EH&S Specialist - 140500

Payroll Title: EHS SPEC 4 Department: ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY Pay Scale: $118,000.00 - $127,000.00 / Year (Hiring Pay Scale) Annual Full Pay Range: $97,200 - $182,000 (prorated if appointment percentage Worksite: Greenwich Drive Appointment Type: Career Appointment Percent: 100% Union: Uncovered Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday - Friday Filing Deadline: Mon 7/27/2026 UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. Job Summary UC San Diego Health is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) professional to lead regulated waste compliance and waste stream management across all UC San Diego Health locations. The EH&S 4 will focus on reducing compliance risk through routine audits, inspections, training, and process improvements that support proper waste segregation, handling, and disposal. This role serves as the technical program specialist for regulated waste programs, including oversight of vendor compliance, waste contract performance, and systemwide waste stream management in coordination with Environmental Services (EVS) and clinical operations. The EH&S 4 will also support environmental compliance for on-site treatment systems, including autoclave operations, ensuring safe and compliant handling of medical waste. This is a hands‑on, operational role requiring strong field presence, collaboration with frontline staff, and the ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical workflows. The EH&S 4 will develop and maintain SOPs, conduct audits and inspections, analyze performance metrics, and drive continuous improvement in waste compliance programs. Key Responsibilities Lead routine waste audits, track findings, and implement corrective actions to improve compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (25%). Identify trends and drive reduction in audit findings through targeted interventions. Coordinate closely with site‑based EHS supervisor and location EH&S to ensure alignment and consistent execution across locations. Serve as EH&S Specialist for waste vendor compliance. Monitor contract performance, ensure regulatory adherence, review manifests and documentation, and coordinate issue resolution with vendors and internal stakeholders. Partner with operational leads and supervisors to address issues, resolve gaps, and support consistent vendor practices across sites (10%). Oversee systemwide waste segregation and disposal practices. Partner with EVS, clinical departments, and support services to ensure proper handling of regulated medical waste, hazardous waste, pharmaceutical waste, and solid waste streams (20%). Support environmental compliance for on‑site waste treatment systems including safe operation, regulatory requirements, and coordination with internal teams and external agencies (10%). Deliver targeted, practical training on waste handling, segregation, and compliance requirements. Support rollout of process changes and ensure staff competency across departments. Support supervisors and frontline teams with tools and guidance to reinforce program expectations (10%). Conduct site inspections and rounding activities. Identify gaps, document findings, and work with departments to implement corrective actions (15%). Track and analyze waste compliance metrics, audit results, and program performance. Develop reports and dashboards to support leadership visibility and continuous improvement efforts (10%). Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five (5+) years of EH&S experience with a focus on environmental compliance, regulated waste, or healthcare operations. Strong working knowledge of federal and state regulations related to medical waste, hazardous waste, and environmental compliance (e.g., Cal/OSHA, DTSC, EPA, DEH). Experience conducting audits, inspections, and compliance assessments. Experience managing or supporting vendor contracts and compliance oversight. Demonstrated ability to analyze data, track metrics, and drive process improvements. Experience developing and delivering training in operational environments. Strong communication skills and ability to work with frontline staff and leadership. Preferred Qualifications Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) required within six (6) months of hire. OSHA 30 Hours General Safety Certification. Experience in healthcare or large, multi‑site organizations. Experience with UCSD systems and protocols. Professional certifications such as CHMM, CSP, CIH, or REHS. Experience with waste treatment systems or on‑site processing technologies. Familiarity with accreditation and regulatory agencies (e.g., Joint Commission (TJC), CDPH). Special Conditions Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical. Must be able to work across multiple locations and adjust schedule based on operational needs. Additional Employment Requirements Must comply with the University of California’s Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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