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Environmental Health and Safety Officer jobs are open across manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and energy, at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior EHS manager, with specializations in regulatory compliance, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Develop, implement and monitor TUC Health and Safety policy, programs, and procedures across the Institution.
- Assist TUC in complying with current health and safety legislation and/or regulations with the objective of ensuring that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to protect the health and safety of students, staff, faculty and visitors.
- Increase health and safety awareness at all levels within the Institution.
- Develop occupational health and safety systems, including policies, Injury and Illness Prevention plan, procedures and manuals.
- Act as liaison in the coordination of operations and plans of TUC’s committees on safety matters including the Safety Committee, Institutional Biosafety and Chemical/Lab Safety Plan, Emergency Management Group, and Campus Security.
- Coordinate with the Human Resources Department to develop and deliver required safety training for each employment position at TUC, and a system to maintain records confirming the appropriate training and its updating.
- Coordinate the investigation and reporting all serious/critical personal injury accidents occurring to students, staff and/or visitors to the appropriate senior official, and to assist in the investigation of all accidents/incidents that result in substantial damage to TUC vehicles and property.
- Ensure safety inspections of the appropriate type are conducted on all TUC facilities and appropriate records are maintained.
- Coordinate registration and removal of hazardous waste, including hazardous chemical and biological wastes, for all programs and facilities within the Institution, and be TUC’s primary point of contact with removal vendor(s)
- Coordinate the training of personnel in areas of safety, including first aid, CPR, accident prevention and investigation, workplace inspections and other matters related to implementing safety procedures within the Institution.
- Directs the development, implementation, and maintenance of campus environmental health and safety programs, including hazardous waste management, chemical and laboratory safety, radiation safety, and all aspects of the University’s industrial hygiene plan.
- Assures that Hazardous Waste Manifest, Material Safety Data Sheets, etc. are correctly processed promptly, and all records maintained in the specified locations and the central file management system.
- Investigates industrial hygiene concerns and exposures of employees, students, etc., and University departments and schools’ operations relating to hazardous substances, noise, light, and environmental stresses; makes recommendations on the same.
- Performs research studies of hazardous materials and develops University-wide programs to ensure standardization of control and disposal procedures.
- Liaise with Vallejo Fire and Police Departments, Solano County, and State Emergency planners, update plans, organize exercises and evaluate emergency procedures.
- Assist TUC in meeting all state and federal guidelines regarding fire drills and fire drill training.
- Assures the accomplishment of inspection and testing of fire extinguishers, sprinkler and annunciation systems, eyewash stations, emergency showers, fire pumps, fume hoods, exit lights, emergency lights and generators, life safety egresses, etc.
- Conducts, in cooperation with class schedules, fire drills, evacuation drills, and other related drills to help ensure both compliance and staff/student familiarity with expectations and best practices in safety.
- Manages the annual EHS operating budget. Performs workflow analyses, studies possible sources of cost reduction and/or control, and performs operational budget forecasting. Oversees all departmental outsourced service vendor contracts.
- Conduct safety program audits and inspections according to established audit practices; communicate audit results, and develop and track corrective actions.
- Maintain environmental permits and apply for new ones as required.
Bachelor’s degree in either Safety Engineering, Environmental Health science, or a related area. Master’s Degree in Environmental Health Science or related field preferred.
Experience:
- At least 5 years full-time experience in Higher Education Safety in a supervisory or managerial capacity prior to assuming the duties of EH&S Officer, OR at least 7 years full-time experience in Higher Education Safety in any capacity.
- At least 8 years full-time experience in the safety profession if no higher education experience is evident.
- Prior, qualified experience that will ensure expert technical guidance and direction in the development and implementation of all provisions of an effective and safe chemical hygiene plan is also necessary.
- Extensive knowledge and experience with chemistry laboratory, and animal laboratory procedures as well as research at an institution of higher education will be valuable.
Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrated effectiveness and clarity of verbal and written communication with excellent interpersonal communication and phone manners.
