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Environmental Health and Safety Director - Department of Public Safety

POSITION DETAILS

ABOUT JOHN JAY COLLEGE

John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. Led by President Karol V. Mason, John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, it is ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students that includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, or from other historically underrepresented groups in higher education.

A Carnegie designated Research Institution, the College participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of CUNY, and offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees both in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. The College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Public Safety, in addition to the general duties, the Environmental Health and Safety Director will also be required to:

+ Maintain compliance with all OSHA, EPA, NFPA, New York State and City regulatory guidelines.

+ Recommend engineering controls, administrative controls, or personal protective equipment.

+ Collect, analyze, and maintain data for effective safety programs.

+ Assist in campus environmental and sustainability management.

+ Essential duties require on campus presence.

This position is excluded from union representation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and eight years' related experience is required. An advanced degree in environmental science, risk management, industrial hygiene, chemistry, or related engineering, public or business management discipline is preferred. Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, New York State and City regulations, and a familiarity with current applicable standards and procedures is required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

+ Must be able to work rotating shifts and serve as essential personnel.

+ Provide relevant faculty, staff, and student training programs and communications.

+ Respond to environmental health and safety complaints and concerns.

+ Obtain regulatory certifications as required.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Manages and provides leadership in academic and administrative operations regarding environmental health and safety; supervises the application and enforcement of all federal, state, and local environmental health and safety regulations, and other University policies.

- Establishes environmental health and safety protocols to minimize risks

- Oversees inspections of all facilities, including research and teaching laboratories, to ensure safe operating conditions

- Manages biological, chemical, and radioactive waste disposal programs

- Provides for appropriate faculty, staff, and student training programs and communications

- Selects and implements techniques for identifying hazards, assessing risks, and conducting investigations

- Facilitates faculty and administration participation in projects with environmental health and safety implications

- Plans and formulates environmental health and safety policies and coordinates efforts with University-wide programs and policies

- Responds to environmental health and safety complaints

- Maintains records of, and reports, required information related to environmental health and safety matters

- Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Environmental Health and Safety Director

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$136,546 - $155,388

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

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CLOSING DATE

The posting closes on February 13, 2026.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

31654

Location

John Jay College