Laboratory Health and Safety Lead Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT)

Laboratory Health and Safety Lead

ICF is seeking a Laboratory Health and Safety Lead to support an EPA contract Environmental Services Assistance Team (ESAT) in Denver CO location is a federal government lab.

The team performs soil water air waste and biota sampling and analysis for chemical contaminants primarily supporting Superfund site assessment remediation and emergency response but also for compliance under the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Clean Water Act. Additional support provided by the team includes field sampling and analysis biological support risk assessment sample receipt and tracking maintenance and monitoring of laboratory support equipment chemical and supply inventory environmental compliance activities warehouse support and analytical subcontracting.

Job Description

The Laboratory Health and Safety Lead will be responsible for developing implementing and managing comprehensive environmental health and safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations including those from the EPA and OSHA. This role is critical for safeguarding personnel protecting the environment and preventing disruptions to government operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Management : Develop administer and update EHS programs policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to chemical safety biological safety hazardous waste and emergency response.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure the laboratory adheres to all applicable regulations (e.g. OSHA EPA DOT) and maintain necessary facility permits licenses and documentation for audits and inspections.
• Risk Assessment and Incident Investigation : Conduct routine safety audits and inspections to identify potential hazards (chemical physical biological ergonomic fire etc.) recommend corrective actions and investigate any incidents accidents or near-misses to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Training and Education : Design develop and deliver required safety training programs to laboratory personnel principal investigators and staff promoting a strong safety culture and awareness.
• Hazardous Materials and Waste Management : Oversee the safe procurement handling storage and disposal of hazardous universal and biological waste coordinating with disposal contractors and maintaining proper documentation.
• Emergency Response : Coordinate emergency response plans lead the emergency response team (which may include 24 / 7 on-call availability) and conduct regular drills in coordination with local emergency responders.
• Equipment Oversight : Coordinate the testing certification maintenance and repair of safety equipment and engineering controls like fume hoods safety showers eyewashes and biological safety cabinets.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

#ESAT

#Indeed

#LI-CC1

#ESATREG8

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.

We can only solve the worlds toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer . Together our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available including but not limited to for disabled veterans individuals with disabilities and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplacediscriminationrigh t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted . This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is :

$73403.00 - $124784.00

Colorado Client Office (CO88)

Key Skills

Fire Protection,Graphic Designing,Academics,Apparel Merchandising,Adobe Flash,Client Services

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 73403 - 124784