Overview
- Job ID: 35719975
- Category: Facilities Development and Environmental Health & Safety
- Organization: Planning Budget & Administration
- Department: Environmental Health & Safety Dept
- Location: Main Campus – UCR
- Salary: $90,400 – $169,000
- Date Posted: June 13, 2025
- Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
- Schedule: 8AM – 5PM
- Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
- Level of Supervision: Direction
- Other Information: Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No; UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
The full salary range for the Environmental Programs Manager is $90,400.00 – $169,000.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $122,160.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.
The Environmental Programs Manager promotes achievement of campus environmental protection goals through the oversight and management of air quality, water quality, and remediation programs. Under direction, the Manager will develop, implement, and maintain campus environmental programs in support of the campus Integrated Safety and Environmental Management (ISEM) program and help the campus comply with state and federal regulations. Professional level administration and management of environmental protection programs includes independent development and outreach to a variety of customers at multiple levels throughout the University. Collaboration and communication efforts include internal departments and external partners to ensure organizational communication and cooperation. This position positively promotes the organization by demonstrating a high level of professionalism and support for organizational values and expectations.
Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Experience in reporting to the California Air Resources Board. | Required |
| Experience in South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) permitting and reporting. | Required |
| Experience in National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits and orders, including Phase I or Phase II MS4. | Required |
| 6 – 10 years of related experience. | Required |
Certification Requirements
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Professional certification. | Preferred |
| Professional Engineer (Chemical or Environmental) | Preferred |
| Registered Environmental Manager (REM) | Preferred |
| Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) | Preferred |
| Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) | Preferred |
| Certified Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA) | Preferred |
| Certified Safety Professional (CSP) | Preferred |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Ability to travel to and from various locations for university related business, on-site visits, meetings, conference and professional devleopment. | Required |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours | Required |
| Travel | Required |
| Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date. | Required |
Minimum Requirements
| Advanced or expert knowledge/understanding of broad range of EH&S fields and familiarity with all EH&S fields. |
| Advanced or expert knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards, guidelines and, as appropriate, recommend organization policy. |
| Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills, including advanced political acumen and skill to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies in a highly political environment. |
| Advanced skill to effectively represent the organization to state and federal authorities, and community groups. |
| Advanced analytical and organizational skills to organize, prioritize and manage the successful completion of projects within budget and time constraints. |
| Advanced skill in mentoring or overseeing the work of other EH&S technical and professional staff. |
| Advanced skill to appropriately use technology and relevant scientific equipment as required. |
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities’ air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine’s 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. – U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. – Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR’s Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. – Center for World University Rankings
- UCR’s distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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Job Description Details
General Information
Job Title
EHS SPEC 4
Job Code
000358
Grade
24
Department Head
Sheila Hedayati
Supervisor
Sheila Hedayati
Generic Scope
Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.
Custom Scope
Serves as the technical expert in one of the following fields/disciplines: Laboratory Safety, Radiation Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, General Safety including Pest Management, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Waste, or Environmental Protection. Problems are complex and may require creation of new methodologies by applying professional EH&S knowledge and/or expertise. Serves as technical expert in the development/implementation of programs within one of these fields/disciplines. May represent EH&S regarding the field/discipline at meetings and conferences involving academic compliance committees, campus, system wide, local government, state and federal levels of authority in matters related to field of expertise. Decision-making is based on established procedures and integration/interpretation of relevant laws, regulations and organizational policy; professional best practices; relevant science methodology, impact on other EH&S programs; and senior management approvals. Decisions may impact other EH&S programs, departments, segments of the organization and/or organization-wide.
Department Custom Scope
The Environmental Programs Manager promotes achievement of campus environmental protection goals through the oversight and management of air quality, water quality, and remediation programs. Under direction, the Manager will develop, implement, and maintain campus environmental programs in support of the campus Integrated Safety and Environmental Management (ISEM) program and help the campus comply with state and federal regulations. Professional level administration and management of environmental protection programs includes independent development and outreach to a variety of customers at multiple levels throughout the University. Collaboration and communication efforts include internal departments and external partners to ensure organizational communication and cooperation. This position positively promotes the organization by demonstrating a high level of professionalism and support for organizational values and expectations.
