Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Western University of Health Sciences - 4.2 Pomona, CA Job Details Full-time $81,000 - $83,000 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Managerial strategic planning Program management Microsoft Excel Program development Productivity software Full Job Description Under direction of Associate Vice President, ISS Division, the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist ("Specialist") is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of EHS through ensuring compliance regarding campus wide EHS program management, including but not limited to chemical and biological safety, hazardous waste management and applicable Cal-OSHA,NFPA life safety, and other regulatory agency requirements. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge and understanding of all relevant technical requirements, logistics, materials, operations, policies, rules, regulations, and compliance regulators in EHS disciplines. Strong organization skills to effectively perform the day-to-day operations required for the EHS program. Experience in responding to and participating the response to emergencies and critical situations, including follow-up evaluation and critique of response efficacy; assist in the creation, development, and implementation of changes to the university's emergency response plan as required. Knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements including but not limited to

OSHA, CUPA, AQMD

in air, water, storm water, wastewater, hazardous waste, solid waste, and asbestos. Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with a diverse group of individuals to secure and/or provide information to clarify situations and effectively resolve problems. Ability to lead and train the workforce in safety related topics. Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications Education and Training:

BS/BA degree or equivalent experience from an accredited college or university in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Experience:

At least two years of experience in EHS, including the ability to read/interpret state and federal regulations. Demonstrated experience in the strategic development, implementation of a comprehensive EH&S program and culture, with proven related experience.

Certifications/Licenses and Qualifications:

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Email. Preferred Qualifications Major in safety, occupational health, environmental science, industrial hygiene, risk management engineering, physical/biological sciences, or related field, strongly preferred. Experience in higher education and research facilities with animal environments, strongly preferred. Certified Safety Professional (CSP); and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist strongly preferred.

Essential Job Duties Key Responsibilities Financial Operational Responsibility:

Oversees the budget planning, processing, allocation, and resource utilization across EHS.

Key Responsibilities Emergency Management Responsibility:

Maintains comprehensive emergency management plans, including response procedures, booklets and posters for various types of emergencies. Oversees the Institutional Building Safety Coordinator Program.

Key Responsibilities EHS Administrative Responsibility:

Responsible for the day-to-day operations and organizational compliance through the development and execution of the strategic plans for EHS programs aligned with regulatory standards and best practices. Also serves on campus wide committees such as Safety, Emergency Management, Policy, Biosafety, Radioactive Safety, IACUC, DURC, Stem Cell and councils as requested.

Key Responsibilities Recordkeeping Requirements Responsibility:

Prepares, maintains, and submits regulatory required reports within specified timelines, e.g., OSHA, Cal/OSHA,OR-SHA, CUPA, DTSC., CDPH, and DEA.

Key Responsibilities Employee Training Responsibility:

Oversee the administration, operation, and assignment of the employee training platform, ensuring its functionality, accuracy, and accessibility to authorized users. Assist specific trainings such as Driving training.

Key Responsibilities Research Safety Responsibility:

Through the collaboration with Researchers and staff, conducts assessments of research activities, chemical inventory monitoring, laboratory procedures, and facilities to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards through conducting regular inspections and audits of laboratory facilities to ensure compliance with lab policies and procedures, safety protocols, regulated waste management (inventory, disposal activities, manifests, and compliance documentation), and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities Safety Equipment Responsibility:

Oversees the Safety Coordinator Backpacks, Emergency Radios, Eyewash Stations/Emergency Showers, Fire Extinguisher, AED, and First Aid Kit inventory, inspection and maintenance programs. Posting Details Continued Work Schedule While standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the EHS Specialist position requires a high degree of flexibility and responsiveness in support of a 24/7 university environment. The incumbent is expected to be available on-call as needed for emergencies, critical incidents, and other operational or EHS-related issues that may arise outside normal business hours. Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people! Expected Pay Scale Minimum $81,000.00 Annually Maximum $83,000.00 Annually Physical Demands Physical Demands Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes If yes, list maximum weight and duration The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear, and regularly required to sit. The employee is often required to stand, walk, cycle, use hands, and reach with hands and arms to operate a computer in the performance of job duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and color vision, and depth perception. The employee must be able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 40 pounds, climb ladders up to 10 feet or more in height, bend, walk, and stoop in confined spaces. Describe Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position has a non-standard work schedule that may include nights, weekends, or alternative schedules. Posting Information Posting Number A01033 Posting Date 07/06/2026 Close Date 07/06/2027 Open Until Filled Yes Conditions of Employment - Background Check To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position. Pay Transparency Act Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications. Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO) It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter Letter of Recommendation #1 Letter of Recommendation #2 Letter of Recommendation #3 Additional Applicant Document Required License/Certification