Environmental Programs Health and Safety Specialist 2
Environmental Programs Health and Safety Specialist 2
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JOB SUMMARY
UConn Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is seeking an EHS Specialist to join the Environmental Programs team at the Storrs and regional campuses. The role will monitor compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and University policies through data collection records assessment surveys of University operations and review of construction projects. The selected candidate will provide consultation to the University community regarding appropriate regulations policies and procedures regarding construction and renovations regulated building materials such as asbestos and PCBs soils and wetlands management UST and AST management dam safety and other activities that may impact University compliance with regulations related to air water and waste management.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitors University compliance with applicable regulations and University policies in one or more program areas through the collection of appropriate data and records and surveys of construction projects and other University operations and activities.
- Provides environmental compliance guidance and support to administrative and academic departments.
- Provides consultation to the University community regarding appropriate procedures regulations and policies applicable to plans and activities that may impact environmental compliance.
- Develops and reviews environmental compliance training programs regarding environmental health to comply with federal and state regulatory requirements and University policies.
- Performs tasks to obtain permits for regulated University activities including but not limited to wastewater discharges air emissions construction and land use.
- Reviews reports policies and regulations and provides guidance on the management of regulated building materials excess soil and fill and other wastes generated from University operations.
- Supports compliance programs such as dam safety above and underground storage tank management landfill closure and ELUR requirements; Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System; and TMDL programs.
- Supports UConns public water supply and wastewater treatment compliance activities including NPDES permitting Water Supply Plan and the Fats Oil and Grease (FOG) program.
- Evaluates Project Review Committee Memoranda of Understanding and advises project teams on environmental compliance issues for upcoming building and infrastructure projects.
- Monitors current and proposed environmental laws and regulations and advises the University on changes in requirements that could impact University operations compliance strategies staff and contractors.
- Conducts environmental inspections and compliance assurance reviews including but not limited to dam safety landfill regulated waste and sedimentation and erosion controls.
- Supports regulatory audits and inspections and responds to findings.
- Responds to environmental release incidents (e.g. spills) and investigates inquiries involving environmental compliance issues recommending corrective measures and directing remedial actions when appropriate.
- Collaborates with and manages environmental consultants who perform work for the University.
- Works with EHS and Facilities staff to maintain the Title V permit NSR permits and other requirements to comply with federal and state regulations regarding air emissions and air quality.
- Performs field work such as turbidity monitoring water and soil sampling and investigates concerns.
- Performs other EHS-related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in environmental health and safety environmental engineering environmental science or another closely related field.
- 4 or more years of experience in the environmental compliance field. One year of experience must be serving in an advanced capacity.
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations (i.e. EPA CT-DEEP RCSA etc.) and recognized consensus standards regarding environmental compliance.
- Oral and written communication skills that demonstrate respectful interactions with a diverse community of University faculty staff and students of all cultural social and educational backgrounds as well as regulatory agencies and contracted vendors.
- Experience working independently to analyze information draw conclusions and understandings and present results effectively to the supervisor and others.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional certification in one or more Environmental Professional related disciplines (e.g. Licensed Environmental Professional).
- Experience working in a multi-faceted workplace with multiple campuses properties and/or facilities.
- Experience managing regulated building materials and/or site remediation projects.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time (35 hours per week) 12-month position with the potential for a hybrid work schedule subject to supervisor authorization and University Policy. The successful candidate will work primarily at the Storrs Campus and will be required to respond promptly in person to any campus location in the event of an environmental emergency or response.
Other rights terms and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online at Staff Positions Search #499091 to upload aresume cover letterand contact information forthree (3) professional references.
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on October 26 2025.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of and contribute to an inclusive respectful and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcome and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employees unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
