PH Envir Compl Specialist 1 or 2

Georgia Department of Public Health; Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional impact

Workplace flexibility

Diverse team

Career longevity

Hands-on culture

Pride in work

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health seeks an Environmental Health Specialist in Jasper, GA to support the mission of protecting lives and promoting healthy lifestyles across communities. You will evaluate facilities for regulatory compliance, respond to health emergencies, and handle inspections across multiple program areas.

Requires degrees with laboratory science coursework and relevant experience; preferred candidates have additional certifications and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• EHS1 requires a Bachelor's with 27 sem hrs in lab sciences (biology, environmental science, chemistry, geology, physics).
• EHS2 requires a Bachelor's with 27 sem hrs or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences plus one year of relevant experience.
• Note: Any agency-specified certification/training may count toward experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate facilities and properties for compliance with Georgia Environmental Health Regulations.
• Work in On-Site Sewage Management Systems, Animal Bite Investigations, Food Service Establishments, Public Swimming Pools, Tourist Accommodations, Body Art Studios.
• Respond to public health emergencies as requested; participate in emergency functions.
• Responds to Environmental Health complaints.
• Drive a personal or company vehicle for work daily.
• Position has physical demands and may include year-round indoor/outdoor work; lifting 25–40 lbs occasionally.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree with 27 semester hours in laboratory sciences or 40 quarter hours

One year of experience at the lower level PH Envir Compl Specialist 1

Job description

Who we are

We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

Benefits

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play


• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents


• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths


• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career


• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role


• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

As a PH Environmental Health Specialist within the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Location: Pickens County Environmental Health Dept.- Jasper, GA

Job Responsibilities

• Under supervision, candidate evaluates facilities and properties for compliance with Georgia Environmental Health Regulations and performs work in the following program areas: On-Site Sewage Management Systems, Animal Bite Investigations, Food Service Establishments, Public Swimming Pools, Tourist Accommodations, Body Art Studios.


• Respond to public health emergencies as requested. All county public health employees are deemed essential in the event of an emergency and are required to participate in emergency functions.


• Responds to Environmental Health complaints.


• Must be able to drive a personal vehicle and/or company vehicle for work daily for assigned work.


• Position has physical demands—frequent standing, bending, squatting, walking, etc in various settings required. Includes year-round work both indoor and in outdoor climates. Occasional lifting of 25-40 lbs may be required.


• Position requires proficiency in data entry of assigned work on department issued equipment.


• Some overnight travel for training purposes may be required.


• This is a salary position and based on a 40-hour work week, M-F 8am to 5pm

Minimum Qualifications

EHS 1: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours in laboratory sciences (i.e. biology, environmental science, chemistry, geology, physics)

EHS 2: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester hours or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) and one (1) year of experience at the lower level PH Envir Compl Specialist 1 (RCP120) or equivalent position.

Note: Any agency-specified certification/training that may be experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science


• Completion of Georgia DPH New EHS Training course(s)


• CFSM Certificate


• Communication or leadership coursework/program


• Prior experience in customer service role

Additional Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

CBH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered.

All positions require criminal history record check. Required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment in the position. Some positions require pre-employment drug testing in which the applicant who is offered the position will be required to successfully complete.

As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

This announcement is open to all persons meeting minimum qualifications. If special accommodations are needed, contact the District Personnel Office at 706/529-5757.

This posting is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

For more information regarding employment within the North Georgia Health District, please log on to our website at www.nghd.org.

CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer