Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia Looking for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist (Safety Manager) on-site at Philadelphia, PA  Full Time

Oversees the development and implementation of the Facilities department’s safety processes. Will interact and coordinate safety-related activities throughout the Bank with other departments.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is one of the 12 regional Reserve Banks that, together with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., make up the Federal Reserve System.It helps formulate and implement monetary policy, supervises banks, savings and loan holding companies, and provides financial services to depository institutions and the federal government.The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia serves eastern and central Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and Delaware.

Job Responsibilities:

• Leads the department’s safety culture.

• Manages and regularly updates department safety processes.

• Maintains, updates, and distributes revised Facilities Health & Safety Manual binders to team members.

• Supervises projects with significant safety-related exposures.

• Inspect construction and renovation areas for safe work.

• Provides prompt and appropriate direction when unsafe behaviors are observed.

• Review and approve Hot Work, Saw-Cutting/Core-Drilling, and other related permits.

• Familiarity with Hazardous Materials and their respective abatement protocols.

• Develops and manages the department’s Safety and Training program in accordance with OSHA regulations, industry standards, and the Federal Reserve’s requirements to ensure team members are current on safety awareness and equipment operation.

• Manages and maintains all documentation related to safety and training in the department.

• Maintain sufficient supply of PPE necessary for the operation of the building.

• Advises team members on fall protection, facade access, jobsite safety analysis, lockout/tagout, equipment inspections, etc.

• Develops and directs programs to ensure environmental, health, and safety compliance and outcomes by ensuring employee awareness and compliance with all applicable BOCA, Life Safety, OSHA, DEQ, DOT, and DOL codes, ordinances, and regulations.

• Manages Hazardous Waste manifests.

• Manages the Air Permit process.

• Manages the Stormwater Credit process.

• Continuous growth and education through classes and pursuing additional industry credentials.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Fulfills job duties and responsibilities in conformance with sound safety practices.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering related area preferred, or combination of education and related experience.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience related to Safety Management in facilities management, construction, etc.

• OR Certified Safety Professional Certification with 10+ years of experience in an industrial and/or construction setting. Certified Safety Professional or equivalent required.

• Industry-standard Safety Professional certifications preferred, such as CSP.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Broad and deep knowledge and experience with federal, state, and local facility and transportation regulations, codes, and ordinances to include, but not limited to BOCA, Life Safety (IBC, IFC, NFPA 101), OSHA, VOSH, MOSH, NCOSH, DEQ, DOT, and DOL – Pressure Vessel Safety Broad and deep knowledge of 29 CFR 1910 and 29 CRF 1926.

• Strong PC software skills in Microsoft Office products, as well as ability to learn new software as required.

• Experience in training varying levels of personnel on use of PPE and safety processes.

• Strong verbal communication skills.

• Strong technical writing skills, including authoring and updating procedures.

• Demonstrated problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and with others including internal groups, end users, and outside vendors.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work occasional unscheduled/irregular hours and/or different work shifts to provide assistance during emergencies or when deemed necessary by management.

• Position may require up to 10% travel, including overnight.

Because this job is considered a safety sensitive position, following a conditional offer of employment, a drug screen for all controlled substances prohibited by federal law, including marijuana, will be required.

To apply: Pease upload both a resume and a cover letter to be considered for this position.

Our benefit plans are designed to be the best fit for you at every stage of your career!

• Medical (4 options), Prescription, Dental (3 options), and Vision Insurance with no waiting period

• 401k/Thrift Plan with generous employer match

• Employer-funded Pension Plan

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time & Holidays

• Monthly $100 Commuter Allowance

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Spending Accounts

• Flexible Work Schedule available in most departments

• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Parental Leave

• Free onsite 24/7 Fitness Center including training classes, Peloton bikes and locker room / shower facilities

• Onsite Cafeteria & Coffee Shop

• Additional Convenience Benefits, Discounts and More…

The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia believes that diversity, equity and inclusion among our employees is essential to our success as an organization, and we want to recruit, develop and retain the most accomplished people from a diverse candidate pool. To support a workplace culture of belonging, we offer eight employee resource groups (ERGs) and a 100 percent rating on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equality Index. The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We have eight employee resource groups (ERGs) to support a diverse workforce. Abilities (supporting disabilities and allies), African Heritage, Asian-Pacific, Freedom (supporting LGBTQ+ and allies), Talent Forward (supporting career growth), Women United, Working Families and Veterans. ERGs are open to all employees.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job responsibilities, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

A requirement of this position is that you will be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.

All Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia employees must comply with the Bank’s ethics rules, which generally prohibit employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and minor children from owning securities, such as stock, of banks or savings associations or their affiliates, such as bank holding companies and savings and loan holding companies. If you or your spouse/domestic partner or minor child own such securities, and would not be willing or able to divest them if you accepted an offer of Bank employment, you should raise this issue with the Recruiter for this posting, who can provide you contact information for our ethics officer if necessary. You should review the to ensure compliance with conflict of interest rules and personal investment restrictions.

Background investigations and drug testing are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Candidates for positions deemed as “safety sensitive” will also be screened for the presence of marijuana. Employment may not begin until the Bank accepts the results of the background investigation.

All employees will be subject to FBI fingerprint / criminal background and Patriot Act/ Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) watch list checks at least once every five years.

Certain eligibility rules apply. Applicants must be able to provide work authorization to prove their eligibility to work in the United States.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, level of work and the requirements of this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities associated with this position or the personnel so classified. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of this position, management reserves the right to revise this or any job description at its discretion at any time.

This is not a remote opportunity. You must be available to work on-site.

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Job CategoryAdministrative/Clerical

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The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.