Environmental Health Programs Lead

Purchase District Health Department; Kentucky; On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Purchase District Health Department seeks a qualified supervisor to lead a staff of environmental health professionals in a comprehensive environmental health program. The role carries considerable responsibility and requires strong leadership to ensure high-quality public health service delivery.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree with an environmental health minor or 24 semester hours in environmental health or related science, plus four years in the environmental field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with environmental health focus or 24 semester hours in environmental health/biological or physical science; or registration as Kentucky Environmental Specialist/Sanitarian under KRS 223.
• Four (4) years of experience in the environmental field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must become registered under KRS 223 to remain employed per regulations.
• Annual continuing education is required after employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a staff of environmental health professionals in a comprehensive environmental health program.
• Oversee personnel functions including performance appraisals, leave approvals, and training.
• Manage environmental health activities requiring expertise and provide guidance on disciplinary actions when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree with environmental health focus (or 24 credits in environmental health/related science)

Job description

Purchase District Health Department seeks a qualified supervisor to lead a staff of environmental health professionals in a comprehensive environmental health program. The role carries considerable responsibility and requires strong leadership to ensure high-quality public health service delivery.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree with an environmental health minor or 24 semester hours in environmental health or related science, plus four years in the environmental field.