Assistant Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Assistant Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Posting Number S01586JP

Department Facilities Management Administration

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Environmental Health and Safety will support the Director of Environmental Health and Safety in maintaining Bowdoin College’s comprehensive Environmental Health and Safety ( EHS ) Program. The Assistant Director will work under the direction of the Director of EHS and be responsible for developing and maintaining safety programs that meet applicable federal, state and local regulations and standards. This position provides campus outreach, communications and education across academic and administrative departments that promote risk reduction and awareness of EHS issues. Additional responsibilities include ongoing development and management of the campus learning management system to support all EHS related training programs. The Assistant Director supervises one Safety Specialist.

COMPENSATION

• The hiring range for this position is expected to be: $77,200-$84,100.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• A variety of health insurance plans (Medical, Vision, Dental)

• Generous Retirement Plan – 401(a) and 403(b)

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per calendar year, 12 days of personal/sick time

• Paid Holidays and Special Days Off: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/our-workplace/college-holidays-and-special-days-off.html

• Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)

• Household access to many of the College’s facilities including the gym and pool

• Free fitness and wellness classes!

• And more: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/benefits-perks/index.html

Education/Skills Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree is required

• RCRA Hazardous Waste and DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation training

Preferred:

• Masters degree preferred

• Certification in one of the following: Certified Safety Professional ( CSP ) and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist ( CIH ) and/or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager ( CHMM )

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents

A minimum of 4-7 years of experience in a related position/field is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated working knowledge of OSHA , EPA , MEDEP , NFPA and state/local regulations.

• Detailed knowledge of environmental engineering principles, occupational health and safety sciences, and/or chemical process safety (e.g. industrial hygiene, risk assessment, environmental permitting, environmental remediation, etc.)

• Experience developing and editing written safety compliance plans and associated documents

• Proficiency in the use of related office equipment, computers and software, including Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to independently recognize programmatic growth opportunities and problem solve/implement strategic solutions, strong vision and self-starter with ability to both expand existing programs and build programs from the ground-up.

• Ability to provide insight, guidance, advice, and leadership necessary to ensure safety of the campus and its students, faculty, and staff.

• Ability to analyze and interpret technical documents or regulations and then determine applicability and steps associated with achieving compliance.

• Demonstrated capability to quickly assess situations, speak in public and make recommendations/decisions.

• Ability to manage interpersonal relationships, resolve conflicts and communicate effectively with diverse groups and key campus constituents.

• Ability to conduct thorough safety inspections and generate accurate and detailed inspection documents.

• Supervisory experience.

• Project management and contracted services experience.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

Standard Work Days and Hours

• This is a full-time position working 40 hours/52 weeks, (1.00 FTE )

• Standard administrative hours are 8:30am – 5:00pm.

• Exempt positions require the time commitment necessary to complete the essential duties of the position.

We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

About Bowdoin

Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff—with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.

We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College’s multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin’s reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.

Bowdoin’s campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift N/A

Employment Category Full Time Academic Year

FTE 1.00

Benefits Eligible Yes

Pay Type Salaried

Background Check Package Requirements Administrative Staff + MVR

Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Yes

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position? No

Posting Date 08/14/2026

Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled Yes

Type of Posting Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicants

If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

EEO Information

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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