Salary: $82,200.00 - $110,100.00 Annually
Location : 1600 Maple St., Longview, WA
Job Type: Exempt
Job Number:Division: Administration (Division)
Department: Environmental Health & Safety
Opening Date: 10/22/2026
Closing Date: 11/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DetailsThe Position: This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for LCC's students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, reviewing, and delivering campus-wide safety programs, policies, and emergency protocols (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, PPE, Chemical Storage). Key duties include overseeing hazardous waste disposal and reporting, conducting air flow and safety equipment testing, performing incident investigations to prevent recurrences, ensuring proper chemical labeling and room signage, and chairing or participating in the college's Safety Committee. The EHS Manager serves as the primary liaison for regulatory reporting and advises the institution on mandatory guidelines and industry best practices.
The Manager of Environment Health & Safety must inspire staff to comply with regulations and best practices without having direct authority over them. The position will be responsible for maintaining safety policies and procedures.
The EHS Manager position is 40 hours per week. The typical schedule is 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. This position reports to the the Vice President of Administration.
Example of Duties & Responsibilities Safety Program Management & Compliance Strategy- Continually review, assess, and update safety program, policies, procedures including but not limited to Chemical storage, Asbestos, Accident Prevention, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Hearing Conservation, Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, Respiratory Protection, Right to Know, Fire Extinguisher Training, CPR & First Aid training, State Vehicle Training, Forklift Training, Personal Protective Equipment, etc.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure safety compliance
- Interpret and advise on mandatory guidelines and best practices
- Participate on the college's Safety Committees and Emergency Operations Team
- Develop safety inspection checklists for each program
Hazardous Materials, Waste Management & Chemical Safety- Ensure the maintenance of the college hazardous materials inventory and Safety Data Sheets, and update to maintain compliance
- File annual hazardous waste activities report with the Department of Ecology
- Promote and create ways to minimize hazardous materials and waste; Develop a waste reduction plan to reduce use of higher-hazard chemicals
- Reviews and verifies asbestos information for compliance with regulations
- May collect and process hazardous chemical waste; manifest shipments to approved processors
- Maintain shipping records for all waste shipments and ensuring hazardous wastes are stored and disposed in accordance with the Washington Dangerous Waste Regulations
- Work with the appropriate lab contact to maintain chemical storage requirements and record maintenance
- Develop an integrated chemical product review and purchasing program
- Ensure proper signage of rooms and labeling of containers holding hazardous chemicals
Occupational Health, Inspections & Environmental Testing- Conduct investigations of facilities, equipment, and environment to assess occupational hygiene hazards, or conducts evaluations of work places to assess existing and potential occupational health hazards, or identify an outside agency to conduct investigation/evaluations as appropriate
- Conduct annual air flow testing results for fume hoods, science stockrooms, local exhaust ventilation systems
- Document the testing of eye washes and safety showers
Incident Investigation, Reporting & Regulatory Documentation- Conduct accident investigations including determining causes; determining whether current standards are adequate to prevent a recurrence; developing recommendations for internal procedures in situations where existing standards are inadequate
- Prepare and coordinate with outside agencies any required regulatory reports including air emissions, hazardous waste, WISHA reporting and other relevant reporting processes
- Present written and oral reports covering any investigations performed, the conclusions reached and the minimum standards which must be met through changes; follow up to check progress and effectiveness of changes implemented; report noncompliance cases to higher-level personnel for consideration of enforcement action
- Collect, analyze, and prepare data for survey and research reports
Safety Training & Education- Develop and provide training in all aspects of the Industrial Hygiene plan
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Typical Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Environmental Health environmental science, industrial hygiene, safety, or related field OR 4 years of experience in industrial Hygiene, safety, health or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA and WISHA regulations
- HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) training completed or ability to complete training within 90 days of hire
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience conducting investigations
- Certified First Aid Trainer or ability to obtain within the first 6 months of employment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience maintaining program compliance
- Experience managing safety and health programs
- Experience creating and providing training
- Experience working or volunteering in Emergency Response
- Knowledge of Peoplesoft application or similar information management system
The minimum qualifications may seem specific and limiting, but we do consider candidates with relatable education, experience, and skills. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet exactly what's listed. With questions about qualifications, feel free to reach out to our HR team.
Supplemental InformationHow to apply:An online application must be completed for consideration. Click "Apply" at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):
- Letter of Interest (cover letter) - describing your interest in Lower Columbia College and this position, how your experience, knowledge/skills, education, abilities etc. meet the qualifications for this position
- Resume
- References - please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor
- Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)
Upon request, accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.
Residency RequirementTo be employed at Lower Columbia College, applicants must currently reside in Washington or Oregon, or be willing to relocate to one of these states. This is a condition of employment for all positions at the College. Please ensure your application reflects your current residency or intent to relocate if selected for the role.
Lower Columbia College Human ResourcesFor any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.
