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 willsupport the Director of Environmental Health and Safety inmaintaining Bowdoin College's comprehensive Environmental Healthand Safety (EHS) Program. The Assistant Director will work underthe direction of the Director of EHS and be responsible fordeveloping and maintaining safety programs that meet applicablefederal, state and local regulations and standards. This positionprovides campus outreach, communications and education acrossacademic and administrative departments that promote risk reductionand awareness of EHS issues. Additional responsibilities includeongoing development and management of the campus learningmanagement system to support all EHS related training programs. TheAssistant 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 daysof personal/sick time
• Paid Holidays and Special Days Off:
• Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)
• Household access to many of the College's facilities includingthe gym and pool
• Free fitness and wellness classes!
• And more:

Education/Skills Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor's degree is required
• RCRA Hazardous Waste and DOT Hazardous Materials Transportationtraining

Preferred:

• Masters degree preferred
• Certification in one of the following: Certified SafetyProfessional (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 isrequired.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, MEDEP, NFPA andstate/local regulations.
• Detailed knowledge of environmental engineering principles,occupational health and safety sciences, and/or chemical processsafety (e.g. industrial hygiene, risk assessment, environmentalpermitting, environmental remediation, etc.)
• Experience developing and editing written safety complianceplans and associated documents
• Proficiency in the use of related office equipment, computersand software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to independently recognize programmatic growthopportunities and problem solve/implement strategic solutions,strong vision and self-starter with ability to both expand existingprograms and build programs from the ground-up.
• Ability to provide insight, guidance, advice, and leadershipnecessary to ensure safety of the campus and its students, faculty,and staff.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical documents orregulations and then determine applicability and steps associatedwith achieving compliance.
• Demonstrated capability to quickly assess situations, speak inpublic and make recommendations/decisions.
• Ability to manage interpersonal relationships, resolveconflicts and communicate effectively with diverse groups and keycampus constituents.
• Ability to conduct thorough safety inspections and generateaccurate and detailed inspection documents.
• Supervisory experience.
• Project management and contracted services experience.

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

Standard Work Days and Hours

• This is a full-time position working 40 hours/52 weeks, (1.00FTE)
• Standard administrative hours are 8:30am - 5:00pm.
• Exempt positions require the time commitment necessary tocomplete the essential duties of the position.

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

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactorycompletion of applicable background checks including but notlimited to: criminal records, educational verifications, drivingrecords (when job-related), and/or credit history (when jobrelated).

About Bowdoin:

Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home totalented 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 supportof an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich andcontribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value acommunity in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmlywelcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to theliberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as apreeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of itsfaculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense ofcommunity; and connections to the people, history, and naturalbeauty of Maine.

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

Shift:

N/A

Employment Category:

Full Time Academic Year

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Pay Type:

Salaried

Background Check Package Requirements:

Administrative Staff+ MVR

Is driving a Bowdoin vehicle an essential function of this job?:

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?:

No

Posting Date:

08/14/2026

Applications Accepted Until:

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Information:

Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal andstate laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment,admission, or access to its educational or extracurricularprograms, activities, or facilities based on race, color,ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, maritalstatus, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, oragainst qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilitieson the basis of disability, or any other legally protectedstatuses.