Environmental Health Specialist in Training

Tuscarawas County Health Department; Dover (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuscarawas County Health Department is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist in Dover, Ohio. The successful candidate will conduct inspections and evaluations for compliance with public health regulations, assist in community health initiatives, and maintain professional skills as well as documentation. Applicants must hold a Baccalaureate Degree in environmental science or a related field, possess an active Environmental Health Specialist License, and exhibit proficiency with computer applications. A valid Ohio driver's license is also required.

Qualifications

• Graduated with a degree in environmental science or related field with required science courses.
• Possess an active Environmental Health Specialist License from the Ohio Department of Health.
• Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate compliance with public health regulations.
• Provide technical assistance and training to staff and public.
• Research public health issues and prepare summaries.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Knowledge of public health laws

Ability to investigate and evaluate compliance

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in environmental science or related field

Active Environmental Health Specialist License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database applications

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited college or university with a Baccalaureate Degree in environmental science, electronics, mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology, physical sciences, public health, or related field and have obtained at least 45 quarter units or thirty-semester units of science courses approved by the Ohio Department of Health, Environmental Health Specialist Registration.

• Possess an active Environmental Health Specialist License from the Ohio Department of Health and willingness to maintain.

• Must be computer proficient and able to work efficiently in a heavily computerized PC environment using various Microsoft Office and database applications, including web-based collaboration tools.

• Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license with good driving record.
• Must sign and abide by the agency’s nicotine-free hiring policy. Must successfully complete drug screen and background check.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects, investigates, and evaluates compliance with rules and regulations, and documents work in various electronic systems in the following program areas: food protection, swimming pools and spas, schools, tattoo and body art, solid and infectious waste, nuisance control, vector control, lead hazard reduction, animal bites, private water systems, household sewage treatment systems, and other environmental areas as needed.
• Works with Environmental Health Specialists of a higher classification to enforce public health laws and rules, and provide technical assistance and training to other staff, employees, and the public.
• Works with community and neighborhood groups to identify and mitigate public health hazards in the community.
• Participates in various workgroups and committees.
• Researches public health issues and prepares written recommendations and summaries.
• Maintains documentation per department policy.
• Responds to public health emergencies.
• Maintains credentials, skills, and training in the practice of environmental health science and technology.
• Other duties as assigned.