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Job Title Assistant Director - Environmental Health, Safety, and Risk Management

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

FLSA Exempt

General Job Description

This is a supervisory position responsible for assisting in planning and directing departmental activities. Plans, implements, and evaluates environmental health and safety and risk management programs. Responsible for developing and implementing safety policies and procedures, conducting safety training and education to the campus community, and conducting inspections/investigations. Serves as the department head in the absence of the director. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Executive Director of Environmental Health, Safety, and Risk Management.

Essential Job Functions

1. Assists in planning, directing, and managing daily departmental operations. Serves as the department head in the absence of the director.

2. Serves as departmental liaison to The University of Texas System ( UTS ), public safety departments, and the campus community.

3. Participates in strategic planning and budgeting for departmental operations.

4. Manages fire and life safety program.

5. Supervises assigned staff, including student workers.

6. Plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates assigned programs related to risk management, OSHA , and environmental compliance.

7. Develops, implements, and reviews safety policies, procedures, rules, standards, and recurring prevention efforts, and recommends changes.

8. Manages and ensures university compliance with all institutional, local, state, and federal safety regulations.

9. Investigates accidents, incidents, and injuries related to insurance and workers’ compensation claims and chemical safety.

10. Conducts safety training, safety awareness, and publicity programs for the campus community.

11. Conducts and participates in safety committees, councils, and seminars.

12. Monitors, tests and records all forms of media (air, water, and soil).

13. Conducts and documents all surveys, audits, and inspections to ensure a safe environment and compliance with safety standards.

14. Analyzes data and prepares, maintains, and submits data reports and records required by departmental policies and regulating agencies.

15. Participates in emergency management activities.

16. Oversees projects related to insurance claims including but not limited to demolition, rebuild, and restoration.

17. Manages and assist in implementation of the university’s environmental management system ( EMS ) per federal guidelines. Submits federal, state, and local environmental permits.

18. Serves as the university radiation safety officer.

19. Ensures university facilities are properly surveyed for asbestos containing materials ( ACM ).

20. Oversees and routinely inspects for construction safety compliance of demolition, new construction, rehabilitation, renovation, and repair projects.

21. Reviews and comments on construction plans as necessary relative to fire and life safety, ACM abatement; general construction safety; mold remediation, and indoor air quality ( IAQ ) concerns.

22. Assists in directing action related to emergency procedures, response, and recovery activities including but not limited to moisture reduction, mold remediation, contractor relations, and space reconstruction.

23. Oversees the maintenance, implementation, and training of university Continuity of Operations Plan ( COOP ) and Business Continuity Plan ( BCP ).

24. Assists in directing of pandemic planning and response. Communicates with state and local health authorities.

Non-Essential Job Functions

1. May represent the department on various university committees as assigned.

2. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university and departmental policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes and standards related to the areas of responsibility.

3. Skill in conducting inspections and determining proper courses of action.

4. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.

5. Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective solutions.

6. Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.

7. Ability to learn office and university-specific software.

8. Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate safety and health programs.

9. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

10. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

11. Ability to research, interpret, summarize, and implement continuous changes in federal, state, and local regulations.

12. Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.

13. Ability to train and supervise others.

14. Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.

15. Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.

16. Ability to obtain a Texas driver’s license and SFA permit prior to employment.

17. Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.

Physical Demands

Physical ability to perform essential job functions, including ability to stand for more than an hour at a time, sit for more than an hour at a time, use hands to finger/handle/feel, reach with hands and arms, lift up to 50 lbs., push up to 50 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl, climb, balance, smell, taste, talk, hear, and drive regularly as well as close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Position requires exposure to extreme environmental conditions.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental management or a related field is required. Related experience may be substituted for required education on a basis set forth by the Department of Human Resources.

Required Experience and Training

Five years of related experience is required. Experience with environmental health and safety programs is required. Supervisory experience is required. Additional education may substitute for experience on a basis set forth by the Department of Human Resources.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with chemical safety and laboratory safety is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information Salary Grade - 6

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

Is Background Check Required? Yes

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S2025-107

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Positions Available 1

Posted Date 06/20/2025

Review Start Date 06/30/2025

Close Date

Work Schedule

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/13119

Contact Information

Contact Name Dr. Jeremy Higgins

Contact Phone (936)468-4532

Contact Email [email protected]

Contact Information

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Which of the following best represents your education background?

+ Completed High School Diploma or GED

+ Completed some college

+ Completed Associates Degree

+ Completed Bachelor's Degree

+ Completed Master's Degree

+ Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD

+ * If applicable, which field do you hold a degree in?

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating directly to the job to which you are applying?

+ Less than one

+ One to two

+ Three to four

+ Five to six

+ Seven to eight

+ Nine or more

+ * Describe your experience managing environmental health programs in a university or similar setting.

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Please describe your supervisory experience.

(Open Ended Question)

+ * What experience do you have overseeing lab safety programs, including chemical storage, fume hood usage, and compliance with OSHA Laboratory Standards in a university setting?

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Do you hold any professional certification(s) and/or have one or more areas of specialization? If yes, please provide this information.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

+ List of References

Optional Documents

+ Transcript(s)