Executive Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Department: Env Health & Safety (QRS)

Position Title: Administrator 1-Univ Risk Ofc

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Benefits
Eligible: Full-Time, benefits eligible

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Associate Vice
President for Facilities Planning and Management (AVP), the Executive Director of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) effectively provides
leadership, development, and oversees the administration of the Environmental Health and Safety Department and continuously improves
practices, programs, policies, and procedures to meet changing regulatory demands that govern safety and health requirements and compliance
responsibilities of the University. To meet this responsibility, the incumbent is required to maintain effective and consistent coordination
with university administrators; the Division of Research and Innovation; the Office of Audit, Risk and Compliance; the Office of General
Counsel; and deans and directors across all OSU locations.

In addition, the Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety
is responsible for the operational management of the Environmental Health & Safety functional groups, which consist of Lab Safety,
Hazardous Waste, Biological Safety, Radiation Safety, Chemical Hygiene, Occupational Safety, Environmental Resource Protection, and Fire and
Life Safety. Environmental Health & Safety provides leadership for the University and is responsible for developing, implementing, and
administering comprehensive environmental health and safety programs for the University. The incumbent will perform all duties inherent to
the managerial role, including, but not limited to, leading and participating in hiring, training, evaluations, and discipline of EHS staff
in accordance with OSU policies. The Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety is further responsible for addressing key
program issues and risks and developing appropriate strategic plans, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with University policies
and legislative and regulatory compliance.

The Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety has considerable latitude in
judgment on decisions relating to university standards, policies, procedures, environmental health and safety programs related to
university-wide business and programs to satisfy university needs under the general guidance of applicable statutes, rules, and regulations.
This position will effectively and collaboratively recommend environmental health and safety best practices to university stakeholders to
help minimize university risk and exposure. The Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety contributes to the decisions that
have significant, broad implications for the management and operations of the division and the overall strategy of the University.

This position maintains a key role in the adherence to, and success of the OSU Strategic Plan. The incumbent is responsible for the
strategic, transformational and tactical leadership to the OSU community to ensure the University’s safety program is incorporated into the
development, operation, and success of the University. The incumbent must demonstrate a commitment to safety, fiscal responsibility,
diversity, equity, inclusion, effective complex problem-solving and critical thinking to ensure academic, research, and administrative
programs are supported.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a
job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait
for challenges to present themselves – we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and
perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend
on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:
* Top 1.4%
university in the world
* More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
* 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun
grant universities in the U.S.
* 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
* 7 cultural resource centers that offer
education, celebration and belonging for everyone
* 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor
options and certificates
* 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
* 217k+ alumni
worldwide
* For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon
State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the
Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best
college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the
Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an
eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon
State University offers a comprehensive benefits
package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
*
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
* Free confidential mental health
and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
* Retirement savings paid by the university.
* A generous paid leave
package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
* Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the
additional six Oregon Public Universities.
* Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work
arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
* Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet,
accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Oregon State University is deeply committed to the principles of a Health Promoting University. This commitment drives a collaborative
approach across OSU’s safety and well-being programs, reducing silos and coordinating efforts to enhance employee safety and well-being. By
prioritizing resources that support the health of both employees and students, OSU fosters a culture of care and a healthier campus
environment where everyone can thrive.

2025 Best Place for Working
Parents® Designation!

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about
the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

50% – Leadership and Program
Direction: Provide strategic and tactical leadership of comprehensive university-wide Environmental Health and Safety programs
including Radiation Safety, Biological Safety, Hazardous Waste, Occupational Safety, Laboratory Safety/Chemical Hygiene, Occupational
Safety, and Fire and Life Safety programs. Establish policies and procedures, training, and initiatives necessary to maintain a safe and
healthy environment for faculty, staff, students and the general public. Adhere to established legal requirements, industry standards,
policies, and nationally recognized good practices. Manage and monitor compliance with these policies and other state and federal
regulations in order to meet environmental, health and safety responsibilities of the mission of Oregon State University.

Provide
leadership and professional advice to the campus community on matters that relate to safety, health and reduction of risk for areas
including lab safety, hazardous waste, chemical safety, biosafety, building code compliance and emergency response. Administer and oversee
OSU EHS programs on behalf of research, academic and construction interests. Escalate, respond to and investigate high risk issues, as
needed.

Maintain and expand good working relationships with university leadership, internal stakeholders, and State and City
officials.

