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Director of Environmental Health & Safety

Georgia Southern University
United States, Georgia, Statesboro
May 22, 2025


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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