Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Job Details

Level
:
Senior

Job Location
:
Facility - Fresno, CA 93728

Position Type
:
Full Time

Salary Range
: $82,000.00 - $ Salary/year

Job Shift
:
Any

GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the Chief Operations Officer, the Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) works collaboratively with all departments to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS programs, policies, and procedures that protect staff, guests, animals, and the environment. Through strong leadership, the Director drives continuous improvement, conducts risk assessments, and ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. By fostering a safe, inclusive, and sustainable environment, the Director of EHS directly supports the mission and vision of Fresno’s Chaffee Zoo Corporation (FCZC).

Full-Time employees receive our comprehensive compensation package which includes 100% employer paid Medical/Dental/Vision, Employee Assistance Program, 401k, 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick and Paid Vacation time on an accrued basis. The pay range for this position $82,000.00 - $ per year. Offers will be based on the successful candidate's experience.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop and oversee the organization’s Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure a systematic approach to managing safety risks.
• Leads the safety and security team and plays a critical role in shaping a proactive safety culture across the organization and ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Develop and communicate the zoo’s safety goals and initiatives to all levels of the organization.
• Serves as the chairperson for the zoo-wide safety council.
• Drives continuous improvement in safety performance by identifying key objectives and developing strategies to achieve them.
• Designs, implements, and manages comprehensive safety programs to prevent workplace accidents and injuries in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Conducts risk assessments, safety audits, and inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Responsible for performing ergonomic assessment for employees and ensure recommendations are followed through.
• Develops incident response plans for emergencies, accidents, and environmental incidents.
• Develops and implements a complete security system to ensure the safety and security of the buildings, grounds, and all assets within the Zoo, including key control and access to Zoo grounds. Ensure preventative maintenance and repair and replacement of surveillance cameras, two-way radios, locks, and key systems.
• Reviews all safety and security-related incidents and near-misses using root cause analysis and implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Responsible for viewing and providing surveillance videos when needed or requested.
• Serves as the primary strategic liaison with City of Fresno Parks Management, local law enforcement, fire, emergency response agencies, and external agencies.
• Evaluates and updates the Zoo’s fire protection plans.
• Oversees compliance programs in accordance with the California Employee Right to Know Act and the hazardous communication standards.
• Collaborates with all Zoo staff to maintain a safe, effective, and economical program in the handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals and waste, ensuring that such program meets or exceeds applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Coordinates hazard assessments, including periodic inspections when new, previously unidentified hazards are recognized, when occupational injuries and illnesses occur, whenever workplace conditions warrant, and when new substances, processes, procedures, or equipment are introduced to the workplace.
• Develops and implements an ongoing Zoo safety training program to ensure the health and safety of employees and minimize employee workers’ compensation risk.
• Conduct high-level audits for Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Association for Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and review operational audits conducted by the EHS Manager.
• Oversees and participates in the Zoo’s Lethal Response Program and ensures that the Armed Weapons Team members have adequate practice…