About the position The EHS Manager supports local safety functions and helps assigned units interpret, develop, implement, enforce, and monitor safety management programs in accordance with Federal, State, local, and American Red Cross regulations, standards, and policies. The role serves as a professional safety resource, addressing critical safety needs while supporting the organization’s mission and reducing its cost of risk. The position may act as a liaison among field units, regulatory agencies and their representatives, and Headquarters to improve communication, enhance compliance, and reduce liability. It also provides support, development, and/or leadership guidance to volunteers. The position is an individual-contributor role for someone fully proficient in applying subject-matter knowledge acquired through several years of experience. The manager works independently and may instruct or coach other professionals. All duties must comply with standard operating procedures and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations. The position involves 30% travel and is listed as work from home.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and guidance to assigned units to meet regulatory compliance requirements under agencies including OSHA, EPA, DOT, and local fire protection agencies; may develop or conduct related training.
• Evaluate safety procedures and compliance with Federal, State, and local laws; analyze, report, and collect safety performance, property and casualty, or other loss data; and may support actions resulting from performance statistics.
• Support unit management in abating imminent hazards and develop corrective action plans to prioritize and correct hazards in a timely manner.
• Provide guidance on or conduct routine audits and assessments of occupational safety, health, and environmental management systems, including OSHA and DOT programs, waste management programs, chemical hygiene plans, exposure control plans, PPE management programs, and fleet safety programs.
• Carry out unit-specific responsibilities within the scope of the job.
• Perform duties in compliance with standard operating procedures and applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Provide support, development, and/or leadership guidance to volunteers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• At least 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Ability to work on a team.
• Willingness to travel 30%.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional certifications or licenses such as CSP, CHCM, or ARM may be required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health Spending Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid time off starting at 15 days per year, based on job type and tenure.
• 11 paid holidays: six core holidays and five floating holidays.
• 401(k) with up to 6% match.
• Paid family leave.
• Employee assistance.
• Short- and long-term disability and insurance.
• Service awards and recognition.

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