Medical University of South Carolina

Health sciences university in Charleston, SC

Program Manager 2 - Waste & Environmental Programs

Environmental Health & SafetyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCharleston, SC, USA$81.2k - $146.2k

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree and four years of relevant program experience are required.
Preferred experience includes extensive contract, vendor, and project management experience.
Preferred certifications include DOT Materials Certification, Hazwoper Certification, and RCRA Hazardous Pharmaceuticals Certification.
The role requires the ability to perform job functions in upright, seated, and walking/mobile positions frequently, and to work indoors continuously and outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes infrequently.
The role requires the ability to work in confined or cramped spaces, kneel, squat, and perform pinching operations infrequently.
The role requires frequent use of both hands and arms, repetitive hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder motions, reaching in all directions, seeing nearby and distant objects, color discrimination, depth perception, and gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
The role requires continuous finger dexterity, tactile sensory function, corrected 20/40 vision in at least one eye, peripheral vision, and corrected hearing acuity, including the ability to hear whispered conversations at three feet frequently.
The role requires infrequent lifting and carrying, lifting from floor level to 36 inches, and pushing or pulling objects up to 15 pounds unassisted; it also requires infrequent work in dusty areas.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning and execution of departmental initiatives and specialized waste, environmental, safety, and emergency-response programs.
Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including South Carolina DHEC infectious-waste regulations and EPA hazardous-waste regulations under RCRA.
Prepare, submit, and maintain required regulatory reports, including infectious-waste annual reports, biennial hazardous-waste reports, air and water quality permits, and stormwater compliance reports.
Manage site inspections and audits and respond to notices of violation or corrective-action requests from South Carolina DHEC or the EPA.
Oversee segregation, packaging, labeling, storage, and transport of regulated medical waste.
Lead audits of waste vendors’ manifest tracking and compliance with DHEC transportation rules.
Train staff on infectious-waste handling protocols and maintain training records.
Direct development and execution of contract-management strategies and vendor-development initiatives for the URM Workplace Health and Safety group, including partnerships with University, MUHA, MUSC-P, and MUSC Enterprise for waste and environmental program management and development.
Negotiate vendor terms and conditions to support favorable agreements and regulatory compliance.
Oversee vendor performance evaluations to ensure deliverables meet expectations and quality standards.
Develop, implement, and maintain contract-management policies and procedures across departments.
Identify and assess potential vendors and establish a vendor-management framework.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align vendor capabilities with organizational goals.
Provide internal teams with training and support in contract-management best practices and vendor relations.
Identify contract risks and propose mitigation strategies.
Develop and implement strategic plans to improve the efficiency and sustainability of waste, environmental, emergency-response, and safety-team programs.
Assess current programs to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align safety programs with organizational goals.
Use data analysis to inform decisions and resource allocation for safety initiatives.
Establish and maintain stakeholder partnerships that support program collaboration and goals.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in health care delivery.
Monitor program performance using evaluation metrics and reporting systems.
Manage fiduciary responsibilities for waste, environmental, and emergency-response programs.
Develop and manage the WEP program budget in alignment with organizational goals and identify cost-saving initiatives through continuous process improvement.
Monitor and analyze budget performance, identify trends and variances, and support financial decision-making.
Prepare financial reports and presentations for departmental and executive leadership.
Work with department leadership to forecast budget needs and allocate resources.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations, and provide related training and support.
Create a coaching and rounding schedule for Environmental Health Manager III and Environmental Health Manager II positions to support their professional development.
Design, deliver, and evaluate training and enrichment opportunities to develop emergency-response skills, leadership, and staff development across the department.
Promote staff engagement and collaboration through programs and initiatives.
Advise and coach the WEP team to strengthen its effectiveness and engagement.
Manage recruitment, including job postings, résumé screening, interviewing, and onboarding of new WEP employees.
Support employee engagement through initiatives, training, and professional development opportunities.
Participate in departmental leadership training and development initiatives.
Attend scheduled meetings, trainings, and coaching sessions on time and prepared for requested reviews.

Desired Qualifications

DOT Materials Certification.
Hazwoper Certification.
RCRA Hazardous Pharmaceuticals Certification.
Extensive contract, vendor, and project management experience.

Job Description Summary

The Program Manager II - Waste & Environmental Programs (WEP) position is a pivotal role within our organization, responsible for leading the URM - Workplace Health and Safety WEP team in the strategic planning and execution of departmental initiatives and leading all specialized Waste (Infectious, Hazardous, Pathological, Chemo, Sharps, etc.) Environmental (Asbestos, UST/AST, Air Permitting), Safety and Emergency Response programmatic endeavors. This role demands a highly skilled individual with a robust understanding of operational and contract management, who can effectively lead teams and foster a productive work environment. The Program Manager II - WEP will be instrumental in ensuring the alignment of departmental objectives with the organization's mission and vision. This position requires exceptional problem-solving abilities, a strong capacity for decision-making, and a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will be adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Key areas of focus will be contract management, budget adherence and tracking, vendor relations, staff development, and project management. Collaboration across various departments will be paramount, including management of both Charleston campus and offsite locations on and off of the peninsula, and the Program Manager II will be expected to serve as a liaison to facilitate effective communication and promote best practices. Furthermore, this role will necessitate a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring that the department remains competitive and responsive to the evolving needs of our stakeholders. As an integral member of the leadership team, the Program Manager II will play a critical role in driving the future success of the organization and will be expected to embody the values and principles that define our workplace culture. Preferred experience and certifications as follows: DOT Materials Certification, Hazwoper Certification, RCRA Hazardous Pharmaceuticals Certification, extensive contract, vendor and project management experience.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Classified

