Environmental Specialist III

Sweetwater County; Rock Springs (WY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater County is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist to promote and protect community health by inspecting establishments and water sources for compliance with health codes and standards. The role provides health education, technical guidance, and assistance to the public, businesses, and partners.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health or related field and has 1–3 years of professional experience in environmental health, laboratory science, or public

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health or closely related field.
• 1–3 years of professional experience in environmental health, laboratory science, or public health.

Responsibilities

• Inspect establishments and water sources for code compliance.
• Provide health education and technical guidance to the public, businesses, and partners.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and perform analyses as required.
• Collaborate with community partners to improve public health outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Public health knowledge

Laboratory data interpretation

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Summary

Promotes and protects individual and community health and safety by conducting inspections of various establishments and water sources to ensure compliance with applicable health codes, regulations, and standards. Provides health education, technical guidance, and assistance to the public, businesses, and community partners.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Essential functions, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), may include the following representative duties, knowledge, skills, and responsibilities. This list is not intended to be comprehensive or to include all duties performed by employees in this classification. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities or duties not specifically listed. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required.

The duties and responsibilities of this position may be modified at any time by the employer to meet organizational needs.

Knowledge And Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate and explain complex scientific and public health information to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply scientific data and information.
• Knowledge and experience in conducting bacteriological analyses of potable water, swimming pools, and spa water samples.
• Ability to safely operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication and collaboration with the public, coworkers, and community partners.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a closely related field.
• One to three years of progressively responsible professional experience in environmental health, laboratory science, public health, or a related field.

Please review the full job description for additional duties, qualifications, and requirements.

Please review the full job description for additional duties, qualifications, and requirements.