Environmental Health Inspector – Glynn County (EHS I/II)

Georgia Department of Public Health; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 Paid Holidays

Generous Leave Package

Defined Benefit retirement plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Legal Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health, Coastal Health District, is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist to perform inspections, interviews, and technical reviews in Glynn County. You will enforce environmental health laws, assess facilities, and advise on corrective actions to protect public health.

This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, paid holidays, generous leave, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field including 27 semester hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.).
• Bachelor's degree plus 1 year of experience at the lower EHS level or equivalent for higher grade.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections, interviews and technical reviews and recommends enforcement actions as needed.
• Investigates complaints and provides environmental health education and technical assistance to the public and officials.
• Interprets regulatory and analytical data to document compliance with environmental laws.
• Implements county-wide programs for compliance, monitoring, enforcement and corrective action.
• Acts as compliance officer and liaison between Public Health and facilities, municipalities, and state agencies.
• Prepares sampling plans and collects samples per established procedures.
• Plans and conducts audits and inspections of business facilities and residences.
• Reviews permit applications and drafts/issues permits per rules and procedures.
• Reviews permit requirements to ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
• Assists with Emergency Preparedness and response.
• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Education

EHS 1

EHS 2

Job description

The Georgia Department of Public Health, Coastal Health District, is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist to perform inspections, interviews, and technical reviews in Glynn County. You will enforce environmental health laws, assess facilities, and advise on corrective actions to protect public health.

This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, paid holidays, generous leave, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative team environment.