Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - Cabrini Campus

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - Cabrini Campus

Villanova University is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order and an equal opportunity employer.

• Posting Number: S
• Position Title:
  
  Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - Cabrini Campus
• Position Type:
  Staff
• Location:
  
  Villanova, PA
• Recruitment Type:
  Internal/External Applicants
• Work Schedule:
  
  full‑time / 12 months
• Average Hours per Week: (not specified)
• Department: 808-Environmental Safety
• Posting Date: 02/05/2026
• Salary Range: $64,000 - $80,000 (Grade 15)
• Job Classification:
  Exempt

Reporting to the Director of Environmental Health and Safety, the Specialist manages and oversees campus environmental health and safety (EHS) programs to assure a safe work environment, minimize environmental impact, and comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• Develop and present training programs in compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulatory requirements.
• Respond to and assess selected EHS concerns (chemical and waste handling; hazardous building material abatement; indoor air quality, PPE, etc.), develop corrective actions, and assure resolution.
• Oversee selected EHS programs such as PPE, Chemical Hygiene, Mobile Elevating Work Platform, Permit‑Required Confined Spaces, Lockout‑Tagout, etc.
• Collaborate with Facilities Management to address hazards arising from project or maintenance activities, in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Contribute to development of a campus‑wide integrated EHS program, including policies, procedures, audits, and reports.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations.

• Formal
  
  Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety & Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, or related science/engineering field preferred. Pursuing certifications such as Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional, or Board Certified Environmental Engineer desirable.
• Specific Job Knowledge:
  General knowledge of federal and Pennsylvania EHS regulatory requirements required.
• Minimum
  
  Work Experience:
  
  5+ years administering EHS programs required. Experience in higher education and with construction/maintenance activities desirable.
• Work
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong oral and written communication skills; competency with Microsoft Office.
• Equipment Knowledge:
  Industrial hygiene instrumentation (air sampling, fit testing, etc.), confined space equipment, fall protection equipment, wastewater/air sampling devices desirable.

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Safety & Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, or related field.
• Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist, or Board Certified Environmental Engineer.

• Occasional exposure to chemicals, noise, illumination, poor air quality, asbestos, lead paint, mold, adverse weather, enclosed spaces, and hazardous materials.
• Occasional off‑hours work to support construction/maintenance activities.
• Walking, sitting, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Minimum and maximum number of references required: 3.

Villanova University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.