Environmental Health Specialist 2A

What You'll Do:

• Assists and learns to collect samples at nursing homes, schools, day care centers, swimming pools, private and public wells, food facilities and other public facilities for chemical and bacteriological analysis.
• Assists and learns to issue written notices of code violation to responsible party(ies) (e.g., property owners, operators, citizens) in order to inform them of circumstances/practices/operations that are not in compliance with public/environmental health laws, codes and standards.
• Assists and learns to read, analyze and interpret laboratory test results and reports in order to (1) determine the existence of potential public health hazards, (2) insure compliance with public health laws and regulations, or (3) to determine/recommend a course of action to address/resolve the problem.
• Learns to testify at hearings/in court proceedings in order to provide pertinent evidence/information/testimony regarding the adjudication of code violation cases/complaints.
• Assists and learns to inspect, investigate, record and report on the environmental public health impact of the retail manufacture, preparation, handling, distribution and sale of food and drink.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work
• Maintains, uses, and operates vehicles, equipment and supplies in accordance with established departmental rules, regulations and guidelines.
• Assists and learns to prepare and maintain reports and records of health inspections, violations and permits. Assists and learns to provide advice and guidance in the interpretation of environmental health laws and regulations to builders, private businesses, governmental agencies and other interested parties.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Health, Environmental, Physical, Biological, or Engineering Sciences;
• Plus one (1) year of professional-level experience in environmental health investigatory and enforcement work.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Upon selection, the candidate must:

• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Participate as an "Essential" employee in the department's snow and ice control program and other emergency or special activities as assigned.