Environmental Health and Safety Specialist (0097690)

Posting number: 2026-01676

Department: Honolulu Community College

Division: Administrative Services

Job classification: AUXIL & FAC SVCS OF

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administration, Administrative Assistant, Environmental Services, Security

Summary

Title: Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Position Number: 0097690
Hiring Unit: Administrative Services, Operations and Maintenance
Location: Honolulu Community College
Date Posted: July 30, 2026
Closing Date: August 14, 2026
Band: A
Salary: salary schedules and placement information 
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Other Conditions: General funds to begin approximately July 2026, pending position clearance, availability of funds, satisfactory performance and program needs.

Duties and Responsibilities (* Denotes Essential Functions): 
1. *Under the supervision of the Auxiliary Services and Facilities Officer and the general oversight of the Auxiliary Services and Facilities Manager, the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for assisting in directing, planning, and coordinating all environmental and occupational health and safety programs for the campus. This role requires technical expertise to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including but not limited to those from DOH (Department of Health), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and HIOSH (Hawaii Office of Occupational Safety and Health). Under the supervision of the Auxiliary Services and Facilities Officer, the EHS Specialist serves as the primary on-site expert and liaison for all safety-related matters, working to identify, evaluate, and control hazards and risks.
2. *Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive campus-specific EHS programs, including but not limited to a Chemical Hygiene Plan, Hazardous Materials Management Program, and Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan.
3. *Conducts and documents regular inspections of all campus facilities, including laboratories, workshops, classrooms, and grounds, to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Follows up to ensure all discrepancies are rectified.
4. *Assists in establishing and maintaining a system for the tracking and managing of hazardous materials, including proper storage, use, and disposal of chemicals and other regulated substances.
5. *Assists in developing and updating emergency response plans for various scenarios, such as chemical spills, fires, and natural disasters.
6. *Assists in the creation and delivery of mandatory EHS training programs for faculty, staff, and students, with a focus on areas such as lab safety, hazardous waste handling, personal protective equipment (PPE), and fire extinguisher use.
7. *Provides specialized training for high-risk programs, such as welding, automotive repair, and nursing, ensuring students and instructors are proficient in program-specific safety protocols.
8. *Maintains accurate records of all training sessions and participant certifications.
9. *Serves as the campus first responder for on-campus environmental and safety emergencies.
10. *Investigates all accidents, injuries, and near-misses to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
11. *Prepares and submits all required incident reports to the appropriate campus leadership and regulatory agencies.
12. *Ensures the campus is in continuous compliance with all relevant regulations from federal and state agencies, including OSHA, HIOSH, and the Hawaii Department of Health.
13. *Acts as the primary point of contact and liaison for regulatory inspections and audits.
14. *Maintains a current knowledge of evolving laws, regulations, and best practices in environmental health and safety.
15. *Assists in providing expert advice and consultation to facilities management, campus administration, department heads, and faculty on EHS matters, including facility design for new construction or renovations.
16. *Works collaboratively with the central UH System EHS office and other community college EHS specialists to share information and resources.
17. *Promotes a strong culture of safety awareness and personal responsibility across the campus community.
18. Other related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications: