Hazardous Materials Program Manager

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) collaborates with governmental and non-governmental partners to mitigate, plan, and prepare for emergencies; educate the public about preparedness; coordinate response and recovery efforts for emergencies and complex events; and develop tools and resources to support the City of Philadelphia's overall preparedness.  

All OEM personnel must be City residents within six months of hire and are required to serve periodically in an on-call capacity on field response teams. OEM staff also periodically work during non-business hours for extended periods of time, as needed in a field environment, and during activations of Philadelphia’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC).  

Job Description

Position Summary 

The HazMat Program Manager is a full-time position within the Philadelphia Managing Director’s Office of Emergency Management (MDO-OEM). This position is responsible for improving the City of Philadelphia’s preparedness for hazardous materials-related events through coordination across industry, government, and the public. The HazMat Program Manager leads the City’s Tier II compliance program, facilitates the Philadelphia Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), coordinates hazardous materials planning and response activities, and serves as a subject-matter expert with OEM and external stakeholders.  

Candidates should possess a strong desire to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, flexible, and professional public service environment, and a willingness to serve the public in the sixth-largest city in the nation. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, solutions-oriented, easily adapts, has diverse project management experience, anticipates needs, and brings a robust set of soft skills including integrity, diplomacy, communication, and persuasion. 

Essential Functions 

Tier II Compliance Program 

• Oversee annual collection and review of Tier II chemical storage reports and Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) submitted by regulated facilities. 

• Manage and maintain the Philadelphia Tier II Reporting Database, including report certification, plan cataloguing, and facility correspondence. 

• Prepare and issue invoices; collect, deposit, and track facility fees; and follow up with delinquent or non-compliant facilities. 

• Develop and implement a structure for processing downstream hazardous materials notifications and related records management. 

• Supervise part-time Tier II Support Staff and interns supporting program operations 

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) 

• Facilitate quarterly LEPC meetings in partnership with the committee co-chair, including agenda development, logistics, recordkeeping, and follow-up. 

• Identify and coordinate ongoing training and presentation opportunities to support continuous member learning. 

• Plan and organize an annual LEPC preparedness seminar engaging industry, government, and community stakeholders. 

• Maintain and periodically update LEPC bylaws, policies, and standard operating procedures. 

• Manage the LEPC information line and coordinate responses to public inquiries. 

Hazardous Materials Planning 

• Conduct annual updates to the City’s Hazardous Materials Response Plan, coordinating with the Philadelphia Fire Department HazMat Unit, PA DEP, EPA, USCG, and other partners. 

• Maintain EPCRA §303 crosswalk documentation