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Leads all aspects of the American Cancer Society's Environmental, Health, and Safety programs and standards for all ACS properties (excluding sites in Puerto Rico). The primary focus is the Hope Lodge program, where ACS serves cancer patients and caregivers in temporary lodging facilities in 30+ markets across the country. Responsible for the successful delivery of all Water Management Plans, Indoor Air Quality Plans and related services placing emphasis on operational efficiency, and providing safe, comfortable, and sustainable facilities across the enterprise. A secondary focus will be to provide similar, proportional support to ACS offices and Discovery Shops, whether leased or owned, and in accordance with risk factors.

**This is a remote position**

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains, implements and updates Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies, programs, and procedures to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards, partnering with key vendors and leadership across multiple departments. (20%)
• Leads and coordinates enterprise-wide EHS strategies, including Water Management Plans, Indoor Air Quality standards, site safety, and WELL Building Standard programs, especially for Hope Lodge facilities. (20%)
• Manages multiple EHS projects and budgets simultaneously, tracks performance metrics, conducts risk assessments, and drives continuous improvement through data analysis and trend monitoring for all ACS properties. (20%)
• Oversees safety programs, emergency response planning, employee training, and incident investigations to promote a safe work environment and prevent recurrence of accidents. (20%)
• Conducts regular safety audits, compliance reviews, and inspections, ensuring accurate records, reporting to leadership and, if applicable, regulatory agencies. (10%)
• Collaborates with Legal/risk management, facility teams, contractors, and vendors to identify hazards, mitigate risks, and ensure consistent adherence to EHS requirements across all operations. (10%)

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related degree
• Years of experience: 10 years

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Knowledge of all federal, state, and local codes and ordinances pertinent to water management and indoor air quality, facilities planning, and maintenance.
• Understanding of building systems, including air quality, water management, lighting design, and acoustic engineering.
• Strong program / project management experience required.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Ability to coordinate quality assurance programs in area of specialty.
• Must have skill in working with internal and external partners in negotiating contracts, work orders, and preparing RFP's as they relate to EHS areas of facilities management.
• Must possess excellent communication skills including the ability to convey complex technical information in a manner that non-technical individuals can comprehend.
• Knowledge of emergency/disaster/recovery plans and preparation.
• Ability to set clear, measurable objectives aligned with WELL concepts and organizational goals.
• Strong negotiating, influencing and problem resolution skills.
• Proven ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks within budgets and timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to creatively approach solutions and recommend/influence appropriate courses of action. Initiate, implement and support change within the organization; proactive in removing barriers or accelerating pace.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel (by car and/or airplane) when necessary to visit ACS sites and attend meetings.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Very limited exposure to physical risk, if any.

The starting rate is $85,000 to $95,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.