- Must handle all activities and highly confidential information with patience, discretion, tact, and a keen eye for detail while working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
- Must have the ability to interact effectively and efficiently with faculty, staff, and students.
- Must have exceptional organizational, time management and communication skills to complete work with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Work independently with minimal supervision; is goal oriented, responsible, professional in demeanor, able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Maximum Salary: USD $92,700.00/Yr. Minimum Salary: USD $72,000.00/Yr.
- Develop, implement and monitor TUC Health and Safety policy, programs, and procedures across the Institution.
- Assist TUC in complying with current health and safety legislation and/or regulations with the objective of ensuring that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to protect the health and safety of students, staff, faculty and visitors.
- Increase health and safety awareness at all levels within the Institution.
- Develop occupational health and safety systems, including policies, Injury and Illness Prevention plan, procedures and manuals.
- Act as liaison in the coordination of operations and plans of TUC’s committees on safety matters including the Safety Committee, Institutional Biosafety and Chemical/Lab Safety Plan, Emergency Management Group, and Campus Security.
- Coordinate with the Human Resources Department to develop and deliver required safety training for each employment position at TUC, and a system to maintain records confirming the appropriate training and its updating.
- Coordinate the investigation and reporting all serious/critical personal injury accidents occurring to students, staff and/or visitors to the appropriate senior official, and to assist in the investigation of all accidents/incidents that result in substantial damage to TUC vehicles and property.
- Ensure safety inspections of the appropriate type are conducted on all TUC facilities and appropriate records are maintained.
- Coordinate registration and removal of hazardous waste, including hazardous chemical and biological wastes, for all programs and facilities within the Institution, and be TUC’s primary point of contact with removal vendor(s)
- Coordinate the training of personnel in areas of safety, including first aid, CPR, accident prevention and investigation, workplace inspections and other matters related to implementing safety procedures within the Institution.
- Directs the development, implementation, and maintenance of campus environmental health and safety programs, including hazardous waste management, chemical and laboratory safety, radiation safety, and all aspects of the University’s industrial hygiene plan.
- Assures that Hazardous Waste Manifest, Material Safety Data Sheets, etc. are correctly processed promptly, and all records maintained in the specified locations and the central file management system.
- Investigates industrial hygiene concerns and exposures of employees, students, etc., and University departments and schools’ operations relating to hazardous substances, noise, light, and environmental stresses; makes recommendations on the same.
- Performs research studies of hazardous materials and develops University-wide programs to ensure standardization of control and disposal procedures.
- Liaise with Vallejo Fire and Police Departments, Solano County, and State Emergency planners, update plans, organize exercises and evaluate emergency procedures.
- Assist TUC in meeting all state and federal guidelines regarding fire drills and fire drill training.
- Assures the accomplishment of inspection and testing of fire extinguishers, sprinkler and annunciation systems, eyewash stations, emergency showers, fire pumps, fume hoods, exit lights, emergency lights and generators, life safety egresses, etc.
- Conducts, in cooperation with class schedules, fire drills, evacuation drills, and other related drills to help ensure both compliance and staff/student familiarity with expectations and best practices in safety.
- Manages the annual EHS operating budget. Performs workflow analyses, studies possible sources of cost reduction and/or control, and performs operational budget forecasting. Oversees all departmental outsourced service vendor contracts.
- Conduct safety program audits and inspections according to established audit practices; communicate audit results, and develop and track corrective actions.
- Maintain environmental permits and apply for new ones as required.
Bachelor’s degree in either Safety Engineering, Environmental Health science, or a related area. Master’s Degree in Environmental Health Science or related field preferred.
Experience:
- At least 5 years full-time experience in Higher Education Safety in a supervisory or managerial capacity prior to assuming the duties of EH&S Officer, OR at least 7 years full-time experience in Higher Education Safety in any capacity.
- At least 8 years full-time experience in the safety profession if no higher education experience is evident.
