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Posted Date 10/26/2026
Description
At a Glance!: Lower Columbia College is seeking an organized, proactive, and safety-dedicated Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to join our team!
Who you are: The ideal candidate for this position is a detail-oriented, safety-conscious professional with a strong background in occupational hygiene, hazardous waste management, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, they possess hands-on expertise in conducting workplace evaluations, managing hazardous materials inventories and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), leading accident investigations, and delivering comprehensive safety training. A collaborative mindset, strong written and oral communication skills, a solutions-minded approach to waste reduction, and the ability to work effectively across campus departments and with outside regulatory agencies are key characteristics for success in this role.
The Position: This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for LCC’s students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, reviewing, and delivering campus-wide safety programs, policies, and emergency protocols (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, PPE, Chemical Storage). Key duties include overseeing hazardous waste disposal and reporting, conducting air flow and safety equipment testing, performing incident investigations to prevent recurrences, ensuring proper chemical labeling and room signage, and chairing or participating in the college’s Safety Committee. The EHS Manager serves as the primary liaison for regulatory reporting and advises the institution on mandatory guidelines and industry best practices.
The Manager of Environment Health & Safety must inspire staff to comply with regulations and best practices without having direct authority over them. The position will be responsible for maintaining safety policies and procedures.
The EHS Manager position is 40 hours per week. The typical schedule is 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. This position reports to the the Vice President of Administration.
Why LCC?: LCC has a strong commitment to making diversity, equity, and inclusion a core component of initiatives, program operations, and professional development. We believe diversity enriches the educational experience for all students, faculty, and staff..
Visit our Candidate Hub to learn more about our campus, culture, and benefits.
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Example of Duties & Responsibilities
Safety Program Management & Compliance Strategy
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Supplemental Information
How To Apply
An online application must be completed for consideration. Click “Apply” at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):
Residency Requirement
To be employed at Lower Columbia College, applicants must currently reside in Washington or Oregon, or be willing to relocate to one of these states. This is a condition of employment for all positions at the College. Please ensure your application reflects your current residency or intent to relocate if selected for the role.
Lower Columbia College Human Resources
For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Jason Arrowsmith, Director of Security, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9@lowercolumbia.edu, Phone number, (360) 442-2270, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.
LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see Diversity & Equity.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lowercolumbia.edu/CleryASFR.
Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers or professional association. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our Strategic Plan.
Conditions of Employment
Location
In-Person
Position Type
Full Time
Experience
2-5 years
Job Category
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Posted Date 10/26/2026
Description
At a Glance!: Lower Columbia College is seeking an organized, proactive, and safety-dedicated Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to join our team!
Who you are: The ideal candidate for this position is a detail-oriented, safety-conscious professional with a strong background in occupational hygiene, hazardous waste management, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, they possess hands-on expertise in conducting workplace evaluations, managing hazardous materials inventories and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), leading accident investigations, and delivering comprehensive safety training. A collaborative mindset, strong written and oral communication skills, a solutions-minded approach to waste reduction, and the ability to work effectively across campus departments and with outside regulatory agencies are key characteristics for success in this role.
The Position: This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for LCC’s students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, reviewing, and delivering campus-wide safety programs, policies, and emergency protocols (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, PPE, Chemical Storage). Key duties include overseeing hazardous waste disposal and reporting, conducting air flow and safety equipment testing, performing incident investigations to prevent recurrences, ensuring proper chemical labeling and room signage, and chairing or participating in the college’s Safety Committee. The EHS Manager serves as the primary liaison for regulatory reporting and advises the institution on mandatory guidelines and industry best practices.
The Manager of Environment Health & Safety must inspire staff to comply with regulations and best practices without having direct authority over them. The position will be responsible for maintaining safety policies and procedures.
The EHS Manager position is 40 hours per week. The typical schedule is 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. This position reports to the the Vice President of Administration.
Why LCC?: LCC has a strong commitment to making diversity, equity, and inclusion a core component of initiatives, program operations, and professional development. We believe diversity enriches the educational experience for all students, faculty, and staff..
