Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. **Job Summary** The **Senior Safety and Health Program Advisor** is a senior-level departmental position established to facilitate the execution of strategies, initiatives, and priorities established by the ES&H Director. It is anticipated that the individual who occupies this role will assume the ES&H Director role within the next 12 months. **Responsibilities** + Leadership and Strategy: Demonstrated ability to develop and implement a strategic vision for ES&H function that aligns with the company's mission and goals. Lead a team of ES&H professionals to ensure effective program execution and continuous improvement. + Program Development and Implementation: Design and oversee comprehensive ES&H programs, policies, and procedures that ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Implement best practices to minimize risk and enhance safety and environmental performance. + Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and interpret ES&H regulations and standards, ensuring that all laboratory operations comply with applicable laws and guidelines. Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and manage all compliance reporting and documentation. + Risk Management: Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions. Develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures to ensure preparedness for potential incidents. + Training and Education: Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on ES&H policies, procedures, and best practices. Foster a culture of safety awareness and environmental responsibility throughout the organization. + Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Establish metrics and key performance indicators to monitor ES&H performance. Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on program effectiveness and areas for improvement. + Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with laboratory managers, researchers, and other stakeholders to integrate ES&H considerations into all aspects of research operations. Promote open communication and collaboration to address safety and environmental challenges. + Performs management of staff (i.e., hires, trains, appraises, rewards, motivates, disciplines, recommends termination as necessary, etc.). **Key Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. + Minimum of 10 years of experience of directly relevant experience. + Minimum 5 years of management experience. + Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. + Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. + Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills. + Exceptional writing skills. + Working Conditions: This position may require occasional travel to various company locations. Must be able to work in both office and field environments. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience in a private, academic, or government research environment. + Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent ES&H-related certification. **Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life** We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life. + **Balance life through a compressed work schedule** : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time. + **Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:** You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs. + **Take time to recharge** : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated. + **Prioritize wellness** : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits. + **Better together** : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support. + **Build your financial future** : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that. + **Advance your education** : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education. **A Work Environment Where You Succeed** For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to: + Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects + Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery + Collaborate with world-class experts in an inclusive environment + Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders + Give back to and improve our communities **Vaccinations & Safety Protocols** _Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws)._ _Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle._ The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. **No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.** For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers