Job Summary:

The Occupational & Environmental Safety Director (OESD) is delegated the responsibility for interpreting, administering, and enforcing Board Policy 6.090 Occupational & Environmental Safety to include compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as it relates to occupational and environmental safety under Michigan’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), building and fire codes under the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) and Michigan’s Bureau of Fire Services (BSF), environmental regulations under Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), and health regulations as applicable to all college students and employees under Michigan’s Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). Establish and maintain a college-wide culture of occupational and environmental health and safety.

This position serves as one of the command staff as the Safety Officer on the college’s Incident Management Team. The OESD also plays a critical role as one of the college’s primary liaisons to the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Bureau of Fire Services, and the Ingham, Eaton, and Livingston County Health Departments.

Regular on campus presence is expected for all LCC employment. Any flexible work schedules and/or hybrid work schedules approved by the College are subject to change based on the needs of the LCC community.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s Degree preferably in occupational or environmental safety or related discipline OR Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in occupational or environmental safety or related discipline, and two years of related experience OR equivalent combination of education (including certifications) and experience.

3 years’ work experience in the field of occupational or environmental safety.

Previous supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Industrial Hygienist.

Certified Safety Professional.

Previous experience working in the field of occupational or environmental safety on a college or university campus.

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