institute of Hazardous Materials Management.
+ **Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM)** - Institute for Safety and Health Management.
**Job ID**

**Work Type**
Hybrid
**Company Description**
**Work Where it Matters**
Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
**For our shareholders** , Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
**For our government customers** , Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.
**As an Akima employee** , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at or (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
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Director Safety & Health

25325 Charleston, West Virginia American Electric Power

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**Job Posting End Date**

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
**Job Summary**
Responsible for the strategic direction and coordination of safety and health programs and functions throughout AEP. This includes development and implementation of policies, programs, and procedures in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations: accident prevention programs, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordkeeping, safety awards program, safety and health training programs, employee health programs, and public and contractor safety programs. Maintain close liaison with applicable regulatory agencies, Company Regulatory Affairs, Environmental, Corporate Communications, and Risk Management.
**Job Description**
**What You'll Do:**
+ Direct the AEP Safety and Health Recognition Program, the maintenance of injury frequency and severity rates, as well as vehicle accident summaries for all Business Units.
+ Oversee industrial hygiene effectiveness reviews throughout the Company, review the results of such reviews, and implementation of recommended corrective measures.
+ Review standards promulgated by OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, and NIOSH in order to evaluate the effects of proposed federal and state standards on Company operations and coordinate with appropriate personnel and AEP affiliations such as Edison Electric Institute.
+ Direct analysis, surveys, and inspections for the purpose of improving hazard control and determining the degree of compliance with federal, state, and local occupational safety and health regulations.
+ Direct the maintenance of the AEP Safety and Health Manual, including revisions, to include new processes, methods, and operations.
+ Direct the preparation of reports reflecting Company accident and injury experiences and keep abreast of all reporting standards.
+ Oversee the preparation and implementation of safety and industrial hygiene training programs and development of priority plans for federal and state health regulatory compliance.
+ Direct hazard analyses, occupational health studies, and specialized safety and toxic material surveys throughout the Company.
+ Direct the work and level of interaction relating to health-related issues with the consulting physician along with advising on corporate policies and procedures.
+ Lead the conduct of periodic safety and health audits throughout the Company, prepare reports of such audits, and discuss the results with management.
+ May act as a client manager to a group, as assigned.
**What We're Looking For:**
Education:
+ Bachelor's degree in safety, business administration, industrial hygiene, or engineering or equivalent work experience.
Work Experience:
+ Minimum of twelve years of safety experience in industry, preferably on a project level and with significant experience in organizing, initiating, conducting safety training, and maintaining safety and health programs.
+ Required License(s)/Certification(s): Maintain valid driver's license.
**Other Must Haves:**
+ Certification as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and/or Industrial Hygiene (Certified Industrial Hygienist) desirable.
+ Thorough working knowledge of the federal safety and health laws (OSHA and MSHA) and related standards in construction, maritime, and general industry.
+ Strong working knowledge of industrial hygiene, AMSI, ASTM and NFPA standards and NEC code as applicable to the electric utility industry. Ability to develop and administer priority plans for safety and health regulation compliance.
+ Accountable, along with others, for developing methodology's that will reduce/eliminate events that cause injuries and illnesses to AEP employees, the public, or damage to equipment.
+ Company results will be favorably affected by proper adherence to and interpretation of the legal requirements regarding the federal and state occupational safety and health laws that will avoid or minimize legal action and fines; effective management support of improved safety and health performance and behaviors as an organizational core value will result in our achieving Zero Harm.
+ Position requires persistent, dedicated effort to keep abreast of constantly changing regulations. The incumbent must be the Company expert on laws and regulations relevant to safety and health which pertain to the electric utility industry. Must assume a leadership role for the Safety & Health effort throughout the Company and work with all Business Units in terms of implementation of a continually expanding Safety and Health Program.
+ Ability to formulate and coordinate safety and health programs and proposals at all levels of management within the system and employing skill in preparation, presentation and method of approach where a high degree of tact and persuasion is necessary.
+ Overnight travel is required.
**Where You'll Work:**
+ On-Site in APCO Headquarters in Charleston, WV
**Compensation Package:**
+ Base salary
+ Executive incentive compensation consisting of annual cash bonus and stock units
+ Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401K matching, AEP pension,
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!
At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
#LI-ONSITE
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**Compensation Data**
**Compensation Grade:**
SP20-011
**Compensation Range:**
$155, ,490.50 USD
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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Risk Management

Atlanta, Georgia NANA Healthcare Management, LLC

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NANA Healthcare Management  manages multiple behavioral health and detoxification treatment centers within the behavioral health industry. With a focus on evidence-based, client-centered treatment programs that offer clients with all levels of need therapeutic interventions in a warm, welcoming environment, NANA Healthcare Management aims to provide clients with care that meets them where they are at and helps them "Be the great person they were always meant to be."

