Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Oak Park, 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 (16 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (16 miles from Oak Park, 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...

Regional EHS Manager - Central Region

  • Glendale Heights, IL (13 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (13 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Sciences, engineering (electrical, mechanical or engineering technology), or related field....

Campus Safety Officer

  • Romeoville, IL (23 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL (23 miles from Oak Park, 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 (7 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (7 miles from Oak Park, 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....

EHS Specialist

  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 10 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - High school or equivalent - Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910 - A minimum of 1 year in an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) related field OR; A Bachelors...

CDL Driver - Traveling Occupational Health Specialist

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, 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...

Health & Safety Specialist

  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Associates or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Environmental Science or Engineering preferred, High School Diploma or equivalent is required Physical Requirements: Availability to travel...

EHS Manager

  • Chicago, IL (7 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (7 miles from Oak Park, 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 (12 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (12 miles from Oak Park, 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
  • 27 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL
  • 27 days ago

Hygiene Chemical Monitoring, i.e....

Site EHS Manager

  • Country Club Hills, IL (22 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Country Club Hills, IL (22 miles from Oak Park, 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 (13 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (13 miles from Oak Park, 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...

EHS Specialist

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Prevention Control & Countermeasures, and other environmental plans as needed Review plans and specifications for construction and installation of new machinery or equipment to ensure all safety requirements...

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

  • Chicago, IL (7 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (7 miles from Oak Park, 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...

Safety Consultant (Bilingual) - R_286479-6153

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Oak Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

at Marsh & McLennan Cos in Schaumburg, Illinois, United States Job Description About Marsh McLennan Agency Midwest Marsh McLennan Agency's Midwest Region is a full-service brokerage providing...

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Oak Park, IL

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Oak Park, 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 Oak Park, 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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