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Environmental Health Specialist

Brighton, CO ยท On-site

$61K - $113K/yr

Assigned as the lead of a program, or manage a grant, or responsible for a special project that is ... Environmental Health Specialist IV: In addition to the duties above, the Environmental Health ...

Job Summary The EHS Manager is responsible for directly supporting our manufacturing operations with all environmental, health, and safety elements for the manufacturing operations at Boulder, CO ...

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will manage plant environmental, health and safety programs to help ensure operations minimize environmental impact while supporting a safe workplace. You will ...

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will manage plant environmental, health and safety programs to help ensure operations minimize environmental impact while supporting a safe workplace. You will ...

Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will manage plant environmental, health and safety programs to help ensure operations minimize environmental impact while supporting a safe workplace. You will ...

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How much do environmental health manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental health manager in Colorado is $82,405.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $90,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an environmental health manager do?

An Environmental Health Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing policies and programs that protect public health from environmental hazards. They monitor and assess environmental risks in areas such as air and water quality, food safety, waste management, and occupational health. These professionals work closely with regulatory agencies, conduct inspections, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and educate the community and organizations about best practices to minimize health risks. Their goal is to create safer and healthier environments in workplaces and communities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an environmental health manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Health Manager, you need expertise in environmental science, public health, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a relevant degree and professional certifications like REHS or CIH. Familiarity with environmental monitoring tools, data analysis software, and health and safety management systems is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication skills help manage teams, engage stakeholders, and respond to public health concerns. These competencies are critical for ensuring regulatory compliance, protecting community health, and successfully implementing environmental health programs.

What are some common challenges environmental health managers face when ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple sites?

Environmental Health Managers often encounter challenges in maintaining up-to-date compliance with evolving local, state, and federal regulations, especially when overseeing multiple facilities. Each site may have unique environmental risks, reporting requirements, and operational practices, making standardized compliance efforts complex. Effective Environmental Health Managers develop strong systems for regular audits, cross-site communication, and employee training to proactively address these challenges and minimize risks.

What is the difference between Environmental Health Manager vs Environmental Health Specialist?

AspectEnvironmental Health ManagerEnvironmental Health Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's degree in environmental health or related field; often requires certification like REHS/RSBachelor's degree in environmental health or related field; often requires REHS/RS certification
Work EnvironmentOversees teams, manages programs, and coordinates compliance efforts in various settingsConducts inspections, investigations, and provides technical guidance in the field
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by government agencies, private companies, and consulting firms for leadership rolesCommonly employed by health departments, environmental agencies, and consulting firms for technical roles

The main difference between an Environmental Health Manager and an Environmental Health Specialist lies in their responsibilities. Managers oversee programs and teams, focusing on administration and compliance, while specialists perform field inspections and technical assessments. Both roles require similar credentials, but their scope and focus differ significantly.

What are the most commonly searched types of Environmental Health jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of Environmental Health jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Environmental Health Manager jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Environmental Health Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Environmental Health Manager job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,405 per year, or $39.6 per hour.

Environmental Health & Safety Professional

University of Northern Colorado

Greeley, CO โ€ข On-site

$66 - $80/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

POSITION TITLE: Environmental Health & Safety Professional

COMPENSATION RANGE:73,000.00 - 73,000.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:Professional Administrative

DEPARTMENT:Environmental Health & Safety

TARGET HIRE DATE:10/1/2026

BENEFITS:UNCโ€™s Career Hub

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

Position Summary

The Environmental Health and Safety Professional provides compliance andsupport to academic, research, athletics, students, and residential programsfor the university campus and related satellite locations.

(EHS Department Mission: It isthe mission of the Environmental Health & Safety Department to supportuniversity functions by promoting a safe and healthy campus environment forstudents, faculty, staff, and visitors, as well as to provide professionalguidance and direction toward compliance with University, Federal, State, andlocal rules and regulations.)

