Job Information
Central Michigan University Manager/Risk Management, Environmental Health & Safety in Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Manager/Risk Management, Environmental Health & Safety
Position Number: 35870
Type of Recruitment: External
Position Summary:
Serves as the University's Manager of Environmental, Health & Safety/Emergency Management. Plans, implements and monitors programs/activities which promote safe occupational & residential environments as well as environmental compliance within the University community. Provides functional direction and assistance to resolve unsafe conditions and practices or environmental issues in compliance with established codes.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree. Two years experience related to Risk Management, Environmental Health & Safety. Knowledge of established state and federal standards and codes, particularly MIOSHA/OSHA Safety Acts. Demonstrated positive interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and project a positive image. Ability to perform the essential functions and requirements of the job.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Serves as the University's Manager Environmental, Health & Safety/Emergency Management. Supervises staff, including two Environmental Coordinators and the Safety Coordinator, and day to day activities and projects related to risk management, environmental, health and safety. Interprets and ensures compliance with Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA)/Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) standards in work practices. Administers University's written programs required under (MIOSHA) and (EGLE) regulations, including, but not limited to asbestos, bloodborne pathogens, confined space, emergency action plans and respiratory protection. Coordinates activities with other campus environmental, health and safety officials. Provides and oversees training (conventional & on-line) to employees and students on environmental, health and safety & emergency management topics including, bloodborne pathogens, emergency preparedness, severe weather, and fire safety/fire prevention. Supervises maintenance of records associated with MIOSHA & EGLE requirements. Oversees investigations related to injuries and unsafe work practices and conditions, Reviews all accident reports and investigates, as necessary. Oversees inspections of University facilities/equipment for safety & environmental compliance and provides direction to resolve noncompliance. Monitors asbestos building inspections in university owned buildings. Reviews Phase I & II Environmental Assessments and provides professional input on subject properties. Reviews construction, renovation, and remodeling plans prior to and during the activity to monitor recommended changes and to assure compliance with applicable safety regulations and building codes. Supervises & conducts Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) assessments. Interacts with external parties including Michigan Universities Self Insurance Corporation (M.U.S.I.C.), engineering and casualty loss control inspectors, State Fire Marshal, Mount Pleasant Fire Department, MIOSHA & EGLE. Implements audit recommendations. Supervises budget assigned. Oversees the University's hazardous waste program. Oversees the implementation of the Pollution Incident Prevention Plan (PIPP), Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure Plan (SPCC), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and underground storage tanks (USTs). Develops and oversees the University's emergency contingency response efforts including serving as the University liaison in the coordinated planning efforts of Isabella County and City of Mount Pleasant agencies regarding all-hazards mitigation, preparation, response, and recovery. Assists university officials, including members of the Crisis Recovery Team and Core Crisis Group regarding emergency management matters; interp