Registered Environmental Health Specialist

Sowela; Ohio; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashtabula County Health Department is seeking a Registered Environmental Health Specialist to conduct inspections and educate local officials and the public on environmental health issues. The role operates under supervision and supports mandated and non-mandated programs across households, food safety, water, pools, and camps.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and REHS eligibility in Ohio, plus a valid driver’s license and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; REHS eligible per Ohio Department of Health
• Registered as a REHS with the Ohio Department of Health; valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Criminal background clear; able to work irregular hours and non-traditional schedules
• Strong English communication; ability to read complex technical instructions and present information

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental health inspections and educate officials and the public
• Support population health by following core public health competencies
• Participate in emergency preparedness activities and trainings
• Work under supervision and as part of teams to fulfill program duties

Skills

Communication

Reading technical docs

Multitasking

Public interaction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

GIS

MS Office

Web interfaces

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Conducts inspections and other program activities in environmental health programs (e.g., household sewage, private water, food safety, pools, camps, etc.); educates local public officials and community members on environmental public health issues related to mandated and non-mandated programs. Actions done under the direction of a Registered Environmental Health Specialist and/or the Director of Environmental Health if the work is being completed by a Registered Environmental Health Specialist – in Training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Under general supervision and/or part of various workgroups and teams, the Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) promotes and supports population health by performing the following functions within the overarching framework of Ashtabula County Health Department’s provision of the core functions and essential services of public health. Unless otherwise stated, skills for this position are considered Tier 1 of the Council on Linkages Between Academia and Public Health Practice Core Competencies (cc) for Public Health Professionals, 2014. The Core Competencies (cc) identified in bold print at the end of the sentences are common to all agency positions.

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Participates in emergency preparedness exercises, activities, and trainings (including completion of ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 6 months of hire)
• Reports for duty following the activation of a public health emergency response plan

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree. Meets the requirements to be a Registered Environmental Health Specialist per the Ohio Department of Health
• Registered as an environmental health specialist with the Ohio Department of Health. Valid Ohio Driver’s License, proof of insurance that meets required Board minimums, record of safe driving, and reliable transportation. Meets all prerequisite and on-going Qualifications to be covered by the employer’s liability insurance carrier.
• Must have record free of criminal violations that would prohibit practice as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Ohio or employment with the Ashtabula County Board of Health. Available to work irregular hours and/or a non-traditional schedule.
• Language. Effective oral and written communication skills in Englishare required. Ability to read and comprehend advanced technical instructions, correspondence and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees of the organization; ability to multitask and interact positively with the public.
• Mathematical. In addition to basic computational skills, ability to perform mathematical operations necessary for the safe operation and function of their position.
• Reasoning. Ability to carry out detailed, and sometimes involved, written or oral instructions; ability problem solve.
• Other. Comprehensive knowledge of public health and environmental health programs and laws. Both mandated and non-mandated programs. Ability to use keyboard, basic computer application proficiency in Microsoft Office products, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Use of basic office machines (fax, phone, and copier), experience in using web interfaces, i.e., Internet Explorer, etc., Knowledge and ability in GIS, mapping software preferred.