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Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

The EHS Specialist provides strategic and operational support to business partners of the various departments at Universal Studios Hollywood and CityWalk in pursuit of continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs and the growth of a business-wide safety culture. This position champions our core value of "Making Safety a Priority" by leading initiatives that proactively identify and mitigate risks, support regulatory compliance, and foster engagement across all lines of business. The EHS Specialist leverages technology and data-driven insights to enhance performance, conducts incident investigations and recommends corrective actions, performs risk assessments and provides training, and partners with teams to implement preventive action plans. Through collaboration and leadership, this role drives continuous improvement and ensures a safe, sustainable, and compliant workplace aligned with company goals and values.

Essential Functions

• Evaluate and mitigate EHS risks - Conduct proactive risk assessments using data-driven tools and recommend preventive and corrective measures in collaboration with the EHS team and operational leadership.
• Effective Safety Communication - Maintain transparent and timely communication with management, team members and peers regarding EHS program implementation, hazard identification, trends and progress against goals. Utilize digital dashboards, reports, and safety postings to enhance engagement.
• Lead Incident Response and Investigations:Take the lead during investigations of incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, partnering with team members and area management to identify root causes and put achievable and sustainable corrective actions in place. Fill the role of safety officer during large-scale incident response.
• Ensure compliance and continuous improvement - Drive completion of inspections and training.
• Champion Change Management - Anticipate and review operational changes to identify new EHS impacts and implement risk-reduction and compliance strategies.
• Facilitate Training & Engagement - Deliver engaging safety training sessions on a variety of EHS topics, leveraging technology and interactive methods to build a strong safety culture
• Respond to Safety Concerns:Act promptly on issues reported through the Safety Hotline or concern reporting systems, ensuring timely resolution and communication.
• Lead Safety Committees and Projects: Drive cross-functional working groups and special projects focused on hazard control, emerging risks, and continuous improvement initiatives

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $68,640- $80,000

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience: 3-5 years of professional experience in Environmental, Health & Safety or Occupational Health and Safety; experience in high-volume or complex operations strongly preferred.
• Work Schedule: Flexibility to work varied schedules in support of a 24/7, year-round operation.
• Industry Background: Experience in entertainment, hospitality, or theme park environments highly desired.
• Technical & Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret regulatory requirements, technical standards, and industry best practices; proficiency in using management systems (i.e., Benchmark, Intelex, SharePoint) to analyze data and apply insights to improve safety performance.
• Written Communication: Strong ability to prepare reports, procedures, and business correspondence with clarity and accuracy.
• Presentation & Facilitation: Ability to deliver clear, engaging presentations and facilitate interactive safety training sessions for diverse audiences, including leadership teams and frontline employees.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CIH, OHST (or equivalent) preferred; ISO 45001 or ISO 14001 auditor credentials a plus.
• Technology Skills: Familiarity with EHS management systems, digital reporting tools, and data analytics platforms preferred.
• Sustainability Knowledge: Understanding of environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives is a plus.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.