Key Responsibilities
| Description | Percent Time |
|---|---|
| Performs complex technical work in one or more of the following fields: industrial hygiene, safety, occupational safety, ergonomics, environmental health pest management, controlled substances, laser safety, environmental protection, fire safety, radiation safety, hazardous materials control, and hazardous waste management (including shipping).Environmental protection subject areas including, but not limited to: air quality including California Resources Board and South Coast Air Management District regulations and rules; water quality including State Water Resources Control Board Phase II Small MS4 stormwater general permit and Sanitary Sewer Systems General Order; Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures Plan; investigation and remediation of contaminated sites. Prepares environmental data and reports to environmental regulatory agencies; applies for and maintains air quality, water quality, and remediation permits. | 20% |
| Applies appropriate scientific and professional standards to recommend organization/university policies and programs and, as needed, create new methodologies.Establishes environmental program goals and objectives; interprets environmental analytical data and applies information to continuous process improvement. Develops and implements programs, policies, and procedures to comply with laws and regulations pertaining to air emissions, stormwater and sanitary sewer discharges; develops and implements spill prevention, control and countermeasures plans to prevent releases of hazardous substances from campus facilities. | 15% |
| Drafts reports and other documentation, including use of relevant scientific data.Prepares reports or other forms of technical documentation for submission to environmental regulatory agencies. | 15% |
| Performs or directs outreach and communication to organization within relevant field(s).Collaborates and communicates with internal department and external partners to ensure organizational communication and cooperation; develops and implements environmental education and outreach. | 10% |
| Develops procedures using a combination of original and standard professional approaches/techniques to solve substantive, complex problems with multiple variables.Develops and implements appropriate operational procedures to ensure compliance in subject areas. | 5% |
| Provides expert counsel by evaluating, interpreting and applying laws, regulations, codes and standards across complexity of environmental, health, and safety disciplines.Communicates environmental regulatory requirements, updates, changes, and impacts to internal and external stakeholders; provides air, water quality and remediation expertise and guidance to campus leadership as needed. Supports the development, implementation and integration of pollution prevention strategies throughout campus; coordinates with other campus units in interdisciplinary pollution prevention activities as well as coordinate the efforts within EH&S, and assures that all EH&S program further pollution prevention goals. | 5% |
| Monitors compliance and prevents hazards, and may serve as organization liaison with regulatory agencies.Ensures implementation of quality control procedures according to all regulations in subject areas; serves as liaison with governmental environmental regulatory agencies to negotiate compliance issues. | 5% |
| Provides input to federal and state regulators through trade associations and industry groups for writing and revision of regulations.Participates in environmental regulatory development throughout agency public workshops, hearings, and submission of written comments; represents UCR Phase II Small MS4 on California Stormwater Quality Associaion Phase II subcommittees. | 5% |
| Writes and updates manuals and procedures. | 5% |
| Inspects, investigates incidents and complaints, and recommends corrective action as needed.Accompanies environmental regulatory agency inspectors during inspection or audit of campus facilities; prepares inspection reports and corrective action plans and monitors completion of corrective actions throughout campus to ensure compliance. | 5% |
| Maintains knowledge/expertise with existing and proposed changes of all regulations in all subject areas. | 5% |
| Participates in the incident response system, responding as requested to after-hours incidents that require joint cooperation between Fire, Police, Facilities Services, EH&S, and other units. Works occasional evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays. | 5% |
Other Requirements
Items Used
Standard Office Equipment
Personal/University Vehicle
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety Mentoring Equipment or Instruments
Various Laboratory Equipment
Physical Requirements
Bend: N/A
Sit: Frequently
Squat: N/A
Stand: Occasionally
Crawl: N/A
Walk: Occasionally
Climb: N/A
Mental Requirements
Read/Comprehend: Constantly
Write: Constantly
Perform Calculations: Frequently
Communicate Orally: Constantly
Reason & Analyze: Frequently
Environmental Requirements
Is exposed to excessive noise: No
Is around moving machinery: No
Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity: No
Drives motorized equipment: No
Works in confined quarters: No
Dust: No
Fumes: No
Critical Position: Yes
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