Environmental, Health and Safety Director jobs in District of Columbia

The Health, Safety and Environmental Manager works to ensure the safety of employees, subcontractors and the general public within the Library of Congress project. The Library of Congress Health, Safety and Environmental Manager is responsible for enforcing Chimes International’s and DC’s Safety and Health Policy as well as local and federal safety standards on the jobsite. In addition, this position is responsible for conducting employee safety training and consults with Corporate Risk and Safety Manager, Chimes Corporate Management and Chimes DC Training Manager to develop safe work processes for all areas of work performed on-site. Successful candidates will exemplify safety as a value.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee and ensure the safety of employees, subcontractors and the general public during custodial and other Chimes DC operations at the Library of Congress.
• Enforce corporate and project specific safety and health programs as well as federal, state and local safety standards.
• Assist the Corporate Risk and Safety Manager and Chimes DC Training in the development and coordination of project specific safety programs.
• Identify known/potential risks and exposures and recommend corrective action to the Corporate Risk and Safety Manager, and Chimes Corporate Management as necessary.

• Provides the Library of Congress with an annual plan delineating how Chimes DC will meet all regulatory and other contractual requirements for health, safety, and the environment.

• Collaborates with Chimes DC training team regarding safety training, as needed. Monitors and distributes contents of classroom training to ensure compliance. Teaches classes as required. Schedules and conducts re-cert and re-training.
• Conducts regular worksite hazard and risk assessments and reports findings to the Corporate Risk and Safety Manager and Chimes Corporate Management.
• Ensures compliance with Chimes International and Chimes DC’s PPE program.
• Maintains inspection procedures and guidelines for supervisors.
• Complies with and ensures employee compliance with all security requirements on-site.
• Investigates and determines root cause of all incidents, accidents, and work-related injuries including accident investigations, accident reports and forwards to the Corporate Risk and Safety Manager. Provides post-accident counseling and retraining in consultation with the Corporate Risk and Safety Manager with employees as needed.
• Plans, schedules and conducts monthly safety meetings based on Chimes International and Chimes DC’s safety program and the company safety objectives.
• Participates in quarterly Safety Committee meetings.
• May supervise employees with safety or training responsibilities. Supervisory responsibility may range from providing work guidance and leadership to full supervisory duties*training; setting and planning the work; directing tasks/activities; handling employee complaints; recommending and applying discipline; and monitoring legal compliance measures.
• May modify with the approval of the Corporate Risk and Safety Manager safety training either personally or through staff, based on company policy, region goals and location needs.
• Coordinate third party safety reviews including OSHA.

Secondary Functions:

• Acts as supervisor, if back-up system fails
• Assumes other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed

                  *Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice

Physical Abilities Needed to Meet Work Demands:

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, stoop, and crawl
• Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions
• Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces

Job Competencies Needed for Success on the Job:                      

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and with safety always in mind
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and government staff
• Ability to supervise and develop others
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems
• Ability to plan, implement, organize, and prioritize
• Ability to be flexible and dedicated to quality and customer service
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Ability to react immediately to emergency situations
• Ability to analyze data and recommend corrective action
• Ability to read, write, and speak (communicate and relate information) English
• Ability to use technology for completion of specified job duties
• Ability to manipulate numbers
• Ability to maintain and submit reports, logs, and other paperwork in a timely manner
• Ability to understand and apply technical written material
• Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Ability to operate machinery without posing a safety hazard to self or others
• Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with numerous interruptions
• Ability to attend work regularly and remain on site for scheduled shift
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as required
• Ability to attend and participate in training and work related meetings
• Ability to demonstrate integrity and ethical standards in job performance
• Ability to deal with others in a positive, enthusiastic, respectful, and courteous manner
• Ability to provide guidance, direction, and technical support
• Ability to comply with all building, security, and company policies and procedures

Other requirements: 

• Valid driver’s license from state of residence and ability to drive if needed
• License must have been valid for at least 3 years
• If driving a 15 passenger van, must be at least 25 years old
• Acceptable driving record as determined by Agency’s insurance carrier and by Chimes DC policies and procedures

Essential Personnel:

This position is designated as essential.  This means that when the facility is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in this position may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the facility.

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in safety and health or related discipline preferred
• CPR First-Aid Instructor preferred, or willingness to obtain
• OSHA 30-hour training required
• Knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations regarding safety and environmental issues

Experience:

• 3-5 years professional safety experience 
• Previous experience of hospital standards and facility management preferred
• Previous experience working with CIMS certified facilities preferred
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Good verbal, written and relational communication skills, with ability to appropriately interact with employees of all levels including custodians, customers, senior management, client representatives, and the general public
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

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