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Manager of Safety and Industrial Hygiene

Position Information

Position Title: Manager of Safety and Industrial Hygiene
Department: Environment, Health and Safety
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/58519
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

• Coordinate the general safety and industrial hygiene programs for all departments and units at UB.
• Assist senior management, line management, faculty, staff, and students on providing a learning and working environment where safety and health risks are minimized, and hazards are controlled.
• Work proactively, when possible, to identify areas of risk and work towards their resolution.
• Provide oversight of the EH&S health and safety program, providing site visits to audit and inspect for hazards.
• Reports feedback related to observations and findings.
• Provide guidance on conformance with safety and health related regulations as well as adherence to campus policies and procedures.
• Assists in the development of standard operating procedures and other responsibilities related to compliance with applicable regulations and recognized standards.
• Respond to requests for information, questions, or assistance from campus personnel on health and safety-related issues, protective equipment, and training.
• Participates in emergency response activities and investigations or accidents and injuries.
• Attends safety committee meetings to implement health and safety initiatives.
• Form working relationships with other Facilities personnel, as well as colleagues throughout the university community to gain information on risks and achieve safety goals,

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and at least 3 years of experience performing safety assessments and risk assessments in the workplace.
• Working knowledge of safety principles, risk assessment methodologies, and safety controls.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Excellent customer service skills and strong interpersonal communications skills

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong background in safety, industrial hygiene, occupational health, safety engineering, environmental sciences, or a similar field
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and/or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation
• Demonstrated experience in providing safety and health training with the intent to reduce risk
• Demonstrated experience in an academic or research environment
• Experience in supervising staff

Physical Demands

Salary Range
$90,000 - $110,000

Special Instructions Summary


Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: David Vasbinder
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Associate Director EH&S
Contact's Email: dvasbind@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-829-3301

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/18/2025
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: