Associate Director, Safety Programs

Directs activities related to occupational safety, construction safety, and fire safety and ensures compliance with all standards and regulations. Collaborates in strategic planning efforts and assists with the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures. Oversees enforcement of and responds to safety issues.

Directs activities related to occupational safety, construction safety, and fire safety and ensures compliance with all standards and regulations. Collaborates in strategic planning efforts and assists with the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures. Oversees enforcement of and responds to safety issues.

• Directs activities and teams across the University related to occupational safety, construction safety, and fire safety. Ensures compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.
• Collaborates in strategic planning and assists the Director in developing and implementing the overall departmental strategic plan.
• Assists the Director in formulating and implementing policies and procedures.
• Ensures the goals and objectives for the department and the University are communicated and achieved.
• Develops and creates reports presenting statistical findings and analyses.
• Interprets and oversees enforcement of health and safety regulations and policies.
• Oversees and monitors any specific environmental health and safety problems; reports issues as required.
• Responds appropriately to safety issues as they arise

Working in both office and field settings, conducting inspections, attending meetings, and responding to emergencies. The position may require occasional evening or weekend work in response to safety incidents or to conduct training. Requires extensive standing, moving, ascend/descend, or bending.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.