College: BRCC

Department: Finance and Administration

Sub department:  Environmental Health and Safety and Risk Management

Type of Appointment: Full time - Regular

The Environmental Health and Safety Manager will provide assistance to the Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management Director in the implementation, coordination, and management of the comprehensive loss prevention program at Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC). The ideal candidate will have the knowledge, skills, and ability to enhance the overall efficiency, effectiveness, functionality, and performance of the department. They will have strong communication skills and be able to identify areas of improvement and formulate actions plans and strategies for approval and implementation.

The position requires a strategic leader who can work independently or within a team structure to achieve identified goals, objectives, etc. The candidate filling this position will need to be able to respond to emergency situations; lift up to 30 pounds; walk for long periods of time; climb stairs, ladders, etc.; work a flexible schedule as the work load of the department demands, and be on an on-call schedule as determined by the Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management Director.  

Duties and Responsibilities:  Manages the development, planning, implementation, organization, coordination, scheduling and instruction of the Comprehensive Safety Training Program (i.e. quarterly/monthly safety meetings; safety trainings; emergency management training/drills; fire drills; monitoring and tracking for compliance with all applicable city, state, and federal laws, standards, regulations, etc.). Assist the Director of Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management in the identification, development, planning, implementation, and monitoring of the BRCC Comprehensive Loss Prevention Program
(EHS Policy and Procedure, Hazardous Materials, Building Safety Inspections, Emergency Management, Life Safety, Driver Safety Program, Loss Prevention, Risk Analysis, Accident/Incident Investigation, etc. ).

20%
At the direction of the Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management Director, coordinates all agency inspection programs, inputs cited deficiencies into the Facility Services work order system, evaluates all EHS work orders and provides progress reports/status updates to the Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management Director; communicates any cited deficiencies to responsible departments (any department not included in the Facility Services work order system), develops accident statistics, and prepares summary reports regarding the status of current safety program
components and initiatives.

15%
Request and review official driving record (ODR) and verification process to authorize College employees to drive (state, rental or personal vehicle) for business; Develop, maintain, update and disseminate the Authorized Driver Log as needed. Coordinate departmental calendar with college events calendar and Facility Services calendar. Coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders at the College, ORM, and internal and external stakeholders to obtain Hold Harmless Agreements and other
insurance/liability/safety related forms/documents needed for college events, and constituents at BRCC locations as needed. Monitor and respond to communications received via the EHS departmental e-mail account; communicate with college personnel, students and visitors who have questions, concerns, etc.; perform other administrative tasks such as copying, filing, data entry, answering phones, etc. Supervises student workers and other departmental personnel resources as needed.

10%
Analyzes and follows the State of Louisiana and BRCC Accounting and Finance policies, procedures, and guidelines to obtain quotes for needed services (for submission to the Director for approval requisition funding and to obtain a purchase order), verify completion of services, and review invoices for accuracy in preparation of payment authorization by the Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management Director. Monitor and advises regarding communications received via the EHS departmental e-mail account; communicates with college personnel, students and visitors with all questions or concerns.

10%
 Coordinates and collaborates with internal stakeholders; Sedgwick CMS, Inc., Louisiana Division of Administration Office of Risk Management third party insurer; Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness; Mayor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness; FEMA, etc., as necessary to investigate and process declared emergency damages/claims, property loss claims, visitor/client incidents/accidents (DA 3000), Employee Incidents/Accidents/Worker’s Compensation Claims (DA 2000), incident/accident investigation to ensure guidelines, protocols, and required documentation is complete and in accordance with established laws, rules, regulations, standards, guidelines, policies, procedures, plans, etc. Performs all other assigned duties.

5%
 Other duties as assigned

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in any related field.

Required Experience: Two years of professional level experience in safety inspection or training, emergency preparedness, risk analysis, or loss prevention. Must be a strong, detail oriented team player with proven verbal and written communication skills.

Additional professional or sub-professional level experience in qualifying fields will substitute for the baccalaureate degree on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience. Substitution for Bachelor’s Degree: Six years of professional or sub-professional experience in the development/implementation of a safety program to include safety education, facility inspections and/or accident investigation; in safety inspection; safety education/promotion; emergency preparedness; loss prevention; risk analysis; risk management; facilities repair; or related field.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Advanced knowledge of applicable OSHA, NFPA, EPA, DEQ, ORM, etc. standards, codes, guidelines, laws, rules and regulations.

Ability to work independently or with a team to accomplish set goals and objectives.

Basic understanding of project/construction management principals.

Basic understanding of industrial hygiene principles, practices, and field methods.

Proficient written and verbal communication skills.

Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to become authorized to operate “vehicles” on college business (based on the standards set forth by the college Safe Driver Program”).

Required Licenses or Certifications: 

Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Toxicology, Construction Management or closely related field

Preferred Experience: Candidates with professional level EHS experience within a higher education setting, fire/safety/building inspection of higher education institutions, or the investigation of accidents/incidents are preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Application of advanced industrial hygiene principles, practices, and field methods.

Inspection of higher education institutions for deficiencies related to applicable OSHA, NFPA, ORM, DEQ, EPA, etc. standards.



Ability to effectively, efficiently, and proficiently communicate with a broad range of customers with varying education levels.

Ability to perform project/construction management duties as relates to building renovation and new construction.

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. BRCC is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. BRCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.