Coordinator, Environmental Services

About the role

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan , please visit our website and our careers page . Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students! ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date p rior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely . Job Posting End Date: 06-29-2026 Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site. Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, the Coordinator of Environmental Services is responsible for the development, implementation, management of operating and capital budgets appropriated for environmental services requirements and comprehensive environmental programs for the school system. This role oversees requirements associated with indoor environmental quality, water quality, hazardous material management, and related contracted services; optimizes building system performance; ensures that all facilities, procedures, and policies align with federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to environmental compliance requirements. Works collaboratively to coordinate environmental requirements related to facility management, maintenance, planning, design, and construction of school district buildings and grounds with departments and offices across the school system. The role supports system-wide operational effectiveness and the Strategic Plan by implementing environmental compliance, health, and safety measures, improving the indoor environmental quality, advancing environmental goals, and striving for safe and healthy environments that prioritize need and advance equitable outcomes for students and staff.

Requirements

• A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Education:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of related work experience in environmental management, safety compliance, or industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, occupational safety, indoor air quality/environmental quality management, or a related field.
• Experience conducting inspections, investigations, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Experience coordinating with local, state, and federal guidelines, regulations, legislation, and compliance programs.
• The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don't meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental science, mechanical engineering, industrial hygiene or occupational safety & health, or a related field.
• Experience developing and implementing district-wide environmental, health and safety programs, services, and initiatives .
• Experience in a K-12, higher education, government, healthcare, or large institutional environment.
• Experience coordinating environmental health and safety programs.
• Experience responding to environmental incidents and emergency situations.
• Experience interpreting and applying OSHA, EPA, Maryland COMAR, and other applicable local, state, and federal environmental, occupational health, and safety regulations, guidelines, legislation, and compliance programs.
• Experience with indoor environmental quality (IEQ), indoor air quality (IAQ), hazardous materials management, and industrial hygiene monitoring.
• Certifications/Licenses:
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• EPA/AHERA Asbestos Building Inspector and/or Management Planner certification
• ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
• Provides the leadership and supervision for the Environmental Management Department .
• Coordinates the development and management of the district's Environmental Management Program which includes establishing and overseeing an environmental management team and the operating and capital budget allocated

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