Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Salary

$80,625.00 - $100,781.25 Annually

Location

3311 E Tamiami Trail (Risk Management), Naples, FL

Job Type

Full Time, Regular

Job Number

10174

Department

Corporate Business Operation

Division

Risk Management

Opening Date

07/03/2026

Closing Date

7/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Grade

263

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Job Summary

Collier County strives to be an employer of choice, and many of our employees build long-term careers with us. The salary listed in the job description reflects the full pay range for this position, from entry level through advanced career stages.

NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE.

Collier County is seeking a technically strong and operationally focused Environmental Health & Safety Manager to lead a comprehensive, countywide safety and compliance program. This position plays a central role in protecting employees, the public, and County assets by integrating safety into daily operations, capital projects, and organizational culture.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for program development, regulatory compliance, training, and field engagement across diverse service areas including public works, utilities, fleet, and facilities.

The Environmental Health & Safety Manager plans, directs, and actively participates in occupational health, safety, and environmental programs designed to reduce injuries, ensure regulatory compliance, and support safe, efficient service delivery. The position oversees key compliance programs including CDL, Drug & Alcohol testing, and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT), while supervising staff and coordinating safety efforts across departments.

Essential Functions

Key responsibilities for this position are as follows:

• Safety Program Leadership: Develops, implements, and continuously improves occupational health, safety, and environmental programs. Establishes practices, procedures, and action plans to prevent injuries, illnesses, and operational losses. Interprets and applies complex federal, state, and local regulations.

• Safety Training & Workforce Education: Oversees the design and delivery of in-person and virtual safety training programs, including general workplace safety and hazard recognition; equipment operation and heavy equipment safety; confined space entry and lockout/tagout; hazard communication (HazCom) and PPE; emergency response and incident prevention.

• Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) Program Oversight - Is responsible to administer the County's MOT program, including fleet and driver safety programs, workplace certification, compliance monitoring, and enforcement. Also responsible to develop and maintain training materials, practices, and safety communications. Conducts inspections of work zones and addresses safety concerns for County and contractor projects.

• CDL & Driver Safety Compliance - Manages the County's Commercial Driver's License (CDL) program. Ensures compliance with FMCSA and Florida CDL regulations. Oversees driver qualification files, motor vehicle record monitoring, and accident tracking. Coordinates driver safety and remedial training programs.

• Drug & Alcohol Program Administration - Serves as the Countys Designated Employer Representative (DER). Administers all aspects of the DOT-compliant (FAA, FTA, and FMCSA) Drug & Alcohol testing program, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing; vendor and Medical Review Officer (MRO) coordination; regulatory compliance and confidential recordkeeping; and providing employee education on drug-free workplace requirements.

• Job Hazard Analysis & Inspections - Develops and annually reviews Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for County operations. Conducts routine inspections of County facilities and operations to identify and mitigate risks. Investigates complaints related to safety hazards and work zone conditions. Analyzes compliance, accident, injury, illness, to identify trends and develop preventative measures.

• Incident Investigation & Risk Reduction - Leads investigations for employee injuries, vehicle incidents, and public-related accidents. Conducts root cause analysis and facilitates post-incident review meetings with leadership. Supports return-to-work efforts through jobsite evaluations. Provides counseling and corrective guidance for employees with recurring safety issues.

• Construction & Contractor Safety - Participates in County project related pre-construction meetings to promote safe facility design and compliance. Monitors contractor safety performance and ensures adherence to contract requirements. Coordinates with vendors providing temporary or contract staff to ensure training and PPE compliance.

• Environmental & Hazardous Materials Programs - Develops hazardous materials spill response and control programs. Identifies potential pollutants, establishes containment protocols, and ensures compliance with OSHA and EPA standards.

• Program & Administrative Management - Assists with development and administration of the division budget. Prepares Requests for Proposals (RFPs), evaluates vendor responses, and negotiates contracts. Provides technical support to Risk Management programs and leads special projects. Builds effective working relationships across departments, leadership, and external partners.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, environmental health, industrial hygiene, or a related field.

• Four (4) years of relevant professional experience.

• Candidates without a degree must possess eight (8) years of related experience.

• Ability to successfully complete required background screening, including fingerprinting.

Supplemental information

• Salary offers above the minimum pay grade may be considered based on qualifications.
• Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared or declared emergency. The County's Administrative Office will determine who will be required to work on an incident-by-incident basis.
• This job posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

Collier County BCC offers a variety of benefits to both regular full and part-time

employees. For information, click here to view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer when you join our team.

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APPLICANT NOTICE: Your answers below will be used to review this application. The experience listed here MUST match the work history provided in your application. Please note, it is not acceptable to use "See Resume" or "See Above" in your answers below and we do not accept resumes as a substitute for a completed application.

• I understand and agree with the statements above.
• I do not agree with the statements above.

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Have you obtained a bachelors degree in occupational safety, environmental health, industrial hygiene, or a related field, accompanied by at least four (4) years of related experience? Please note that candidates without a degree should have four (4) additional years of pertinent experience.

• Yes, I have a related degree and four (4) years of related experience.
• Yes, I have a total of eight (8) years of related experience, but no degree.
• No, I do not have either requirement.

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Please describe your experience managing an Environmental Health and Safety Program for a large, complex organization.

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Please describe your experience managing a Drug Free Workplace Program.

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Please describe your leadership experience as it pertains to this position.

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Do you possess and maintain a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Collier County

Address Human Resources Division

3303 East Tamiami Trail East

Naples, Florida, 34112

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/collier/default.cfm