Con Edison

Sr Specialist, EH&S Programs

Con Edison  •  New York City, NY (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Senior Specialist to lead the administration and compliance of our asbestos training program. In this critical role, you will ensure all training activities meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, while supporting a safe, qualified, and compliant workforce across the organization. Youll serve as a key connector between internal teams, training providers, and regulatory agenciesdriving seamless program execution, audit readiness, and continuous improvement.

This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Core Responsibilities

  • Oversee end-to-end coordination of the asbestos training program, ensuring alignment with all regulatory requirements and company standards.
  • Schedule and manage training sessions, partnering with external vendors, instructors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.
  • Maintain accurate training records and ensure timely submission of required applications, certifications, abstracts, and documentation to the applicable regulatory agencies (New York State Department of Labor & New York City Department of Environmental Protection).
  • Administer and maintain training data within the companys training system [AM1.1], ensuring integrity, accuracy, and accessibility.
  • Issue and track employee certifications and qualifications, always ensuring workforce readiness and compliance.
  • Prepare documentation and support internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
  • Act as a trusted liaison across field teams, leadership, training providers, and regulatory bodies to support program effectiveness.
  • Perform contractor oversight of the training providers and ensure adherence with program specifications.
  • Assume the role of Director for company administered asbestos training courses, governed by the New York State Department of Health.
  • Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Required Education/Experience

  • High School Diploma/GED and 7 years of relevant work experience or
  • Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related work experience or
  • Master's Degree and 3 years of related work experience

Preferred Education/Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or Business Administration (BBA) and 5 years of related work experience including thorough understanding of asbestos related regulation & training requirements for NYS & NYC.
  • Master's Degree in Environmental Science or Business Administration (BBA) and 3 years of related work experience including thorough understanding of asbestos related regulation & training requirements for NYS & NYC.

Relevant Work Experience

  • Demonstrated high energy level, flexibility and the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments while working under aggressive timelines, required.
  • Demonstrated professional demeanor, confidence dealing with all levels of management/union personnel, and the ability to work with sensitive and confidential information, required.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and/or an ability to quickly become proficient with software and systems including Microsoft Office, Power BI, IBM Maximo, CRS, and RCRA info e-Manifest, required.
  • Current or former asbestos accreditation (handler, supervisor project monitor), preferred.
  • Working experience in an accredited training program, preferred.
  • Experience working for a regulatory agency with oversight of asbestos, preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EH&S regulations, preferred.

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in a regulated environment
  • Demonstrated analytical skills
  • Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
  • Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
  • Ability to lead/manage others
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.

Licenses and Certifications

  • Driver's License Required

Physical Demands

  • Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
  • Ability to read small print and symbols

Additional Physical Demands

  • The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Mission Statement:


Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.

Benefits:


We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:


  • Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) with robust matching
  • Employer paid Pension Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
  • State of the art Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
  • Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
  • Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
  • Employee discount program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
  • Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits


*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.

Con Edison

About Con Edison

We provide power to more than 10 million people and businesses across NYC and Westchester. Reliability and accessibility are central to what we do and how we provide energy service. Leading the industry to power tomorrow is our other focus- we are committed to aggressively transitioning away from fossil fuels to a net-zero economy by 2050. To help achieve this we collaborate with customers, regulators, policymakers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure our clean energy future is informed by principles of affordability, equity, and environmental justice. We’re also heavily investing in new technologies and the infrastructure that can get us there.

What are a few things we have achieved so far?

• Since 2009, our energy efficiency programs have prevented 11 million metric tons of carbon emissions – the same amount it would take to power 1.4 million homes for a year

• Recently, we’ve embarked on an 8-year project to make our systems more resilient in the face of extreme weather events

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
coned.com
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