Senior Environmental Health And Safety Manager

The Senior EHS Manager will work with communities across the country. As the Senior EHS Safety Manager, you will assist the communities in identifying, developing, and implementing portfolio wide safety strategies, programs, and practices. You will employ best-in-class strategies to mitigate risk, reduce the frequency and severity of injuries to guests, employees, residents, third parties and assure compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Experience is Everything:

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you'll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promise define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You'll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of the seniors.

The Role:

PRIMARY DUTIES (80%):

• Establish a sustainable EHS system at each community

• Identify unsafe behaviors and unsafe conditions in the workplace.

• Perform audits to ensure best practices are in place and adhered to in daily operations.

• Act as a liaison and professional resource to operations management for risk and safety related matters

• Provide training and education to reduce workplace hazards and exposures.

• Assist in the development and implementation of accident prevention strategies for safety and injury prevention programs with the goal of reducing accidents and workers' compensation claim expenses.

• Respond to compliance matters related to OSHA citations and other regulatory matters related to safety and risk matters

PROJECT MANAGEMENT SAFETY (10%):

• Oversee the completion of electrical safety projects across the LCS portfolio. These projects entail NFPA 72 arc flash requirements including the arc flash analysis and the infrared scanning of electrical panels and equipment.

• Oversee the completion of machine specific lockout/tagout procedure development projects across the LCS portfolio

• Collaborate with the LCS Development division on safety related issues to encourage to facilitate them being incorporated into new projects

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & LIFE SAFETY (10%):

• Maintain the LCS Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan template to meet current CMS regulatory requirements

• Assist with hurricane preparedness activities at communities with primary responsibility. Assist with hurricane preparedness, response and recovery calls across the LCS portfolio

• Review disaster preparedness manuals and Life Safety inspections at communities

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Occupational Safety and Health, Safety Management or related field from a regionally accredited college/university

• Minimum of 8+ years of progressive safety and health experience in corporate, healthcare, hospitality, insurance, or related environments.

• Hold the Certified Safety Professional designation (CSP).

• Experience with developing, implementing, preparing for, and leading disaster mitigation policies

• Preferred: Resident of Florida

Knowledge and skills:

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA Regulations.

• Strong working knowledge of NFPA, DOT and Life Safety regulations.

• Working knowledge of workers' compensation principals and proven results of improving workers' compensation losses within an organization.

• Capable of delivering measurable results through a position of influence

• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.

• Demonstrated ability to interact and manage at all levels of the organization

• Previous EHS responsibilities at multi-site locations.

Why LCS?

Industry leader. The Nation's third-largest senior living operator ranked number one in customer satisfaction among senior living communities.

Inclusive and collaborative culture. We're dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion and have an engaged Diversity and Inclusion Council focused on creating awareness and educating employees on inclusivity. In addition, LCS creates a collaborative culture that provides an exceptional experience for every employee.

Top Workplace USA: LCS has earned the 2023 Top Workplaces USA award and is recognized for our strong company culture and engaged workforce. In addition, LCS earned ten culture excellence awards in areas such as DE&I practices, top managers, professional development, and clued-in leaders, to name a few.

Top Workplace Iowa: LCS employees truly believe we are an employer choice. This recognition, for 4 years running, is in large part due to the culture of excellence that our employees help deliver every single day.

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(k) with company match and paid parental leave.

Charity and community involvement. We are recognized as a national team for the Alzheimer's Association and consistently a top contributor to United Way. We also support our employee's individual community contributions and provide opportunities to get involved at our corporate locations and in our communities.

Outstanding advancement opportunities. LCS is growing and we think you should too. Our company growth allows for internal growth opportunities across all of our business lines.

Ongoing career development. Onsite education opportunities, education assistance, and continuing education credits allow LCS employees to keep their knowledge of current industry changes relevant.

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You'll see this commitment in our people. They're talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty, and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed-strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and creating lasting value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: www.lcsnet.com

Travel Frequency: 26-50%

Job Level: C

Estimated Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES, IS REQUIRED

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER