<p>Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.</p> <p>Budgeted replacement position</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Summary</p> <p>Responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations by implementing and maintaining programs, policies, and procedures to promote a safe and healthy work environment, prevent accidents and injuries, and minimize the organization's impact on the environment.</p> <p>Does this position require Patient Care?</p> <p>No</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <ul> <li>Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations. </li><li>Develop, implement, and update environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines. </li><li>Conduct risk assessments and identify workplace hazards related to environmental, health, and safety. </li><li>Develop and deliver training programs on environmental, health, and safety topics. </li><li>Lead and conduct investigations of accidents, incidents, and near-miss events. </li><li>Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures. </li><li>Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify safety hazards, equipment deficiencies, and unsafe work practices. </li><li>Maintain accurate records of environmental, health, and safety activities, including inspections, incidents, training, and permits. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree in the environmental health & safety or related field required. </li><li>Master of Science in health, safety, risk or public health related field preferred. </li></ul> <p>Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?</p> <ul> <li>No </li></ul> <p>Licenses and Credentials</p> <ul> <li> <p>Professional certifications (e,g. CSP, CIH, CHMM, HEM) preferred</p> </li><li> <p>OSHA HAZWOPER Certification preferred</p> </li><li> <p>RCRA/DOT Certification preferred</p> </li></ul> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>Environmental Health/Safety Experience 3-5 years preferred </li></ul> <p>Additional Job Details (if applicable)</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations </li><li>Knowledge in Building Engineering Systems and Trades </li><li>Knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety Risk Assessment methods </li><li>Ability to effectively train and educate employees on environmental, health, and safety topics </li><li>Ability to effectively conduct public and virtual presentations/trainings to varied audiences of varied sizes; proficiency in verbal and written English language communication </li><li>Ability to interact effectively with people individually and in small groups </li><li>Ability to read sources of chemical hazard information, recognize risks and apply pertinent safety practices </li><li>Ability to plan, coordinate and track projects to completion </li><li>Ability to handle conflict tactfully and constructively </li><li>Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities </li><li>Basic competency in general chemistry </li><li>Computer competency with general office software and applications </li><li>Efficient team meeting management and facilitation </li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Experience reading blueprints/floorplans </li><li>Experience in environmental health and safety management or a related field preferred </li><li>Experience with CMS/Joint Commission Codes Preferred </li></ul> <p>Working Conditions and Environment</p> <ul> <li>Work under the supervision of the Safety & Environmental Affairs Manager and Department Director </li><li>Flexibility and teamwork: this department has a broad set of responsibilities requiring all technical staff to multitask and support others </li><li>Will handle hazardous chemical materials, including spills </li><li>Occasional work in environments with biological, chemical, or physical hazards </li><li>Must wear personal protective equipment as assigned, including respiratory protection </li><li>Periodically required to work off-hours; occasionally required to respond to urgent matters with short notice on regular and off-hours; </li><li>Must take on-call duties in a regular schedule rotating with other department staff on regular and off-hours. </li><li>Must travel to off-site facilities periodically to respond and/or investigate incidents or support program needs </li><li>Must be capable of frequent multitasking </li><li>Physically able to perform tasks such as walking, standing, climbing, lifting, carrying </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Standing Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Walking Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) </li><li>Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs </li><li>Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) </li><li>Balancing Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) </li><li>Reaching Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) </li><li></li></ul> <p>Remote Type</p> <p>Onsite</p> <p>Work Location</p> <p>41-45 Avenue Louis Pasteur</p> <p>Scheduled Weekly Hours</p> <p>40</p> <p>Employee Type</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>Work Shift</p> <p>Day (United States of America)</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.</p> <p>Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.</p>