EH Specialist 5-Chatham

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Georgia Department of Public Health Coastal Health District is seeking an Environmental Health Supervisor to conduct inspections and audits of assigned facilities for health code compliance, prepare permits and reports, and lead EH staff in a collaborative team.

Under minimal supervision, you will interpret regulations, respond to complaints, manage program activities, and help advance public health through enforcement actions and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with required lab science hours and active EH registration.
• One year of relevant professional EH experience.
• Ability to supervise and develop EH staff.
• Knowledge of environmental health laws and enforcement actions.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates environmental health programs and supervises staff.
• Inspects and audits facilities for health code compliance.
• Reviews applications, permits and technical reports.
• Initiates, negotiates, and enforces public health actions as appropriate.
• Responds to complaints and health hazards; conducts investigations.
• Provides regulatory interpretation and training to staff and public.
• May oversee grants and contractor activities; handles data management.
• Keeps up to date with policies and trends in environmental health.

Skills

Regulatory interpretation

Supervisory experience

Inspecting and auditing

Lead role

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in laboratory science (27 sem hours / 40 quarter hours)

Current Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian

One year of PH Environmental Health Specialist experience

Tools

NIMS IC 100/200/300/400/700/800

EH software knowledge

Job description

Under minimal supervision, conducts inspections and audits of assigned facilities/sites for compliance with applicable health codes for County Health Department. Reviews and/or prepares applications, permits and technical reports. Investigates and responds to complaints of potential health hazards and requests for service. Serves in a lead role, supervises and plan work of assigned EH staff.

Depends on qualifications-Starting minimum salary-$66,158.17

• Plans and coordinates environmental health programs for the assigned area and serves in a lead role supervising and managing assigned staff.
• Provides technical assistance, regulatory interpretation of environmental health laws, training and advocacy to the public, associates, and the 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 and injury investigations as necessary.
• Responds to environmental health emergencies and episodes, and/or conducts health and safety evaluations.
• Has knowledge of EH Emergency Response plan and ESF 8 responsibilities; and Incident Command Structure.
• May administer local, state, and federal grants, permit funds and provides contractor oversight, as needed.
• Conducts administrative duties including training, data management, general correspondence, and equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of area specific software.
• Coordinates and implements comprehensive injury prevention and safety programs as needed.
• Manages human resource and employee relations functions.
• Maintains knowledge of current policies, laws, trends, and developments in the field and applies pertinent new knowledge to performance responsibilities.

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 (1) year of experience as a PH Envir Compl Specialist 4 (RCP123) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Generalized experience implementing core environmental health programs in a county health department.
• Completion of a master’s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or related field.
• Completion of Managers or Leadership training program.
• Completion of NIMS IC 100, 200, 300/400, 700, 800.
• Certification as a Food Safety Manager (CFSM).
• Holds a current Georgia Level II Inspector Certification for the On-Site Sewage Management Program.
• Certification as a Pool Operator (CPO).

*Note: Internal CHD applicants should have overall score of 3 or higher on two most recent performance evaluations (PMFs), no disciplinary actions over the previous 12 months, and minimum combined leave balance.

For 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.

Background checks and screening

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