Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Description

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 Position Overview An Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Specialist supports workplace safety and environmental compliance by assisting in the development and implementation of EH&S programs, conducting audits and investigations, providing employee training, and helping monitor program performance and compliance requirements. This role works closely with the Environmental, Health and Safety Manager to ensure regulatory compliance and effective execution of EH&S initiatives. Key Responsibilities Compliance:

• Support adherence to all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, MTDEQ, NDEP, Tribal Land Requirements [MT]).
• Determining and filing use or non-use permits where applicable.
• Maintain compliance records and documentation, including permits and safety data sheets (SDS)
• Monitor compliance activities and report potential risks or gaps to the EH&S Manager.
• Track regulatory changes and communicate relevant updates to the EH&S Manager.

Safety Program Implementation:

• Assist with coordinating and delivering EH&S training programs for employees.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with required safety training.
• Support safety awareness initiatives and employee engagement programs.
• Ensure proper determination and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Incident Investigation and Reporting:

• Investigate accidents, near-misses, and environmental incidents.
• Gather documentation, witness statements, and relevant data.
• Support root cause analysis and tracking of corrective actions.
• Maintain incident logs and reporting documentation.

Audits and Inspections:

• Conduct routine safety inspections and EH&S audits across facilities.
• Identify hazards and report findings to the EH&S Manager.
• Track corrective actions and follow-up activities.
• Support preparation for external regulatory audits.

Communication and Collaboration

• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, transparency, and collaboration across the organization.
• Develop robust processes for employee engagement and ownership of safety policies and practices (e.g. safety committees, rewards programs, contests, etc).
• Communicate EH&S information to employees, supervisors, and management.
• Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to implement EH&S initiatives.
• Serve as a point of contact for EH&S-related inquiries.

Continuous Improvement

• Identifying areas for improvement in EH&S performance.
• Establish key quality metrics (KPIs) and data-driven decision-making to enhance performance.
• Staying informed about emerging EH&S trends and technologies.

Core Competencies

• Safety Systems & Continuous Improvement – Expertise in developing and implementing safety management systems, driving process improvements, and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Analytical & Data-Driven Mindset – Ability to interpret complex data, generate insights, and support data-based decision-making.
• Problem-Solving & Process Improvement – Identifies and implements operational efficiencies, automation, and best practices to enhance quality outcomes.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills – Strong ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels, provide quality guidance, and present data insights clearly.
• Adaptability & Continuous Learning – Stays current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Leadership & Decision-Making – Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and drive change.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or other STEM field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in safety or quality management roles within a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., EPA, OSHA) and safety standards.
• Professional Safety Certification and OSHA 30 Hour is highly desirable.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the duties require the use of the hands to type and the ability to communicate, requires the ability to move about, some duties may occasionally require the ability to lift to 15 lbs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Designs for Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can grow and thrive. Our employees form meaningful and often life-long connections while working at Designs for Health. We are all passionate about our mission of designing a well world, together.