  • Fire Safety Compliance, Operations, and Inspections
  • Environmental Compliance, Programs, and Regulatory Permits
  • Emergency Management Operations and Response
  • Manage and Compliance of CDL, CMV, and DOT Programs and Operations
  • Oversees Pest/Animal Management Program
  • Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Operations
  • General Campus Safety
  • Occupational Safety Programs
  • Occupational Health Management Operations
  • Assistant Campus Fire Marshal
  • Provides Training (for Faculty, Staff & Students)
Job Duties 25% Fire Safety Management and Operations [Essential]
  • Provide oversight and compliance of life safety systems including testing, inspections, programs, and recordkeeping
  • Responsible for coordinating and conducting fire safety inspections, drills, and audits across campus facilities
  • Develop, coordinate, and deliver fire safety education and resources
  • Investigate potential fire hazards
  • Complete construction building/remodel design reviews to maintain fire code
  • Recommend life safety system maintenance priorities and suggest options for improved campus-wide fire safety
  • Provide life safety reviews for event safety. Attend and conduct inspections of events and provide fire safety oversight at events
  • Provide written or oral input on safety deficiencies and required actions
  • Assistant Campus Fire Marshal
20% Environmental Compliance [Essential]
  • Manage Storage Tank Compliance and Programs, Inspections, and Recordkeeping
  • Manage and review Mold Management Operations
  • Update and maintain the SPCC Plan and monitor inspections
  • Manage Asbestos Inspections and recordkeeping
  • Support Hazardous Waste Inspections and Operations
  • Support Sewer and Safe Drinking Water Program and Permits
  • Conduct or assist with environmental audits and plan review to validate compliance with State and Federal guidelines
  • Coordinate and participate in asbestos testing
  • Maintain detailed, well-organized and comprehensive records
20% Safety, DOT and Health Management [Essential]
  • Develop, review, maintain, and keep excellent recordkeeping for the DOT program
  • Maintain CDL and CMV compliance
  • Oversee the AED, Bleed Kit, Narcan, Epi-pen program
  • Manage Occupational Safety programs
  • Manage Occupational Health programs
  • Assist with Health incidents and investigations
15% Emergency Management [Essential]
  • Develop, review, and maintain EHS emergency management program
  • Maintain, analyze, and review Tornado Staging Area and Areas of Refuge programs
  • Primary responder to EHS campus emergencies
  • Respond and participate in hazardous materials emergency responses
  • Maintain and review EHS emergency management equipment
  • Act as hazardous materials incident responder
  • Maintain 40-hour OSHA HazWoper certification
  • Oversee the Pest and Animal response program
10% Customer Service [Essential]
  • Act as campus information resource on EHS issues and responds to complaints, concerns, and inquiries about environmental health and safety matters
  • Produce internal written correspondence/communication appropriate to target audiences
  • Maintain good working relationships
5% Risk Management and Assessment [Essential]
  • Support Risk Management and Insurance Operations including inspections and investigations
  • Identify risk and hazards associated with campus activities, such as academic and maintenance work, and analyze and assist personnel in controlling hazards in order to protect human health and safety
  • Conduct risk assessments
5% Training [Essential]
  • Develop, coordinate and deliver training to faculty, staff and students for environmental compliance
  • Maintain proficiency in topics taught through continued research and training
  • Maintain applicable professional and technical certifications and attend recommended training
Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelorโ€™s degree in fire administration, occupational health, occupationalsafety, environmental health, public health, or a direct related field from an accredited institution. (Experience may substitute for directly related degree on a 2-year experience for 1-year of education ratio โ€“ in addition to the minimum required work experience listed below).

Preferred Education: Graduate degree in fireadministration, environmental health, occupational safety, risk management, oremergency management.

Requires a minimum of 3 year directly-related work experience in the EHS programs oractivities (preferably in academic or governmental environments) โ€“ includingoversight of fire and safety compliance and experience in one or more of thefollowing disciplines:

  • Emergency Management
  • Environmental Management
  • Occupational Safety and/or DOT
Certification or license required
  • Valid CO driver's license
  • Colorado Asbestos Building Inspector or ability to obtain within 9 months of hire
  • OSHA 40-hr HazWoper certification or ability to obtain such within 6 months hire
  • Oil and Public Safety Class A & B Certification or ability to obtain within 9 months of hire
Certification/registration is desirable
  • Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
REQUIRES
  • Functional knowledge of common computer applications (Word processing, email, internet browsers, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, or similar) and database functions
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • The position must be physically fit with the ability to be medically approved to wear a respirator -- during work activities (Also see physical requirements related to job tasks)
  • Demonstrated experience conducting training and/or in public speaking
  • Strong understanding of the operation of typical environmental monitoring instrumentation and a basic knowledge of various sampling and monitoring methodologies
  • Basic ability researching and interpreting applicable EHS and safety regulations
  • Solid understanding of occupational health and safety operations
  • Basic knowledge of applicable technical standards

This position will interact with students,faculty and staff and must display strong verbal communications skill and an amiable personality that are essential to success.

A criminal background check will be conductedfor the successful candidate. The position will be provided with access to mostareas of the university campus during and after hours. Based on the nature ofthe work and responsibilities for this position, the employee must be reliableand should not present a credible criminal or safety risk.

Benefits
  • UNCโ€™s Career Hub

Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses ofUNCEmployees who are employed at 0.5FTEor above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC

The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNCโ€™s commitment to education began in 1889 andcontinues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognizedas a top university for socialmobility,UNC isproud tobeaHispanicServing Institutionandto serve morethan44%ofourundergraduateswhoarethefirst intheirfamily to attend college. UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNCโ€™s Career Hub, tolearn more about UNCโ€™s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement

The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and workingenvironment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNCcommunity. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawfuldiscrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin,religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, geneticinformation, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based ongender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who opposea discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for,assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating todiscrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not beconsidered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is theresponsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNCโ€™scompliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Northern Colorado is committedto providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If yourequire reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewingor otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please directyour inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu.

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment hasbeen made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act

In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.

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