NANA Healthcare Management is seeking a Risk Management staff member to identify, asses, and monitor risk-related issues across clinical, operational, and compliance areas.

Schedule:  8:30am-5:00pm
Pay:  $60,000 - $65,000 annually
Type: Full-time

The Risk Management staff member is responsible for identifying, assessing, and monitoring risk-related issues across clinical, operational, and compliance areas. The role supports the Compliance Department’s mission by closing the loop between incident reporting, corrective actions, and training follow-up. The position supports the implementation of risk mitigation strategies, leads investigations, and ensures regulatory adherence in collaboration with
leadership.

Knowledge and Training:

  • Understanding of risk identification, Root Cause Analysis, and incident response.
  • Familiarity with HIPAA, Joint Commission, DBHDD, and DCH regulations.
  • Strong critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Experience managing incident reporting systems
  • Understanding of malpractice prevention, patient safety standards, and infection control.
  • Proficiency in trend analysis, risk scoring, and regulatory audit response.
  • Skilled in developing risk mitigation plans and reporting risk metrics to leadership.
  • Experience training staff on risk awareness, documentation, and safety procedures.
  • Knowledge of policy development, OSHA standards, and safety audits.
  • Ability to Conduct risk assessments
  • Ability to review when incident patterns involve staff conduct or competence, Risk
  • Helps HR develop compliance-informed PIPs.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Manage risk reporting systems and track incident trends.
  • Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for critical incidents and coordinate follow-up.
  • Develop and maintain the organization's Risk Management Plan.
  • Work with clinical and administrative leaders to address high-risk areas.
  • Collaborate with Compliance and Quality teams to align priorities.
  • Lead monthly Risk Review Committee meetings.
  • Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies and accreditation standards.
  • Oversee policy development related to safety, reporting, and patient rights.
  • Monitor internal audits for recurring risk-related findings.
  • Prepare risk management reports and metrics for executive leadership.
  • Conduct risk assessments
  • Collaborate with HR, Billing, and Clinical/Nursing Directors
  • Reviews incidents involving staff conduct, boundary violations
  • When incident patterns involve staff conduct or competence, Risk helps HR develop compliance-informed PIPs.
  • Documents the event as a Critical Incident and ensures completion of 24-hour and 72-hour follow-up documentation as required by DBHDD.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Social Work or related
    field.
  • 3+ years experience in healthcare risk management or compliance.
  • Preferred: CPHRM, RN, CCM or related risk/compliance certification.
Benefits: 
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Team-oriented work environment

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Director, Environmental Health and Safety

