Environmental Health & Safety Administrator

The purpose of this classification is to analyze, develop, coordinate, and implement safety, health, environmental, and training programs for the employees at the City of Boynton. The position ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, DEP, and other applicable regulatory requirements; tracks and reports employee certifications; coordinates the Citywide Safety Program; participates in Safety Committee meetings; and provides training, inspections, audits, and corrective actions to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.

This position will be required to respond promptly to applicable emergencies, accidents, and incidents to assess hazardous conditions and ensure the safety of personnel, when notified or requested.

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.

Other duties may be required and assigned.

Coordinates and provides technical guidance on OSHA, EPA, DEP, City, and other regulatory safety programs, policies, and procedures.

Implements and supports safety training and awareness programs, including but not limited to Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Hazard Communication, PPE, First Aid/CPR/AED, and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), as well as outreach, campaigns, and recognition initiatives.

Leads the Citywide Safety Program, including participation in departmental Safety Committees and coordination with Human Resources and external regulatory agencies. May serve as committee chair.

Collaborates with the Utilities Team to ensure environmental compliance at both water treatment plants, including hazardous chemical storage, waste management, Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC), and emergency response.

Conducts field inspections at various facilities, including water plants, laboratories, fieldwork sites, lift stations, City event venues, and MOT locations – to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Investigates safety and environmental incidents, prepares reports, identifies root causes, and recommends corrective and preventive actions.

Establishes and maintains confidential records and databases for safety, health (including immunizations), training, and certifications.

Participates in emergency planning and response activities, including hurricanes, flooding, and chemical releases.

Supports asset management and initiatives related to safety and environmental compliance.

Performs job hazard analyses for departments as requested.

Reviews/revises City safety manual and Department safety policies, plans, and procedures.

Performs other related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety and Health, Risk Management, or closely related field; and
• Five (5) years of experience that includes Occupational Safety, Environmental Safety, Risk Management, Safety Program Development, or related work; and
• Possess and maintain Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certification or have the ability to attain within one (1) year of hire; and
• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in confined space and SCBA fit testing.

Experience working in a unionized environment.

Experience with adult learning theory and delivering technical training.

Experience with heavy equipment, forklift operations, solid waste operations, building maintenance and inspections, grounds management, parks, special events, fire and police department operations, adult learning theory, and delivering technical training.

Certifications:

Fire Safety Inspector, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), other related certifications.

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