Cost Center

CC002112 UNIV - COO - WPHS - Occupational Safety

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-GEN12

Pay Range

81,192.00 - 113,730.00 - 146,166.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Work Shift

Job Description

20% - Regulatory and Compliance Reporting

Interpret and apply all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including SC DHEC’s Infectious Waste Management Act and EPA hazardous waste regulations under RCRA.
Prepare, submit, and maintainmandatory regulatory reports, such as: SC DHEC Infectious Waste Annual Reports, EPA Biennial Hazardous Waste Reports, Air/Water Quality Permits and Stormwater Compliance Reports.
Manage site inspections, audits, and respond to notices of violation (NOVs) or corrective action requests from SC DHEC or the EPA.
Oversee the proper segregation, packaging, labeling, storage, and transport of regulated medical waste (RMW).
Lead audits to ensure that waste vendors are compliant with manifest tracking and DHEC transportation rules.
Train staff on infectious waste handling protocols and maintain documentation of training records

20% - Contract Management and Vendor Development Programs

Directs the development and execution of contract management strategies and vendor development initiatives within the URM Workplace Health and Safety group, with focus on the Charleston Market as well as partnerships with University, MUHA, MUSC-P and MUSC Enterprise development for Waste and Environmental Program management and development.
Negotiate terms and conditions with vendors to ensure favorable agreements and compliance with regulatory standards.
Oversee the performance evaluation of vendors, ensuring that deliverables meet established expectations and standards of quality.
Develop, implement, and maintain contract management policies and procedures to streamline operations across departments.
Identify and assess potential vendors, establishing a comprehensive vendor management framework to support organizational needs.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align vendor capabilities with organizational goals.
Provide training and support to internal teams on contract management best practices and vendor relations.
Identify risks associated with contracts and propose mitigation strategies.

20% - Program Strategy and Sustainment

Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance program efficiency and sustainability in the areas of Waste and Environmental Programs, Emergency Response Programs, Safety Team Initiatives.
Conduct comprehensive assessments of current programs to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment of safety programs with organizational goals.
Utilize data analysis to inform decision-making and resource allocation for safety initiatives.
Establish and maintain partnerships with stakeholders to promote collaboration and support for program goals.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in health care delivery.
Monitor program performance through regular evaluation metrics and reporting systems.

20% - Program Financial Operations and Budget Management

Manage all fiduciary responsibilities as it pertains to the Waste (Infectious, Hazardous, Sharps, Chemo, Pathological, and Special Project), Environmental Program (Asbestos, UST/AST, Air Permitting) and Emergency Response Program (Confined Space, On-Call and Trouble Call, Hazardous Materials Training).
Develop, implement, and manage the WEP Program budget in alignment with organizational goals utilizing continuous process improvement skills to identify cost-saving initiatives.
Monitor and analyze budget performance, identifying trends and variances to drive improved financial decision-making.
Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for departmental and executive leadership review.
Collaborate with department leadership to forecast and assess future budgetary needs and resource allocation.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations, providing training and support as needed.

20% - Human Capital - Leadership and Staff Development

Create a sustainable coaching and rounding schedule for the Environmental Health Manager III and Environmental Health Manager II positions within the URM Workplace Health and Safety WEP team to encourage professional development and growth within their respective roles.
Design, deliver, and evaluate training and enrichment opportunities that enhance Emergency Response skills, leadership, and development skills across the department leading to staff retention and growth.
Foster a culture of engagement and collaboration among staff at all levels through innovative programs and initiatives.
Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to the URM Workplace Health and Safety - WEP team to enhance their effectiveness and engagement.
Manage the recruitment process, including job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and onboarding of new employees within the URM Workplace Health and Safety - WEP team.
Enhance employee engagement through various initiatives, training programs, and professional development opportunities.
Participate in all Leadership Training and Development Departmental Initiatives
Attend all scheduled meetings, trainings and coaching's on-time and prepared to review as requested.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and four years relevant program experience. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Frequent) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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About the Company

Medical University of South Carolina

Health sciences university in Charleston, SC

Medical University of South Carolina is a public academic health sciences university in Charleston, South Carolina. It offers bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degrees through six colleges in dental medicine, graduate studies, health professions, medicine, nursing, and pharmacy.

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