20782 Hyattsville, Maryland Kaiser Permanente

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Job Summary:
Contributes to policies and procedures to ensure teams development, implementation, and overseeing of strategies and programs to enable compliance with applicable federal, state, and local Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) regulatory requirements, and organizational EH&S and Workplace Safety (WPS) policies and standards. Shapes and executes strategy for Environmental Health and Safety programs to ensure success. Ensures employee safety and protection by influencing strategic goals for Environmental Health and Safety programs and training efforts. Ensures high-quality service by establishing guidelines and procedures for resolving issues and acting as a guiding resource on impactful EH&S and WPS matters. Conducts strategic planning for identification, analysis, documentation, and communication of workplace environmental health and safety risk trends. Conducts strategic planning for preparing high-quality analysis and reports regarding the state of environmental health and safety. Advances risk control by driving improvements in workplace safety and compliance and evaluation of the effectiveness of measures to improve workplace safety outcomes.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Prepares individuals for growth opportunities and advancement; builds internal collaborative networks for self and others. Solicits and acts on performance feedback; drives collaboration to set goals and provide open feedback and coaching to foster performance improvement. Demonstrates continuous learning; oversees the recruitment, selection, and development of talent; ensures performance management guidelines and expectations to achieve business needs. Stays up to date with organizational best practices, processes, benchmarks, and industry trends; shares best practices within and across teams. Motivates and empowers teams; maintains a highly skilled and engaged workforce by aligning resource plans with business objectives. Provides guidance when difficult decisions need to be made; creates opportunities for expanded scope of decision making and impact.
+ Oversees the operation of multiple units within a department by identifying member and operational needs; ensures the management of work assignment completion; translates business strategy into actionable business requirements; ensures products and/or services meet member requirements and expectations while aligning with organizational strategies. Gains cross-functional support for business plans and priorities; assumes responsibility for decision making; sets standards, measures progress, and fosters resolution of escalated issues. Communicates goals and objectives; analyzes resources, costs, and forecasts and incorporates them into business plans; prioritizes and distributes resources. Removes obstacles that impact performance; guides performance and develops contingency plans accordingly; ensures teams accomplish business objectives.
+ Stays up to date with organizational best practices, processes, benchmarks, and industry trends; shares best practices within and across teams.
+ Gains cross-functional support for business plans and priorities; assumes responsibility for decision making; sets standards, measures progress, and fosters resolution of escalated issues.
+ Drives compliance by: actively contributing to the development of policies and procedures to ensure developing, implementing, and overseeing strategies and programs to enable compliance with applicable federal, state, and local Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) regulatory requirements, and organizational EH&S and Workplace Safety (WPS) policies and standards; leading interactions and collaborating on high-impact projects with all EH&S regulatory, accreditation, and grant agency inspections and surveys (e.g., The Joint Commission (TJC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Division of Occupational Health and Safety (DOHS), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), State Fire Marshall, state and public health county inspections); driving a culture of compliance, holding teams accountable for compliance with, and contributing to Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures and Principles of Responsibilities as they relate to Environmental Health and Safety; developing best practices for the completion and submission of regulatory reports within appropriate time frames; championing forward-thinking solutions to drive strategic plans for process improvements in compliance; and communicating to senior leadership and influencing adoption of regulatory compliance matters and their impact on Environmental Health and Safety.
+ Provides guidance when difficult decisions need to be made; creates opportunities for expanded scope of decision making and impact.
+ Supports training and continuous learning about Environmental Health and Safety by: driving a culture of continuous learning and holding teams accountable for integration of learning into work strategies; influencing strategic goals for safety education and training programs for management and staff (e.g., proper use of tools and equipment, risk factors contributing to ergonomic hazards) based on organizational needs; and driving alignment and holding teams accountable for competency assessments to measure and ensure training effectiveness.
+ Oversees the operation of multiple units within a department by identifying member and operational needs; ensures the management of work assignment completion; translates business strategy into actionable business requirements; ensures products and/or services meet member requirements and expectations while aligning with organizational strategies.
+ Solicits and acts on performance feedback; drives collaboration to set goals and provide open feedback and coaching to foster performance improvement.
+ Directs safety practices by: holding teams accountable for educating employees, leaders, and other key stakeholders on employee safety; ensuring employee safety and protection by promoting a culture of safety through appropriate reporting, investigation, and analysis of employee safety incidents; shaping standards for safety-related activities for all employees; championing the creation, review, refinement of the employee safety program in alignment with organizational goals; and driving evaluation and design of systems to improve employee safety in alignment with industry standards.
+ Directs Health and Safety programs by: executing on strategic, long-term goals for comprehensive environmental health and safety programs across the market; executing plans for conducting comprehensive assessments and analyses to evaluate health and safety program(s) in alignment with long-term goals, and holding teams accountable for its implementation; and shaping Health and Safety programs based on analyses, observations, industry best practices, and strategic organizational goals.
+ Removes obstacles that impact performance; guides performance and develops contingency plans accordingly; ensures teams accomplish business objectives.
+ Communicates goals and objectives; analyzes resources, costs, and forecasts and incorporates them into business plans; prioritizes and distributes resources.
+ Prepares individuals for growth opportunities and advancement; builds internalcollaborative networks for self and others.
+ Recognizes and assesses hazards and risks by: developing strategic planning to establish priorities for assessments and key trends and develop guidelines for risk identification (e.g., assessments and data analysis); conducting strategic planning for preparing high-quality analysis and reports regarding the state of environmental health and safety; and holding teams accountable for documentation and communication to enable tracking/trending of safety information.
+ Advances risk control by: driving innovative changes that promote workplace safety and compliance (e.g., accident prevention, hazardous materials management, fire/life safety); and driving evaluation of large-scale change initiatives.
+ Demonstrates continuous learning; oversees the recruitment, selection, and development of talent; ensures performance management guidelines and expectations to achieve business needs.
+ Champions high-quality service by: leveraging advanced strategies to develop guidelines for the responses to and resolution of complaints and issues in alignment with organizational goals and minimization of liability and risk; and initiating collaboration with local administration, managers, physicians, and staff on EH&S and WPS matters (e.g., environmental management, industrial hygiene, safety).
+ Motivates and empowers teams; maintains a highly skilled and engaged workforce by aligning resource plans with business objectives.
Minimum Qualifications:
+ Minimum seven (7) years of experience in a leadership role with direct reports.
+ Bachelors degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Natural Science, Engineering, Emergency Management, or related field AND Minimum eight (8) years of experience in environmental health and safety, risk management, or directly related field OR Minimum eleven (11) years of experience in environmental health and safety, risk management, or a directly related field.
+ Safety Professional Certificate within 24 months of hire OR Health Safety Professional Certificate within 24 months of hire OR Industrial Hygienist Certificate within 24 months of hire
Additional Requirements:
+ Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery; Risk Management; Compliance Management; Safety and Environmental Health Management; Employee Training; Employee/Labor Relations; Work Process Design; Computer Literacy; Adaptability; Risk Identification; Member Service; Safety Trend Analysis; Compliance; Ergonomics; Emergency Preparedness; Safety and Environmental Health Knowledge; Employee and Physician Safety
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Director, Environmental Health and Safety
LOCATION: Hyattsville, Maryland
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External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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Director of Environmental Health & Safety