- Prior, qualified experience that will ensure expert technical guidance and direction in the development and implementation of all provisions of an effective and safe chemical hygiene plan is also necessary.
- Extensive knowledge and experience with chemistry laboratory, and animal laboratory procedures as well as research at an institution of higher education will be valuable.
Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrated effectiveness and clarity of verbal and written communication with excellent interpersonal communication and phone manners.
- Must handle all activities and highly confidential information with patience, discretion, tact, and a keen eye for detail while working with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
- Must have the ability to interact effectively and efficiently with faculty, staff, and students.
- Must have exceptional organizational, time management and communication skills to complete work with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Work independently with minimal supervision; is goal oriented, responsible, professional in demeanor, able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Maximum Salary: USD $92,700.00/Yr. Minimum Salary: USD $72,000.00/Yr.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental health and safety officer jobs.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification and working knowledge of federal and state safety regulations
- Experience conducting workplace inspections, audits, and incident investigations
- CSP, CIH, or CHMM professional certification preferred or required
- Proficiency with EHS management software and incident tracking systems
- Bachelor's degree in occupational health, environmental science, engineering, or a related field
- Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs for diverse employee populations
Tips for Your Environmental Health and Safety Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to compliance frameworks
Hiring managers scan for specific regulatory knowledge, so name the frameworks you know directly: OSHA 1910, EPA reporting, RCRA, PSM, or state-specific standards. Generic safety language gets filtered out fast when employers are looking for exact regulatory fits.
List certifications in your headline
Your CSP, CIH, CHMM, or NEBOSH credential belongs in your resume headline and professional summary, not buried in a separate section. Recruiters and applicant tracking systems both rank candidates with visible certifications higher in environmental health and safety officer searches.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists environmental health and safety officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry hazard profile
An EHS officer role at a chemical plant requires process safety management experience, while a healthcare position emphasizes bloodborne pathogen protocols. Read each posting for its dominant hazard type and lead your cover letter with matching experience to show immediate fit.
Prepare incident rate data before interviews
Interviewers for environmental health and safety officer roles almost always ask about TRIR or DART improvements you have driven. Know your numbers and be ready to explain what program changes produced them, since quantified outcomes carry far more weight than general safety philosophy.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, clarify budget authority, headcount, and whether the role is a sole contributor or leads a team before accepting. EHS officers in standalone roles often carry significantly more regulatory exposure than the title or pay suggests.
Environmental Health and Safety Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most environmental health and safety officers?
The most active employers for environmental health and safety officers right now are DCS, Croell, and Durable Products, and the most openings are in Texas, Missouri, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing, construction, and energy companies consistently account for a large share of active postings.
How many environmental health and safety officer jobs are remote?
About 0% of environmental health and safety officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many white-collar roles because site inspections and in-person audits are core duties. EHS roles focused on corporate compliance program management, policy writing, and regulatory reporting are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become an environmental health and safety officer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, occupational health, industrial hygiene, or a related engineering field. Complete your OSHA 30-hour general industry or construction training, then gain hands-on experience through entry-level safety coordinator or technician roles. Pursue a CSP or CIH credential once you have enough field hours, since most senior positions list one of these as a requirement.
How do you get hired as an environmental health and safety officer with little experience?
Focus on roles titled safety coordinator, EHS technician, or compliance associate, which are designed for candidates building their hours toward certification. Volunteer for safety committee work at your current employer, complete OSHA coursework, and document any near-miss investigations or hazard assessments you contributed to. Employers in construction and manufacturing frequently hire and train candidates who show regulatory curiosity and attention to detail.
What does the environmental health and safety officer interview process look like?
Most EHS officer interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone screen with HR covering your credentials and regulatory background. The second is a technical interview with the EHS director or operations manager, where you should expect scenario questions about incident response, OSHA recordkeeping, and program gaps you have identified. Some employers add a site walkthrough where they ask you to identify hazards on the spot.
Where can I find and apply to environmental health and safety officer jobs?
You can find and apply to environmental health and safety officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your certifications, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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