Visit our Candidate Hub to learn more about our campus, culture, and benefits.
Check us out on Facebook and Instagram!
Example of Duties & Responsibilities
Safety Program Management & Compliance Strategy
- Continually review, assess, and update safety program, policies, procedures including but not limited to Chemical storage, Asbestos, Accident Prevention, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Hearing Conservation, Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, Respiratory Protection, Right to Know, Fire Extinguisher Training, CPR & First Aid training, State Vehicle Training, Forklift Training, Personal Protective Equipment, etc.
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure safety compliance
- Interpret and advise on mandatory guidelines and best practices
- Participate on the college’s Safety Committees and Emergency Operations Team
- Develop safety inspection checklists for each program
- Ensure the maintenance of the college hazardous materials inventory and Safety Data Sheets, and update to maintain compliance
- File annual hazardous waste activities report with the Department of Ecology
- Promote and create ways to minimize hazardous materials and waste; Develop a waste reduction plan to reduce use of higher-hazard chemicals
- Reviews and verifies asbestos information for compliance with regulations
- May collect and process hazardous chemical waste; manifest shipments to approved processors
- Maintain shipping records for all waste shipments and ensuring hazardous wastes are stored and disposed in accordance with the Washington Dangerous Waste Regulations
- Work with the appropriate lab contact to maintain chemical storage requirements and record maintenance
- Develop an integrated chemical product review and purchasing program
- Ensure proper signage of rooms and labeling of containers holding hazardous chemicals
- Conduct investigations of facilities, equipment, and environment to assess occupational hygiene hazards, or conducts evaluations of work places to assess existing and potential occupational health hazards, or identify an outside agency to conduct investigation/evaluations as appropriate
- Conduct annual air flow testing results for fume hoods, science stockrooms, local exhaust ventilation systems
- Document the testing of eye washes and safety showers
- Conduct accident investigations including determining causes; determining whether current standards are adequate to prevent a recurrence; developing recommendations for internal procedures in situations where existing standards are inadequate
- Prepare and coordinate with outside agencies any required regulatory reports including air emissions, hazardous waste, WISHA reporting and other relevant reporting processes
- Present written and oral reports covering any investigations performed, the conclusions reached and the minimum standards which must be met through changes; follow up to check progress and effectiveness of changes implemented; report noncompliance cases to higher-level personnel for consideration of enforcement action
- Collect, analyze, and prepare data for survey and research reports
- Develop and provide training in all aspects of the Industrial Hygiene plan
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Environmental Health environmental science, industrial hygiene, safety, or related field OR 4 years of experience in industrial Hygiene, safety, health or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA and WISHA regulations
- HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) training completed or ability to complete training within 90 days of hire
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience conducting investigations
- Certified First Aid Trainer or ability to obtain within the first 6 months of employment
- Experience maintaining program compliance
- Experience managing safety and health programs
- Experience creating and providing training
- Experience working or volunteering in Emergency Response
- Knowledge of Peoplesoft application or similar information management system
Supplemental Information
How To Apply
An online application must be completed for consideration. Click “Apply” at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):
- Letter of Interest (cover letter) - describing your interest in Lower Columbia College and this position, how your experience, knowledge/skills, education, abilities etc. meet the qualifications for this position
- Resume
- References - please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor
- Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)
Residency Requirement
To be employed at Lower Columbia College, applicants must currently reside in Washington or Oregon, or be willing to relocate to one of these states. This is a condition of employment for all positions at the College. Please ensure your application reflects your current residency or intent to relocate if selected for the role.
Lower Columbia College Human Resources
For any questions regarding this job advertisement and/or department or campus culture, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Jason Arrowsmith, Director of Security, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9@lowercolumbia.edu, Phone number, (360) 442-2270, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.
- Learn more on our Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment page.
- The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information, visit About Title IX.
- The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply.
LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see Diversity & Equity.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lowercolumbia.edu/CleryASFR.
Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers or professional association. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our Strategic Plan.
Conditions of Employment
- If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.
- Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
- The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.
Location
In-Person
Position Type
Full Time
Experience
2-5 years
Job Category
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics