Director, Environmental Health and Radiation Safety

Position Title:

Director, Environmental Health and Radiation Safety

Time Type:

Full time

Position Summary and Qualifications:

The Director of Environmental Health and Radiation Safety (EHRS) is
responsible for leading a comprehensive, University-wide program to ensure
compliance with federal, state, and local environmental health and safety
regulations, including those issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA), Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA).

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Sustainable Infrastructure and
advising both the AVP and the Vice President for Administration and Operations,
the Director provides strategic guidance on EHRS compliance matters. This role
oversees EHRS operations across all three University campuses — Hawk Hill,
University City, and Lancaster — and manages departmental staff, services, and
programs.

The Director serves as a key advisor to campus leadership, supporting both
short- and long-term EHRS planning and initiatives. They work collaboratively
across all levels of the institution to develop and implement policies and
procedures that promote a safe and healthy campus environment, mitigate risk,
and align with the University's mission.

A successful candidate will bring deep subject-matter expertise, leadership in
regulatory compliance, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The
Director must operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and
champion a culture of environmental stewardship and workplace safety across
the University community.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: (include but are not limited to)

Program Leadership and Compliance

● Lead and manage the University’s EHRS program, ensuring compliance
with all federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety
regulations.
● Develop, implement, and maintain EHRS policies and procedures (e.g.,
Hazard Communication, Chemical Hygiene, Biosafety, Bloodborne
Pathogens, Radiation Safety, PPE, LOTO, Confined Space, Emergency
Response, Waste Management, and Building Hazards).
● Monitor regulatory changes (e.g., OSHA, EPA, NRC, DOT, PaDEP) and
update compliance strategies accordingly.
● Prepare and file required permits, licenses, reports, and regulatory
submissions.
 

Program Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
● Apply continuous improvement principles and develop key performance
indicators to assess program effectiveness.
● Conduct periodic audits, risk assessments, and investigations to improve
safety outcomes.
● Oversee medical surveillance, exposure monitoring, and incident tracking
programs.
 

Training, Education, and Engagement
● Develop, implement, and track regulatory training programs for faculty,
staff, and students.
● Serve as a resource for environmental, health, and safety concerns;
investigate reports and recommend corrective actions.
● Support campus engagement with sustainability and Jesuit mission-
aligned initiatives.
 

Technical and Operational Support
● Provide technical consultation and hazard mitigation strategies across
diverse campus environments (labs, shops, studios, athletics,
construction, events).
● Direct inspections and compliance activities for hazardous materials
(radioactive, chemical, biological, toxins, controlled substances).
● Oversee the Chemical Hygiene Officer and Radiation Safety Officer
functions; serve on the Institutional Biosafety Committee.
 

Administrative Leadership
● Supervise EHRS staff, faculty collaborators, and contracted personnel.
● Chair the State-Certified Safety Committee and manage annual
certification.
● Manage the EHRS operating budget and associated systems (e.g.,
databases, inventories, learning management tools).
● Support AAALAC compliance and occupational health and safety in the
Vivarium.

Hazardous Materials and Environmental Compliance
● Manage hazardous waste streams and environmental programs, including
hazardous/universal waste, biohazards, SPCC, Tier II, USTs, air
permitting, and DOT compliance.
● Coordinate emergency response for hazardous material incidents and
spills.
● Act as University liaison with regulatory agencies.
 

Other Responsibilities
● Perform additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Education/Training and Experience)
Required:
● Bachelor’s Degree in environmental science, industrial hygiene, or other
relevant discipline.
● 10 years related work experience.
● Knowledge of federal, state and local environm