Environmental Health Specialist 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 (Harris County) - Traveling
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Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Job Responsibilities
You will support the Department by utilizing your expertise to fulfill the following responsibilities:
- Will be based in Harris County and serve as a floater throughout West Central Health District’s 16-county health departments to perform duties in all aspects of the program
- Provide inspection/permitting/consultation of state rules and regulations for the following facilities: Food Service, Public Swimming Pools, and Tourist Accommodations.
- Provide services within the Body Art, Wastewater Management, Well Water, Emergency
Preparedness, and other environmental health programs - Investigate all assigned health-related complaints received.
- Travel is required for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Environmental Health Specialist 1 - (Hire-in salary - $42,819.47)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion
of 27 semester hours (OR 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology,
geology, physics, etc.)
Environmental Health Specialist 2 - (Hire-in salary - $47,101.41)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion
of 27 semester hours (OR 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology,
geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Environmental
Health Specialist 1 (RCP120) OR position equivalent.
Environmental Health Specialist 3 - (Hire-in salary - $51,811.56)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (OR 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Environmental Health Specialist 2 (RCP121) OR position equivalent AND completion of the Georgia Environmental Health Training class.
Environmental Health Specialist 4 - (Hire-in salary - $58,547.06)
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion
of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology,
geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Environmental
Compliance Specialist 3 (RCP122) or position equivalent AND completion of the Georgia
Environmental Health Training class.
Environmental Health Specialist 5 - (Hire-in salary - $66,158.17)
Master's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health or related field from an accredited
college or university OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which
included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory science
(e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.). AND current registration as a Registered
Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health
Association or an equivalent recognized credentialing board AND One year of experience
as a PH Environmental Compliance Specialist 4 (RCP123) or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful Completion of the DPH (Department of Public
Health) new hire training courses titled: General EH (EPI, Emergency Preparedness, Lead,
Chemical Hazards, Vector Control, IAQ); TA/Pools/Spas and Recreational Waters; Land Use;
Food Service; Introduction to Soils; Level 2 Soils Training; Blood Borne Pathogens
certifications course; First Aid/CPR; Current and valid certification as an Inspector Level 1
and/or additional Inspector certifications obtained: Drip Emitter, Mound/Area Fill,
Commercial, Pump-ST, Pump-PS; Current Georgia Standardized Food Service
Establishment Inspection Officer; Certified Safety Manager through one of the following
360training.com, Inc., National Registry of Food Safety Professionals, National Restaurant
Association, or Prometric , Inc; Nationally recognized swimming pool operator course
through one of the following: CPO, LAFT, CPT, or AFP; Current registration as a registered
environmental health specialist or registered sanitarian by the National Environmental
Health Association (NEHA), or recognized credentialing board of a state or country having
equivalent standards of NEHA; Public Health Experience. Proof of completion is required
along with a copy of college transcripts.
Additional Information
All West Central Health District 7 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event including but not limited to: staffing a shelter, working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If you are called on to participate, you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.