This is a full-time, onsite position based in Boston, MA

The MSPCA-Angell is seeking an Environmental & Occupational Health and Safety Specialist to lead and strengthen health, safety, and occupational health programs across our hospitals, shelters, and administrative locations.

This is a highly collaborative role for someone who enjoys balancing regulatory compliance with practical problem-solving. You'll work closely with leaders across the organization to identify risks, improve safety practices, investigate incidents, deliver training, and ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations. You'll also help create a culture where safety is understood, supported, and integrated into day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate is confident working independently, comfortable navigating complex regulations, and skilled at building relationships across a diverse organization. You should enjoy being visible, approachable, and hands-on, whether you're conducting training, leading a committee meeting, reviewing workplace incidents, or partnering with managers to address emerging safety concerns

This position requires regular interaction with staff across multiple locations. Occasional travel between MSPCA-Angell sites is required.

What you will do:

• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental health and safety programs, policies, and procedures across all MSPCA-Angell locations.
• Serve as the organization's primary resource for OSHA compliance, workplace safety, and occupational health matters.
• Lead safety initiatives, workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
• Deliver and coordinate safety-related training programs, including new hire orientation, annual safety training, active shooter preparedness, and other required programs.
• Administer workers' compensation and occupational health programs, including injury reporting, claim management, and workplace health initiatives.
• Partner with managers and department leaders to identify risks, implement corrective actions, and promote safe work practices.
• Track, analyze, and report on safety metrics, trends, and compliance activities.
• Coordinate regulatory inspections, audits, and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external agencies, vendors, and service providers to support a safe and compliant workplace.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of 3 years of environmental health and safety experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety programs.
• Experience conducting investigations, risk assessments, and safety training.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to build trust and work effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in healthcare, veterinary medicine, animal welfare, research, or other regulated environments is preferred.
• CSP certification is preferred.

Compensation:

Salary: $85k-95k

Please note that candidates with additional experience or credentials may be eligible for compensation aligned with their qualifications.

Benefits:

Our compensation package includes health, dental and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan match, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, and free on-site parking.

If you're someone who enjoys helping organizations solve problems, improve processes, and create safer workplaces, we'd love to hear from you.