30% Administrative: Ensure EHS goals and responsibilities are supported and followed by managers,
supervisors and employees of Environmental Health and Safety. Fulfill all training requirements for this position on an annual basis.
Specific tasks to these administrative responsibilities include but are not limited to review and preparation of Standard Operating
Procedures, Lab Safety Program materials, Departmental Emergency Operations Plan, Construction Standards, review of contracts regarding
environmental matters, oversee and approve training materials and other associated documents associated with the management of safety and
preparedness at OSU. Participate in collaborative meetings such as project coordination, risk assessments, campus operations, and OSU Safety
Committees. Fulfill supervisory responsibilities as they relate to employee evaluations, records and retentions, documents required for
regulatory agencies and employee relations. Manage in a fiscally responsible manner, the EHS departmental budget, in conjunction with the
overall guidance of Associate Vice President for Facilities Planning and Management. Create and foster a work environment that is inclusive
and welcoming to all staff, students, and campus community members.

15% Administration Coordination: Serve as member
of the Associate Vice President for Facilities Planning and Management leadership team. Regularly schedule and meet with Deputy Chief
Executive of Compliance and Ethics, AVP of Research Integrity, deans, department heads, and principal investigators to ensure targeted
efforts of the comprehensive Environmental Health and Safety programs are being followed. Seek out collaborative methods to increase
efficiency and proper administration of programs. Regularly visit project sites and research areas to assess and monitor alignment with
safety standards and regulations. Incorporate and demonstrate adherence to solution seeking via standardized risk management techniques,
incorporating risk assessments, risk registers and ensuing placement of risk controls to lessen or eliminate risks associated with the OSU
education, research and service activities and the scope of EHS responsibilities.

5% Other Duties As Assigned and Special
Projects as Assigned

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health/Occupational
  Health, Environmental Safety and Health, or other relevant field to the position
• 5 years of experience developing, implementing,
  leading and measuring the success of major programs in the field of Environmental Health and Safety
• 5 years of experience managing
  professional/technical and administrative staff including advanced skills in comprehensive personnel administration
• Advanced
  experience providing leadership to, and collaboration with, diverse constituencies and partners
• Comprehensive and advanced
  knowledge and understanding of relevant technical requirements, logistics, materials, operations, policies, rules, regulations and
  compliance regulators in health and safety, environmental protection, and environmental health disciplines
• Demonstrated effective
  written and oral communication skills, including risk report and mitigation communication and presentations to leadership
• Demonstrated abilities in fiscal/budget management, operational management
• Demonstrated capabilities in strategic planning,
  risk assessment and mitigation, process improvement, program design and development

This position is designated as a critical or
security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position
qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have
additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of
the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid
driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy
05-030.

An equitable, inclusive and diverse campus and curriculum are critical to the OSU educational mission. Therefore,
Environmental Health and Safety is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion and diversity, including our capacity for ensuring the safety of
all OSU personnel and students of all backgrounds. The incumbent must therefore demonstrate a commitment and ability to promote and enhance
diversity, and an ongoing development of multicultural competence in working with a diverse OSU community of staff and students.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience working in higher education
• Master’s or Doctoral Degree
  in a discipline/area relevant to EH&S
• Ten+ (10+) years of experience in managing one or more significant environmental health
  and safety functional units
• Professional Certifications in one or more of the EH&S disciplines (CIH, CSP, CBSP, CHP, CHMM)
• Managerial degree or certificate
• Experience in a union environment

Working Conditions / Work
Schedule

• Typical schedule is M-F 8am – 5pm; with some after-hours work during inclement weather, emergencies, or other
  University work curtailments or closures.
• This position supports essential functions of Environmental Health & Safety and the
  incumbent is expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures as
  needed.
• Work environment is varied and includes, but is not limited to shop, agricultural, field, office, animal facilities,
  industrial sites, laboratories, hazardous material storage facilities, or fresh water/marine settings.

Pay
Method: Salary

Pay Period: 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date: Last working
day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: $160,000-$190,000

Link to Position
Description: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/53196

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 05/15/2026

Full Consideration Date: 03/07/2026

Closing Date: 03/21/2026

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive /
External – open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

Oregon State University has
retained Opus Partners to support this recruitment. Confidential inquiries,
applications, and nominations should be submitted by email to Thomas at thomas.lapierre@opuspartners.net.

To be considered by OSU’s
search committee, candidates must provide a resume and a letter of introduction that addresses the specific responsibilities, expectations,
and qualifications described above. Please consult Opus Partners for more information about the application process.

NO
APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED THROUGH THIS ANNOUNCEMENT

For more information on OSU’s benefits, please visit https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits.

We are an Equal Opportunity
Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public
website before hire.

OSU is a fair-chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring
a wide range of lived experience, including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive”
responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related
per-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check
results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website, including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or
concerns about the per-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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