Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) team invites applicants for the position of Environmental Health and Safety Technician (Management Technician.)
West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

 WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities.
 
The Facilities Division designs, constructs and maintains a dynamic, safe, and sustainable campus to continually advance its nationally benchmarked living and learning community. The Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) is responsible for the development and implementation of environmental and occupational health and safety programs throughout West Chester University's campus. EHS oversees occupational health and safety, fire safety, environmental protection, and laboratory and research safety; conducts inspections; monitors and analyzes problem areas and provides safety and health training.
 
The Environmental Health and Safety Technician responds to and mitigates health and safety incidents and assists the EHS and Fire Safety Specialists with testing, inspections, and reporting.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate health and safety experience including hazardous materials management, inspections, investigations, and support of industrial hygiene and / or occupational health and safety concerns; excellent customer service skills; the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and the ability to collaborate and communicate with diverse campus constituents including students, faculty, staff, and regulatory agencies.
 
Responsibilities include: 

• Investigate concerns related to occupational health and safety matters including but not limited to odor, mold, noise, indoor air quality, and ergonomics
• Conduct laboratory safety inspections
• Conduct underground storage tank inspections
• Conduct site inspections to support stormwater management programs
• Collaborate with campus groups to identify stormwater management activities and best practices
• Conduct hazardous waste storage inspections
• Assist with hazardous waste, biohazard waste and universal waste programs including inventory, labeling waste containers, handling and transporting hazardous substances, and response to spills
• Use air monitoring equipment and assist in obtaining asbestos and lead building samples
• Prepare chain of custody forms
• Assist with development and facilitation of employee environmental health and safety training programs 
• Escort contractors and vendors at work sites 
• Other duties as assigned

 
As a member of the Facilities Divisional staff, this position is deemed "essential" and must remain or report to work during partial or full day closings of the University due to hazardous road conditions, emergency circumstances or for other reasons.

• Three years of advanced clerical or para-professional work which included the collection, recording, compilation, and presentation of office management or program related information, or any equivalent combination of experience and training OR 
• An associates degree may be substituted for two years of required experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• A valid driver’s license

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the basic principles and practices and the respective standards of measurement applied within a management discipline
• Ability to use a computer to collect, compile, and assemble data and reports
• Ability to analyze varied data by applying the information against interpretive standards in the formulation of recommended action
• Ability to perform detailed work involving written information by preparing reports of finding according to the appropriate standards of content, clarity, grammar, and format
• Ability to identify problems and recognize appropriate solutions as a result of the analysis of data
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, programs officials, job applicants and the public by relating the purpose of the contact and collecting all the necessary information required for the analysis
• Ability to read, write, and communicate orally in English
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates in the performance of work

• Knowledge of hazardous materials management, environmental, regulations and compliance
• Experience with health and safety programs
• Experience with health and safety inspections and investigations
• Experience responding to industrial hygiene and / or occupational health and safety concerns
• HAZWOPER, DOT, OSHA, RCRA, or related certification 
• Experience creating and maintaining complex reports using Excel OR experience 
• Experience developing and implementing training programs

Candidates should apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa. Application materials must include a resume, cover letter and three professional references (all required for consideration).
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants must successfully complete the interview process to be considered as a finalist.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances WCU’s educational mission and Strategic Plan for Excellence. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks.