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Manager: Environmental Health & Safety
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Manager: Environmental Health & Safety
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JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for responding to and resolving environmental issues for all schools, Central Office and satellite locations. Oversee the development and implementation of district workplace safety policies, environmental standards, waste management procedures/ contracts through environmental health planning, conducting inspections, managing solid and hazardous materials and compliance, and leading EHS training. The role also investigates incidents, maintains safety records, supervises staff, and collaborates across departments to address environmental concerns. Supervises and directs the work of Environmental Senior Specialists and Union Technicians. Works cooperatively with the other divisions and departments to ensure environmental concerns are satisfactorily addressed. Additionally, the manager promotes awareness, works in challenging conditions, and supports a healthy and safe learning and work environment.
Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:
- Emergencies
- Extended hours
- Inclement weather conditions
- Outside of normal business hours
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts and manages regular safety inspections and hazard assessments of facilities and work locations to identify and mitigate risks.
- Develops and implements comprehensive workplace safety training programs tailored for professional and union staff, ensuring all individuals understand safe practices, hazard recognition, and their responsibilities in maintaining a safe educational and work environment.
- Oversees the management of hazardous materials and waste, ensuring safe storage, handling, and proper disposal in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Provides EHS training and education to staff on topics such as chemical safety, indoor air quality, ergonomics, and safe work practices.
- Investigates accidents, incidents, and near misses, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Serves as the institution’s liaison with regulatory agencies and emergency responders regarding environmental health and workplace safety matters.
- Monitors and promotes building cleanliness, waste management/ recycling, water quality, pest management, and overall indoor environmental quality across campus facilities.
- Maintains and updates workplace safety records, permits, and compliance documents required by regulatory authorities.
- Advises district leadership on emerging environmental and safety issues, legislative changes, and best practices for protecting the health and wellbeing of the school community.
- Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering/Science industrial hygiene or related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required;
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Experience
- Five (5) years professional experience administering environmental health and/or environmental regulations required; and
- Three (3) years experience in a supervisory or management role required;
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
- Knowledge of related federal and state laws and environmental regulations.
- Ability to recognize, evaluate and control hazards in the workplace and community.
- Knowledge of the principals of biological and chemical hazards, anatomy, toxicology, gases, vapors, solvents, participates in ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, ergonomics, noise pollution, indoor air quality, air sampling, respiratory protection, exhaust fans, ventilation, cooling and heating systems, and air filtration systems.
- Ability to develop proactive programs with the judgment and skill to implement in a timely fashion is critical.
- Proven ability to direct, manage, motivate, lead and negotiate with diverse population and multi-functional teams is needed.
- Ability to respond to emergencies when necessary and other major environmental incidents and must evoke confidence and ability to respond to rapidly changing situations.
- Demonstrated capability in managing multiple projects/tasks, effectively prioritizing tasks, communicating project/task status and ensuring timely closure of assignments.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
- Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
- Upon hire, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) issued by Board for Global EHS Credentialing (BGC) required; or
- Upon hire, Certified Safety Professional (CSP) issued by Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) required; and
- Upon hire, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) issued by Institute of Hazardous Material Management preferred; and
- Upon hire, Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
- Proof of a good driving record required.
- Daily access to reliable transportation.
Driving Requirements
- Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
- Board Vehicle
LEADERSHIP ROLE
People Management
- This position acts as the manager for 6 to 20 direct staff.
- This position manages 1 to 2 departments.
Management Duties/Responsibilities
- Interviews, selects, and trains employees.
- Sets/adjusts pay rate and work hours.
- Directs the work of employees.
- Maintains records for use in supervision.
- Assess employees’ performance (productivity/efficiency) to make promotional recommendation/other status changes.
- Handles employee complaints/grievances.
- Disciplines employees.
- Plans the work.
- Determines the techniques to use.
- Apportions the work among the employees.
- Determines the type of materials, supplies, machinery, equipment or tools to be used of materials or merchandise to be brought, stocked and sold.
- Controls the flow and distribution of materials or merchandise and supplies.
- Provides for the safety and security of the employees or the property.
- Plans and controls the budget.
- Monitors and implements legal compliance measures.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
- Standing: under 1/3 of the time
- Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
- Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
- Using hands to handle or feel: under 1/3 of the time
- Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 of the time
- Wrist deviation: under 1/3 of the time
- Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
- Pushing: under 1/3 of the time
- Pulling: under 1/3 of the time
- Reaching (with hands and/or arms): between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
- Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 of the time
- Balancing: under 1/3 of the time
- Stooping: under 1/3 of the time
- Kneeling: under 1/3 of the time
- Crouching: under 1/3 of the time
- Crawling: under 1/3 of the time
- Bending: under 1/3 of the time
- Twisting: under 1/3 of the time
- Squatting: under 1/3 of the time
- Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
- Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
- Smelling: under 1/3 of the time
- Repetitive Motions: under 1/3 of the time
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: under 1/3 of the time
- Driving: under 1/3 of the time
- As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- No special vision requirements
Work Environment
Location
- Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time
- Outdoor environment: under 1/3 of the time
- Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 of the time
- Construction site: under 1/3 of the time
- Confined space: under 1/3 of the time
- Warehouse environment: under 1/3 of the time
- Shop environment: under 1/3 of the time
- Temperature Change: under 1/3 of the time
Exposure
- Wet or humid conditions (non-weather related): under 1/3 of the time
- Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 of the time
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 of the time
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): under 1/3 of the time
- Work near moving mechanical parts: under 1/3 of the time
- Work in high, precarious places: under 1/3 of the time 24
- Communicable diseases: under 1/3 of the time
- Fumes or airborne particles: under 1/3 of the time
- Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: under 1/3 of the time
- Risk of electrical shock: under 1/3 of the time
- Risk of radiation: under 1/3 of the time
- Vibration: under 1/3 of the time
Noise Level
- Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements
- Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 of the time
Travel Requirements
- 10% weekly day travel within the county meetings and visits to schools
Employee Safety Statements
- The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
- Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.
- The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.
JOB INFORMATION
| Approved Date: |
8/1/2025 |
| Established Date: |
3/1/2000 |
| Title Code: |
E45368 |
| Title: |
MANAGER: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY |
| Alternate Title: |
Manager: Environmental Health & Safety |
| Reports to Generic: |
OPS Director |
| Reports to Specific: |
OPS DIRECTOR: OPERATIONS |
ORGANIZATION
| Division: |
Operations |
| Business Unit: |
Facilities |
| Department: |
Operations & Logistics Support |
| Negotiated Agreement: |
N/A |
HR JOB INFORMATION
| Unit: |
V |
| Days Worked: |
260 |
| FLSA Exemption Status: |
Exempt |
| Grade: |
PG08 |
| Essential Job: |
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| Months Worked: |
12 |
| Hours Worked: |
8 |
| Job Family: |
Facilities Management & Operations |
| Sub-Function: |
Facility Management |
VR# 26030