Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Provide a sustainable environment within the college buildings and grounds that is safe, healthy and conducive to teaching, learning and working. Coordinates compliance with all applicable environmental, health and safety regulations by all areas of the college community.

* Co-Chair the colleges Health and Safety Committee ( HSC).
* Represent the HSC on other committee's and Teams.
* Conducts training for employees in areas of expertise.
* Coordinates with Human Resources and supervisors for other training for employees.
* Recommends through administrative channels sustainability, health and safety renovations and improvements.
* Develop and manage budgets of sustainability, signage and safety.
* Evaluates the safety and sustainability of outside contractors and integrates their sustainability and safety plans into ours.
* Performs routine inspections of College facilities to insure compliance with government regulations.
* Issue work orders for repairs with special emphasis on those affecting sustainability and health and safety.
* Attends required meetings and training for supervisors.
* Evaluate personnel and procedures during emergencies.
* Review plans for all new facilities, programs and renovations.
* Co-chair Facilities and Sustainability Team.
* Research, plan, budget and supervise sustainable activities, signage, equipment and facilities.
* Supervise signage coordinator, work study students and interns.
* Other duties as assigned.

A Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Maryland Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
OSHA training and regulations.
Excellent record keeping skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, administrators, faculty and staff of all levels.
Knowledge of governmental safety and environmental regulations.
Knowledge of Howard Community College systems and procedures.
Knowledge of sustainability.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ability to motivate staff and promote the concept of Teamwork.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to make decisions based on the logical interpretation of available information and data
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Regular attendance is a requirement of this job.
Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.

Work in extremes of noise, temperature and humidity.
Work outdoors in the woods and fields.
Work with difficult personalities to achieve the needed outcomes.
Work in the dirt and dust of crawl spaces and in high places such as roofs.
Work under the stress of tight schedules and the risk of dangerous conditions.
The use of personal protective clothing and equipment may be required.

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

*Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

Howard Community College ( HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.
HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.