Assistant Director of Environmental Health & Safety

Job Title

Assistant Director of Environmental Health & Safety

Agency

Texas A&M University - Victoria

Department

Emergency Management

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Victoria, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Under general direction, the Assistant Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) leads, plans, and administers campus EHS programs to support a safe and healthy environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors at Texas A&M University-Victoria (A&M-Victoria). The position establishes, implements, and maintains programs in industrial hygiene, laboratory safety, occupational safety, environmental compliance, hazardous materials management, emergency spill response, and other environmental health and safety disciplines, as appropriate.

This position is responsible for ensuring that EHS programs are administered in accordance with applicable state, federal, and Texas A&M University System (A&M System) guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities

1. Program Leadership and Compliance

· Leads the planning, implementation, and evaluation of EHS programs that promote a safe and healthy environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

· Establishes and maintains programs in industrial hygiene, laboratory safety, occupational safety, emergency response, environmental compliance, and hazardous materials management, as appropriate.

· Ensures compliance and alignment with applicable local, state, federal, university, and A&M System policies, regulations, and industry best practices.

· Evaluates the impact of new or revised regulations on operations, services, and programs and communicates relevant changes to the university community, as appropriate.

2. Operational Oversight

· Oversees hazardous waste management, campus chemical inventory, hazardous materials shipping, Tier II reporting, and related chemical and environmental compliance activities.

· Directs chemical safety and laboratory safety programs, including chemical hygiene practices, hazard communication, safe chemical storage, handling and use, laboratory inspections, risk assessments, and follow-up actions.

· Provides industrial hygiene assessments, indoor air quality assessments, exposure evaluations, and related workplace health hazard assessment activities, as appropriate.

· Reviews and approves construction and renovation project plans and monitors recommended changes to support compliance with applicable environmental health and laboratory safety requirements and best practices.

· Supports incident and emergency spill response activities and implements improvements based on lessons learned, risk trends, and operational needs.

· Evaluates the effectiveness of departmental operations and recommends organizational or programmatic changes needed to maintain effective and compliant EHS programs.

3. Leadership, Representation, and Administration

· Supervises, trains, and develops staff and maintains a qualified workforce to support departmental operations.

· Represents EHS to university leadership, committees, regulatory agencies, external partners, and the public, and serves as the university’s primary liaison with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.

· Develops departmental budgets, monitors expenditures, and prepares or oversees routine and special reports on departmental operations, costs, and programs.

· Provides training, communication, and subject-matter guidance to faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders to support awareness and compliance.

Qualifications:

Required Education & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. · Sixteen years of experience in environmental health and safety, including two years of supervisory experience.

Required Competencies

· Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks, cybersecurity systems, the electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and water treatment systems.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Knowledge of TCEQ, TDSHS, and NFPA regulations.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety equipment appropriate to areas of responsibility.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Experience interacting with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.

Preferred Qualifications

· Five years of progressively responsible management experience in a higher education safety organization.

· Licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services as:

· Asbestos Management Planner

· Asbestos Inspector o Mold Assessment Consultant

· Sanitarian

· Master’s degree in industrial hygiene, environmental management, safety, or related field.

· Certifications by nationally recognized safety organizations (e.g., radiation safety, fire safety, industrial hygiene, occupational safety, hazardous materials).

Additional Information

· This position is designated as essential personnel and will require participation in emergency response and after-hours operations.

· The position may require occasional travel to coordinate with System Offices, agencies, and external partners.

Required Attachments: Resume, Cover Letter, References

Starting salary for this position is $7,651.00 monthly and is negotiable depending on education and experience.

A Closer Look at A&M-Victoria

Texas A&M University-Victoria is a dynamic destination institution serving Texas and the world and is dedicated to providing every student with educational and leadership opportunities to become a successful professional and an engaged global citizen. Innovative educational activities challenge students to make meaningful connections between their learning and their lives in a complex world. A&M-Victoria promotes economic development and advances the quality of life through teaching, research, and service excellence.

At Texas A&M University-Victoria, we are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence.

As a next-generation university, we redefine the boundaries of higher education, creating opportunities for students from all backgrounds to excel. Our unwavering focus on student success and research innovation sets us apart, positioning A&M-Victoria as a model for universities of the future.

Our History

Since our establishment in 1973, we have grown into a vibrant institution with a reputation for academic excellence and a dedication to student success. At Texas A&M University-Victoria, our history is a testament to our commitment to providing quality education and fostering academic achievement.

Texas A&M University-Victoria is the most recent addition to the Texas A&M University System – making it the 12th campus in the System. The University was founded in 1973 as part of the University of Houston System and was transferred to the Texas A&M System during the 89th Texas Legislative Session.

City Location

A regional hub 30 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico, Victoria is a town of 65,000 located about two hours from Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Corpus Christi. Located in the Coastal Bend region of Texas, A&M-Victoria serves the educational needs, promotes economic well-being, and advances the community and region's quality of life through teaching, research, and service excellence.

Mission Statement 

Texas A&M University-Victoria (A&M-Victoria), a dynamic destination institution serving Texas and the world, is dedicated to providing every student with educational and leadership opportunities to become a successful professional and an engaged global citizen. Innovative educational activities challenge students to make meaningful connections between their learning and their lives in a complex world. Texas A&M University-Victoria promotes economic development and advances quality of life through teaching, research, and service excellence.

Our Goals

Continually enhance the quality of our student experience. Promote and expand access to education. Increase community engagements and increase public events for diverse audiences on our campuses. Promote a culture of institutional identification among stakeholders

Academic Excellence

Several of A&M-Victoria’s academic degree programs have drawn top rankings from organizations including College Consensus, Intelligent.com and Research.com. Our Accreditations include: SACSCOC Accredited, AACSB Accredited, ABET Accredited, CACREP Accredited, NASP Accredited, and TASP Accredited

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest and most impactful higher education systems in the country, with an annual budget of $7.3 billion. Its statewide network includes 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, Texas A&M–Fort Worth and the Texas A&M–RELLIS. The System serves nearly 180,000 students and reaches millions more through service, research and outreach programs each year. With nearly $1.6 billion in annual research expenditures, the System fuels innovation, supports communities and drives Texas’ economy forward.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.