Health and Safety Manager jobs in Palmer, AK

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: This position is to provide comprehensive institutional safety and services to all facilities associated with Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Preferred Bachelor's degree in Science/Environmental Health & Safety or related field. Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred. Alternatively, a high school diploma with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in an appropriate clinical, technical, or scientific field would be considered.
2. Must have thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission (TJC), Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) codes/standards and ability to apply that knowledge in a hospital/clinical setting.
3. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the following:
i. conducting special studies and investigations, organize the results, and present them orally and in writing;
ii. collaboration with administrative staff, physicians, nurses, support staff, patients, community members, and Tribal and Federal agencies;
iii. working independently with minimal supervision, making effective decisions, and providing leadership and organizational skills; and
iv. preparing instructional materials utilizing various computer programs including word processing and spreadsheets.
4. Must be self-motivated and able to function effectively within a team environment.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
6. Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks concurrently and meet deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time