Posting Number PG193297EP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Associate Vice Chancellor for Environmental Health and Public Safety
Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with credentials and experience
Work Schedule Full-time, Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional work outside of normal business hours as needed
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Environmental Health and Public Safety (EHPS)
About the Department
NC State University, a leading public research (R1) land-grant university, is the largest university in the state of North Carolina and home to more than 38,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and over 9,000 faculty and staff. Twelve colleges comprise NC State, with academics and research spanning a variety of disciplines including engineering, agriculture, sciences, business, textiles, humanities and veterinary medicine. In Raleigh, NC State operates a 2,200-acre, 450 building main campus which includes a Pulstar nuclear research reactor; and also operates Centennial Campus and Centennial Biomedical Campus which cover 1,300 acres and are home to environmentally sensitive, mixed-use developments inclusive of corporate, industrial and government partners working alongside university research and academic units – including a veterinary hospital with 24/7 emergency care. Additionally, NC State operates agricultural farms, research stations, nurseries and greenhouses, a research forest, and research and extension facilities throughout the state of North Carolina, with a presence in all 100 counties. In total, NC State operates nearly 1,200 buildings on more than 100,000 acres across the state.
As a preeminent public research university, NC State is recognized nationally and internationally for its innovation in education, research, scholarship and engagement that solves the world’s most critical challenges. NC State’s research enterprise leads in big data, biomedical engineering, materials science, food safety, translational medicine and more; ranking 6th in research expenditures among public institutions without a medical school. NC State strives to be an “Employer of Choice” within a competitive region and was recognized by Forbes as a top large employer in North Carolina. The university’s dynamic and inclusive workplace culture depends on engaged, service-oriented employees and a vibrant, collaborative workplace experience.
The Division of Environmental Health and Public Safety (EHPS) leads prevention, safety and security, emergency management and transportation operations across the university, working with all university units and external partners to address risks and to promote preparedness and safety across the NC State community. The division manages safety protocols, inspections and training for safe and compliant receipt, use and disposal of biochemical materials, hazardous materials and radioactive materials; and oversees implementation of a Broad Scope License for use of radioactive material and x-ray equipment at a veterinary hospital and PULSTAR nuclear reactor. The division manages a sworn police force of 60 officers accredited by three agencies, 911 call center and emergency response teams (fire and life safety). Emergency preparedness, crisis management and large campus events are managed by the division, as are on-campus road closures and detours, bus lines serving more than 20,000 passengers per day, parking permits and 20,000 parking spaces including nine parking decks. Violence prevention and threat management, and protocols and compliance requirements for minors on campus programs, are managed by the division. Additionally, the division manages an integrated network of security technologies, such as video, door access, security stanchions and alert alarms; and facilitates the university’s Security Master Plan. Six departments comprise the EHPS division, employing 200 professionals responsible for environmental health services, public safety and transportation operations at NC State:
Essential Job DutiesThe Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) for Environmental Health and Public Safety serves as the chief safety and security officer for NC State University, and is responsible for providing strategic, collaborative and compliant leadership across environmental health services, public safety and transportation operations at NC State.
Strategy and Leadership
Oversight of Environmental Health Services, Public Safety and Transportation Operations
Collaboration, Engagement and Compliance
Managerial and Supervisory Responsibilities
Other Responsibilities
Minimum Education and Experience
Requires a relevant post-baccalaureate degree with a minimum of five (5) years or greater of related professional experience, or a relevant undergraduate degree and a minimum of ten (10) or greater of relevant experience may be substituted for the advanced degree. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following qualities and experience:
Preferred Qualifications
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required No
Commercial Driver's License required No
Job Open Date 03/20/2024
Anticipated Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
General inquiries and nominations can be sent directly to NC State’s Executive Search Services: Director, Justin Lang, at (919) 513-1963 or jdlang2@ncsu.edu.
Candidates should provide a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval of candidates.
Position Number 00007231
Position Type SAAO Tier II
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal Emergencies
Department ID 426301 - EHPS - Env Health & Safety
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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