Environmental, Health and Safety Director jobs in Louisiana

Description

Who We Are

Corvias' property management philosophy is simple. We take a holistic, "resident first" approach to housing and maintenance so our partners can focus on their core mission, whether it's educating students or maximizing military readiness.

For more than 20 years, we've used that approach to create safe, high-quality places to live, learn, work and interact for our partners' residents throughout the U.

S. If you want to contribute to a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people we serve, we'd like to talk to you.

Corvias can help you build a rewarding career that values superior customer service skills, innovation, and hard work. We'll also provide you with abundant opportunities for professional growth and giving back.

How You'll Contribute to the Team

The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist (Internal title, Regulatory Compliance Specialist) supports the Facilities Director at an assigned military housing community in the administration of Company safety programs and insurance incident reporting.

This role will be responsible for training and educating employees and contractors to ensure operations are undertaken safely and in compliance with company SOPs and all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

The ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships to promote and develop a safe work culture is at the forefront of this role.

Responsibilities :

• Assist in the education of Corvias employees and subcontractors regarding compliance with applicable EHS regulations, insurance claims, and contract compliance.
• Address environmental and safety issues in the homes and areas inside the leased property. Communicate and partner with employees and subcontractors to provide solutions to safety and environmental concerns.
• Serve as the local primary Point of Contact (POC) for subcontractor, environmental awareness & site safety orientation training and tracking.
• Verify, audit, develop, and implement processes and programs to maintain OSHA and EPA compliance.
• Serve as the local coordinator for the Corvias Lead Based Paint (LBP) and Asbestos Programs; track and oversee operations involving Asbestos and LBP.
• Maintain the Respiratory Protection Program and ensure required employees maintain current medical clearance and fit testing requirements.
• Provide training and oversight for the Corvias Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) Program.
• Submit, develop, and follow-up on insurance claims managed in the RMIS System. Perform incident / accident investigations and identify risk mitigation and training opportunities.
• Lead local audits, inspections, and investigations and coordinate resolution of issues.
• Act as local POC for vendors and subcontractors regarding insurance coverage requirements.*
• Conduct quarterly Davis-Bacon Act audits and related oversight of Property Management, Development, and Construction vendors or subcontractors.
• Work closely with Risk Department leadership and their teams to ensure ongoing local compliance with applicable regulations and requirements.
• Assist Property Management, Development, Construction employees, and subcontractors with the coordination of compliance.

Work with staff to resolve issues or to provide training as needed.

• Maintain relationships with Army resources to help ensure customer satisfaction by mitigating risks and providing a safe living environment.
• Work within budget for equipment, consulting services, and supplies including providing associated estimates to the Facilities Director on an annual basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications :

• Minimum of 5 years environmental or regulatory compliance experience in construction or property management maintenance activities.
• Bachelor's or Associate Degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge or the ability to become knowledgeable in applicable EHS laws and regulations, insurance claims management, and applicable federal contract requirements, including the Davis-Bacon Act.
• Proven ability to manage timelines, delivery, and dependencies in a results-focused environment and influence outcomes without hierarchical authority.
• Must be independent, self-motivated and possess a positive attitude, operating well in a team environment that is focused on collaboration and accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to professionally interact and relate to individuals with diverse backgrounds, including the ability to effectively resolve complex or sensitive matters.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing within all levels of the organization as well as with vendors, contractors, government agencies, and military partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and build relationships at all levels inside and outside the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Competencies :

• Customer Focus - Prioritizes and takes action on the needs of both internal and external customers. Designs and delivers products and services with the customer experience top of mind.
• Teamwork and Collaboration - Capable of working well with others both on the team and cross-functionally to achieve individual goals, team goals, department goals, and / or organizational goals.

Values diverse perspectives and working with others as a way to achieve the best output possible.

Problem Solving and Decision Making - Uses critical thinking to evaluate problems, gather information, understand causes, and identify best possible solutions.

Invests time in planning, discovery, and reflection to drive better decisions and more efficient implementations.

• Resilience - Thrives and grows in a rapidly changing and complex environment. Displays flexibility, activates networks, and adopts a continuous growth mindset to learn from mistakes and bounce back from adversity.
• Creativity and Innovation - Thinks beyond the confines of traditional models to recognize opportunities and find new and better ways of doing things.

Encourages experimentation and accepts failure as a driver of innovation.

Exceptional Benefits for Exceptional Team Members

As a company striving to be the best place to work, we want to ensure an environment of collaboration, inclusion and learning exists throughout all teams, locations and divisions.

To support our team members, we offer a benefits package that is generous and flexible enough to meet you where you are today and tomorrow.

Corvias employees are eligible for :

• A choice between two benefit-rich medical, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting and contribution match
• Generous paid time off that increases throughout your career
• 12 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Tuition reimbursement to support growth and development
• 100% paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Maternity leave
• Paternity Leave
• Military Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program

Corvias Corporate Services, LLC (the "Company") does not discriminate in employment or applications for employment based on an applicant's sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, service in the armed forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected classification as outlined by Federal, State or local laws.

Learn more about Corvias' External Recruiting Policy .

Learn more about Pay Transparency.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)