EH Specialist 4 - Chatham

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist to plan and coordinate environmental health programs within the Coastal Health District. The role involves technical interpretation of health laws, conducting inspections, and contributing to enforcement actions as needed.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a diverse team, readiness for public health emergencies, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 27 semester or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics).
• One year of experience at the lower level PH Envir Compl Specialist 3 or equivalent position is required.
• Preferred qualifications: technical specialist in on-site wastewater, food safety, toxic chemical, etc.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates environmental health programs for the assigned area.
• Provides technical assistance, regulatory interpretation of environmental health laws, training and advocacy to the public, associates, and regulated community.
• Plans and conducts inspections and audits of assigned facilities/sites for compliance with applicable health codes.
• Reviews and/or prepares applications, permits and reports of a highly technical nature.
• Initiates, negotiates, and implements public health enforcement actions as appropriate.
• Conducts health related complaint or injury investigations as necessary.
• Responds to public health emergencies and episodes, and/or conducts health.

Skills

Environmental health

Public health

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in lab sciences

Job description

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
• Work witha 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

Work as a member of an Environmental Health team to provide Environmental Health assessment and evaluation as a part of a County Public Health Department. Evaluate programs and facilities for compliance with environmental laws, rules, and regulations. Recommends monitoring and enforcement/corrective actions.

Depends on Qualifications-Starting minimum salary-$58,547.00,

All Coastal Health District, County Health Department employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Dispensing site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

1. Plans and coordinates environmental health programs for the assigned area.
2. Provides technical assistance, regulatory interpretation of environmental health laws, training and advocacy to the public, associates, and regulated community.
3. Plans and conducts inspections and audits of assigned facilities/sites for compliance with applicable health codes.
4. Reviews and/or prepares applications, permits and reports of a highly technical nature.
5. Initiates, negotiates, and implements public health enforcement actions as appropriate.
6. Conducts health related complaint or injury investigations as necessary.
7. Responds to public health emergencies and episodes, and/or conducts health

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) and one (1) year of experience at the lower level PH Envir Compl Specialist 3 (RCP122) or equivalent position Preferred qualifications: technical specialist in on-site wastewater, food safety, toxic chemical, etc. Minimum of 2 years experience as EHS 3, completion of IC S 300For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit http://team.georgia.gov/

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package-Educational Support Leave and 3 weeks each accrued Annual and Sick Leave
• Defined Benefit retirement plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)

Additional Perks

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Tuition Assistance

To learn more about the Coastal Health District visit - https://coastalhealthdistrict.org

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted via email 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.

Coastal Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), notify this agency of your request by the closing date of this announcement.

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following

• Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting
• Reference Checks & Immunizations Required
• May be subject to pre-employment drug screen