55402 Minneapolis, Minnesota $110000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client, a leading national provider of commercial cleaning services, is seeking a strategic and highly competent Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to lead their safety initiatives for their operations in Minneapolis, Minnesota, US and surrounding regions. This hybrid role requires a dynamic leader who can develop and implement robust EHS programs that ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and foster a strong safety culture across all facilities and client sites. You will be responsible for setting the strategic direction for EHS, establishing policies and procedures, and overseeing their effective implementation. This includes conducting regular audits, investigating incidents, developing corrective action plans, and providing comprehensive training to employees at all levels. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations, particularly those relevant to the cleaning and sanitation industry. You should have a proven ability to manage EHS programs, develop innovative safety solutions, and collaborate effectively with operational teams and regulatory bodies. A Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field is required; relevant certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH) are highly desirable. A minimum of 8 years of progressive EHS experience, with at least 4 years in a leadership or management role, is essential. Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills are paramount. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape and enhance the safety environment of a growing organization, ensuring the well-being of employees and the communities they serve. Join our client and make a tangible impact on safety excellence.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits of facilities and operations.
  • Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees at all levels.
  • Create and update safety policies, procedures, and emergency response plans.
  • Monitor safety performance metrics and report on EHS status to senior management.
  • Promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization.
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies and external safety consultants.
  • Manage EHS budgets and resources effectively.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in EHS management.
  • 4+ years in a leadership role, preferably in the service or industrial sector.
  • In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant EHS regulations.
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation is a strong plus.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement effective EHS strategies.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis.
  • Proficiency in EHS management software and reporting tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
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Director of Environmental Health & Safety

02110 Boston, Massachusetts $130000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 2 days ago

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Our client, a leading entity in facility management services, is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) to oversee operations in Boston, Massachusetts, US . This senior leadership position is responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust EHS program that ensures a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace for all employees and visitors. You will be tasked with developing, implementing, and enforcing comprehensive safety policies, procedures, and training programs that comply with all federal, state, and local regulations. This includes conducting regular risk assessments, safety audits, and inspections to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions. Leading accident/incident investigations, determining root causes, and developing preventative strategies are crucial aspects of this role. You will also manage the organization's environmental compliance, including waste management, emissions control, and sustainability initiatives. Collaboration with departmental managers, site supervisors, and employees to foster a strong safety culture will be paramount. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks associated with various operational activities, including cleaning and sanitation services. Experience in industrial hygiene and emergency preparedness is essential.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Develop, implement, and manage the organization's EHS policies and procedures.
  • Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
  • Lead accident/incident investigation and reporting processes.
  • Develop and deliver EHS training programs for all employees.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
  • Manage hazardous materials and waste disposal programs.
  • Promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field. A Master's degree and professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) are strongly preferred. A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in EHS management, with demonstrated success in developing and implementing effective safety programs, is required. Proven experience in the cleaning and sanitation industry or facility management is a significant advantage. Deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory bodies is essential. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are critical for this role.
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Director of Environmental Health & Safety

60601 Chicago, Illinois $120000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 4 days ago

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Our client is a leading organization committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety, and we are seeking a visionary Director of Environmental Health & Safety to lead our initiatives in Chicago, Illinois, US . This senior leadership role will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive EHS programs across all company facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of regulatory compliance, risk management, and best practices in workplace safety and sanitation. You will champion a culture of safety, driving continuous improvement and ensuring a secure and healthy environment for all employees and visitors. This is a hybrid role, requiring a blend of on-site engagement and remote strategic planning. Responsibilities include: developing and executing strategic EHS plans that align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements; ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA); conducting regular site assessments, audits, and inspections to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions; developing and delivering comprehensive safety training programs for all levels of staff; managing incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementing preventative measures; overseeing waste management, chemical handling, and emergency preparedness protocols; leading the development and implementation of cleaning and sanitation standards to ensure optimal hygiene; managing the EHS budget and resources effectively; fostering strong relationships with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders; promoting a proactive safety culture through employee engagement and communication initiatives. The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field; a Master's degree and relevant certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH) are highly desirable. A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in EHS management, with a strong focus on industrial or commercial settings, is required. Proven experience in developing and managing sanitation protocols within a large organization is essential. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are critical for this role.
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