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Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Museum of ScienceBoston, MA, US
30+ days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Museum of Science, Boston

www.mos.org

Innovation and creativity come from the unique perspectives of a diverse staff. We value your perspective.

Who We Are

As science and technology increasingly shape our lives, the Museum of Science strives to equip and inspire everyone to use science for the global good while keeping up with the pace of change. Among the world's largest science centers and New England's most attended cultural institution, we engage nearly five million people a year – at Science Park and in museums around the world, in classrooms, and online.

The Museum's singular location connecting Boston and Cambridge puts us at the junction of some of the world's most influential academic institutions and industries, local and state government, schools, and the public. Trusted by each sector, we are ideally positioned to convene, inspire, and create meaningful experiences for all. Come join us on our mission to inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone and living our vision for a world where science belongs to each of us for the good of all of us.

Why We Need You

The Museum of Science seeks a proactive, strategic, and collaborative Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive safety and environmental program across a dynamic, high-traffic museum environment that ensures regulatory compliance, supports operational excellence, and cultivates a culture of safety and sustainability across the organization. Your expertise will help ensure the safety of our staff, volunteers, and 1.5 million annual visitors, while supporting the Museum's bold, innovative goals.

What You'll Accomplish

We are looking for a leader with demonstrated ability to think strategically while engaging collaboratively with diverse teams. The ideal candidate will be deeply knowledgeable in federal, state, and local EH&S regulations and passionate about creating a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace.

  • Strategic Program Leadership

Design, implement, and manage integrated EH&S programs and policies in partnership with the Safety Committee, managers, and staff to ensure compliance and promote a culture of safety throughout the Museum.

  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Mitigation
  • Evaluate work environments and practices to identify and mitigate risks related to chemical, physical, or ergonomic hazards. Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable regulations through proactive auditing and remediation.

  • Training & Capacity Building
  • Develop and deliver engaging safety training and e-learning programs. Equip staff with the knowledge and tools to work safely through ongoing education and resources.

  • Performance Monitoring & Reporting
  • Analyze safety and environmental incident data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement. Maintains clear, thorough documentation and prepares timely, accurate regulatory submittals (e.g., Tier II, MWRA permits, Air Source Registration, Asbestos-containing materials : coordination of testing, removal, and planning).

  • Compliance Oversight & Collaboration
  • Serve in key safety leadership roles including Asbestos Program Manager, Laser Safety Officer, and CPR / First Aid Coordinator. Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration to ensure regulatory standards and ergonomic practices are met.

  • Sustainability Initiatives
  • Lead environmental sustainability efforts by identifying opportunities, driving initiatives, and promoting recycling and waste reduction across the Museum.

    What We're Looking For (Competencies)

    The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of regulatory expertise, hands-on experience, and the interpersonal skills required to lead and sustain a robust safety culture across the Museum. We are seeking a proactive, strategic individual who can partner across departments and manage complex compliance obligations with confidence and precision.

  • Collaboration : Builds trust and partnerships across departments and with external stakeholders to promote a safe, healthy, and inclusive environment. Encourages shared ownership of safety goals and models transparency and teamwork in all initiatives.
  • Creativity and Innovation : Develops proactive, forward-thinking solutions to EHS challenges. Embraces curiosity, uses diverse perspectives to improve training, systems, and sustainability efforts, and learns from feedback and failure.
  • Commitment to Excellence and Integrity : Maintains high standards for compliance, safety, and ethical conduct. Aligns actions with regulations and Museum values, ensures accountability, and continuously improves through data-driven decisions and thorough documentation.
  • Environmental Health & Safety Program Leadership : Proven experience managing and continuously improving an effective EH&S program in a complex environment. Leads with care and humility, supporting others' well-being through clear communication, constructive feedback, and inclusive safety education. Demonstrates calm, dependable leadership in emergencies and high-stress situations.
  • Resiliency and Adaptability : Responds to change and emergencies with professionalism, flexibility, and a problem-solving mindset. Encourages a growth mindset and helps others navigate transitions and evolving safety needs.
  • Required Skills and Expertise :
  • Regulatory Compliance Expertise

    In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards, Massachusetts DEP regulations, and other government and industry compliance requirements. Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying these standards in workplace settings.

  • Hazard Evaluation & Emergency Response
  • Demonstrated ability to assess, control, and respond to hazardous conditions, including spill response and chemical management.

  • Training & Staff Development
  • Strong ability to design, deliver, and evaluate individual and group training across all levels of staff.

  • Certifications (Required or Ability to Obtain) :
  • First Responder Operations Level certification

  • Laser Safety Officer certification
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Strong Technical Writing : Demonstrated ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, procedures, regulatory documents, and training materials.

  • Effective Verbal Communication : Skilled in presenting complex safety information in an engaging and understandable manner to individuals and groups at all organizational levels.
  • Collaborative Approach : Proven experience working effectively with and supporting a diverse community of staff, contractors, and visitors, with a commitment to inclusivity, transparency, and approachability in all interactions.
  • How We Work-Our Values

    Everyone : We are everyone's museum. We pursue equity and celebrate every person for who they are. We foster an inclusive environment in which we value and respect diversity.

    Service : We serve our colleagues and community. We hold ourselves accountable to be a trustworthy public resource, and to support a sustainable, just and evidence-based future.

    Learning : We love learning. We are curious about the world and want to share our joy and wonder with others. We value open minds and recognize that everyone has more to explore, discover and create.

    Connection : We find strength in connections. We collaborate across communities, organizations and disciplines to make science relevant and accessible to all.

    Boldness : We dream big. We boldly push ourselves forward, pursuing new ideas and challenges. We experiment and learn from our failures as we seek to inspire purpose, spark imagination and encourage hope.

    Salary Range

    $91,220—$114,026 USD

    The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.

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