Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Country Club Hills, IL

An Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is a professional who focuses on identifying and eliminating risks in the workplace. They work in a wide range of sectors, especially in industries like manufacturing, construction, and healthcare that involve substantial physical activities. They are responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with environmental policies and laws to prevent accidents and protect the health of employees and the environment. This involves conducting regular inspections and audits, implementing safety training programs, and maintaining documentation of all environmental health and safety-related activities.

Key skills required for this role include a strong understanding of environmental regulations, excellent communication and analytical skills, and the ability to handle emergency situations. They must also possess certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), depending on the specific industry requirements. Relevant Bachelor's degrees in Environmental Health, Safety Engineering, or Occupational Health are often required. Prior to becoming an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, individuals might have roles such as Safety Coordinator, Environmental Technician, or Health and Safety Advisor.

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Public Safety Officer-Full Time Rotating

  • Palos Heights, IL (7 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (7 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Description The Officer reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all...

Campus Safety Officer

  • Romeoville, IL (19 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (19 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Position Title: Campus Safety Officer Job Description: POSITION TITLE: Campus Safety Officer STATUS: Part time DEPARTMENT: Campus Police DIVISION: Administrative Services CLASSIFICATION:...

Safety Coordinator, EHS - 2779-3669

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 10 days ago

The EHS Coordinator will assist with a variety of environmental, safety and industrial hygiene training, programs, auditing, reporting, projects and monitoring....

Site EHS Manager, ORD5

  • Matteson, IL (4 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Matteson, IL (4 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 10 days ago

One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to...

CDL Driver - Traveling Occupational Health Specialist

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 16 days ago

CDL Traveling Occupational Health Technician (If you have a partner, ask us about Team Opportunities!) GENEROUS FLAT RATE PER DIEM = $175 PER DAY or up to $60,000 annually! HOTEL REIMBURSEMENT FOR...

EHS Manager

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Lead environmental compliance efforts, including air, water, and waste management programs. Provide training to employees on workplace safety, hazardous materials handling, and emergency response....

Public Safety Officer I - Armed (Full Time, 2nd Shift)

  • Oak Lawn, IL (10 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (10 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling! ***$5,000 Sign-On Bonus now offered for External Hires through June 2025. Will be paid out in two installments50% at 90 days and the remaining 50% after 6...

Occupational Safety Officer

  • Oak Park, IL (22 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (22 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Hygiene Chemical Monitoring, i.e....

Site EHS Manager

  • Country Club Hills, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Country Club Hills, IL
  • 30+ days ago

One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to...

Safety Consultant

  • Downers Grove, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Department: 11646 Support Operations Division - Facilities: Corp Safety Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 1st shift M-F It's...

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Employee Type: Full time Location: IL Chicago Job Type: Environmental Health & Safety Job Posting Title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist About Us : TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading...

Public Safety Officer I - Armed

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Department: 11926 Advocate Trinity Hospital - Public Safety Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Various Shifts It's More Than a Job,...

Plant EHS Manager

  • Frankfort, IL (8 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Frankfort, IL (8 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview The EHS Manager reports directly to the Plant Manager at the facility and be responsible for providing focus, definition, and technical expertise for the development of a proactive...

Area EHS Coordinator

  • Bedford Park, IL (12 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bedford Park, IL (12 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Education: A bachelor’s degree in environmental science/science discipline, industrial hygiene, chemistry, or a related field is required. 2....

Public Safety Officer I - Armed (Full Time, 1st Shift)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Country Club Hills, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling! ***$5,000 Sign-On Bonus now offered for External Hires through December 2024. Will be paid out in two installments50% at 90 days and the remaining 50% after 6...

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Country Club Hills, IL

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Country Club Hills, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.7%
Master's Degree
27.4%
Associate's Degree
6.1%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.5%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Country Club Hills, IL
1-2 years
23.8%
2-4 years
19.0%
4-6 years
19.0%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
None
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%


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