ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AIDE III (Part-Time Contractual)

State of Maryland; Columbia, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Maryland, Howard County Health Department, is seeking an Environmental Health Aide to support the Community Hygiene Program in Columbia. The role collects water samples from drinking water wells in Howard County and helps prevent disease transmission through environmental factors.

This contractual, part-time position up to 18 hours per week includes sampling, paperwork, reporting, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Three years of experience in sanitation or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• 90% Water sampling of drinking water wells in Howard County; collects samples and completes tracking paperwork per lab requirements.
• 10% Other duties including timely submittal of activity reports, administrative paperwork, and customer service to Health Department customers.

Skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Introduction

This position is contractual, part-time up to 18 hours a week.

GRADE

ASTD 8

LOCATION OF POSITION

Howard County Health Department
8930 Stanford Boulevard
Columbia, MD 21045

Main Purpose of Job

This position’s main purpose is to function as an Environmental Health Aide in the Howard County Health Department, Bureau of Environmental Health, a regulatory agency charged with responsibility for prevention of disease transmission through environmental factors. This position serves that mission by collecting water samples from drinking water wells in Howard County. This position is assigned to the Community Hygiene Program.

POSITION DUTIES

• 90% Water Sample Collection Performs water sampling of drinking water wells in Howard County. Visits properties that schedule water sampling through the program as instructed and/or determine the proper sampling location (as needed). Collects samples and completes tracking paperwork according to sampling lab requirements, program policy and procedures, and best practices. Maintains a water sampler certification for the state of Maryland.
• 10% Other Duties as Assigned Other duties as required, including but not limited to timely submittal of all activity reports and administrative paperwork, and providing good customer service to all Health Department customers. Possesses a broad understanding of HCHD services and can refer to other programs. Participates in necessary drills and exercises, responds to emergencies as appropriate, keeps abreast of policies and procedures in the program, bureau and department, and completes all required trainings. Participates in quality improvement efforts within the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: Three years of experience in sanitation or closely related field.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute education at an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Environmental Engineering classifications or Environmental Engineering specialty codes in the Engineering and Natural Resources field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of a Maryland Water Sampler Certification or meet the requirements to obtain this certification.
• Experience with water systems and water treatment systems.
• Experience with communication and customer service, with a commitment to providing a positive client experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Detail oriented.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

• Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
• Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.