Director of Environmental Health & Safety - Kansas State University (Manhattan, KS)
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Kansas State University seeks a Director of Environmental Health & Safety
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Location: Manhattan, Kansas
The Position:
The Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the university’s EHS department, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors. This role plans, develops, and manages a comprehensive, highly technical service organization that supports research, academic, and operational programs. Reporting to the Chief Risk and Safety Officer and working closely with other units within the Division of Risk and Safety, the Director oversees programs including chemical, biological, radiation, laboratory, fire, and occupational safety; hazardous materials management; and environmental protection, while ensuring compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. The position requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six years of relevant experience, with additional relevant education potentially counting toward experience as determined by the hiring manager.
The Risk and Safety Division at Kansas State University consists of EHS, Risk Management, Emergency Management, University Police, and Physical Security departments, all cohesively working together to reduce risk and make K-State safer.
To Apply:
A confidential review of applications will begin immediately. Applications received by October 9, 2026, will be given priority consideration. Please apply online by submitting 1) a PDF version of your resume; 2) a cover letter that addresses your reasons for interest and outlines your related experience. Refer to our blog on strengthening application materials and letters of interest here.
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations:
Caitlin Hummel
585-880-7550
chummel@summitsearchsolutions.com
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Background Screening Statement: Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
Kansas State University seeks a Director of Environmental Health & Safety
Click here to view position profile: https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/K-State_Dir_EHS_Profile.pdf
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
The Position:
The Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the university’s EHS department, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for faculty, staff, students, and visitors. This role plans, develops, and manages a comprehensive, highly technical service organization that supports research, academic, and operational programs. Reporting to the Chief Risk and Safety Officer and working closely with other units within the Division of Risk and Safety, the Director oversees programs including chemical, biological, radiation, laboratory, fire, and occupational safety; hazardous materials management; and environmental protection, while ensuring compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. The position requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six years of relevant experience, with additional relevant education potentially counting toward experience as determined by the hiring manager.
The Risk and Safety Division at Kansas State University consists of EHS, Risk Management, Emergency Management, University Police, and Physical Security departments, all cohesively working together to reduce risk and make K-State safer.
To Apply:
A confidential review of applications will begin immediately. Applications received by October 9, 2026, will be given priority consideration. Please apply online by submitting 1) a PDF version of your resume; 2) a cover letter that addresses your reasons for interest and outlines your related experience. Refer to our blog on strengthening application materials and letters of interest here.
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations:
Caitlin Hummel
585-880-7550
chummel@summitsearchsolutions.com
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Background Screening Statement: Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
Institution: Kansas State University
This is a full time position
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