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Director, Environmental Health and Safety & Emergency Management
University Of Washington School Of Public Health
Location : Seattle, WA, 98104
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $142,991.00 - $214,487.00
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
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Director, Environmental Health and Safety & Emergency Management - Seattle Children’s (Job)
Description:
This position oversees the department of Environment Health and Safety (EHS), and Emergency Management to ensure compliance and implementation of health and safety programs for all employees, staff, and others (the workforce) across the Seattle Children’s Enterprise. Under the direction of the Vice President, Facilities and Capital Projects collaborate and consults with Risk Management, Workforce Health & Safety, Infection Prevention and Control, Facilities Management, and Patient Safety Departments. This position interfaces with external State government agencies such as Washington Labor & Industries and Ecology, Washington State Fire Marshall, Seattle Fire Department, and leads in the NIAHO® Accreditation Requirements for the Physical Environment for compliance as well as other programs such as hearing conservation, ergonomics and respiratory protection to maintain a safe environment for staff, patients and families.
The position champions a culture of safety and excellence by collaborating with the Quality and Safety team to share and implement best practices throughout Seattle Children’s. The director collaborates with organizational leaders to achieve the mission and goals of the employee health and safety program and utilizes methodologies such as the IHI Model for Improvement and Continuous Innovation and Improvement (CII) to drive excellence in clinical care and service.
Skills/Eligibility:
Required Education and Experience
Master’s degree and/or equivalent combination of Bachelor’s degree and experience.
Minimum 10 years of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and/or Emergency Management
Minimum of five (5) years management and/or administrative experience in a hospital or health care setting.
Preferred
Advanced coursework with emphasis in Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety, or related field.
Certification in Healthcare Environmental Health and Safety.
Experience working with the DNV, CMS, Washington L&I, The Joint Commission (TJC), OSHA, and other regulatory & professional standards agencies.
Experience in pediatrics and/or an academic medical setting.
Familiar with the IHI Model for Improvement and Continuous Innovation and Improvement (CII) methodology.
Freqently Asked Questions
In Seattle, this director role centers on integrating environmental health protocols with emergency readiness, requiring close collaboration with local agencies like the Seattle Fire Department. Daily tasks balance compliance monitoring, staff safety training, and strategic emergency planning tailored to healthcare environments.
Specialized knowledge in hospital and pediatric healthcare safety standards distinguishes these directors. Proficiency in navigating complex regulations from bodies like OSHA, Washington L&I, and Joint Commission, combined with leadership in emergency preparedness, defines their unique skill set.
Advancement often leads to executive roles overseeing broader risk management or facility operations. The blend of healthcare compliance mastery and emergency management expertise opens doors to strategic leadership positions within hospital systems or public health organizations.
The university's focus on public health research and education demands a proactive safety culture champion. This role requires aligning emergency management with academic environments, supporting innovation while ensuring compliance with state and federal health regulations.
Collaboration with Seattle Children’s enhances the position’s scope, emphasizing pediatric safety and infection control. The role involves integrating best practices from both entities to drive continuous improvement in employee and patient safety across facilities.
Salaries typically range between $120,000 and $160,000 annually in Seattle’s healthcare sector, reflecting the role’s seniority, required certifications, and specialized expertise in emergency and environmental health management.
Certifications like Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) are highly valued. Familiarity with Washington State labor laws and accreditation standards such as NIAHO® is also critical for compliance.
Directors must navigate stringent local regulations, diverse patient populations, and coordination with multiple agencies including Seattle Fire and Washington Ecology. Balancing rapid response readiness with everyday safety compliance presents ongoing challenges.
Seattle’s demand for experienced EHS directors is robust due to its growing healthcare infrastructure and regulatory complexity. Candidates with pediatric healthcare experience and strong emergency management backgrounds tend to stand out.
Seattle’s traffic patterns and public transit options can impact daily commutes. Proximity to key hospital and university campuses, along with flexible scheduling considerations, often influence job attractiveness for senior safety professionals.
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