Job description
Close Date: 02/13/23Category: Health & Human Services
Jefferson County Citizens
Purpose
Are you seeking more than a paycheck?
Do you want to serve your community in a way that's friendly, composed, and professional? At Jeffco, we are looking for customer-focused individuals just like YOU who take pride in their work, have an eye for detail, and believe in a positive attitude. Whether you are coming from a job that doesn't connect with your sense of purpose, or leaving a company with an overwhelming schedule, you can find a better quality of life working with the Jeffco community. We offer exciting benefits such as flex time, generous holiday schedules, and regular business hours so you spend time on what's important to you outside of work., and enjoy all the amenities Jefferson County has to offer!
If you are looking for a great opportunity for your career to take off, then this position welcomes you to work for a County that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges. We are seeking someone who has a strong work-ethic, is a self-starter, loves what they do and is motivated to share their knowledge and experience with those who they work with.
The Environmental Health Specialist is responsible for performing specialized technical work investigating adherence to environmental health laws and regulations by the performance of inspections in one or more specialized areas of environmental health. Employee is responsible for performing inspections according to established schedules or in response to complaints or outbreaks of illness, determining adherence to codes and regulations, preparing reports of inspection findings and recommendations and initiating enforcement actions as necessary. Work also involves answering inquiries about environmental health issues from the general public and assisting other team members. Duties assigned vary according to area of specialization, needs of the Department, and allocation of the workload.
Target Hiring Pay: 27.83-31.00 USD Per Hour
Total Base Pay Range: 27.83 – 34.79 – 41.75
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.
This position operates on a choice of our four-day work week (typically Monday-Thursday) or a five-day work week. This position may be hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as needed and approved by the Supervisor.
Benefits include dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more. Click Here for our Total Rewards summary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Performs compliance inspections of regulated facilities such as, retail food service establishments, childcare centers, group homes, schools, swimming pools, stationary source air emission sites, body art establishments, onsite wastewater treatment systems. Documents all violations, determines compliance with applicable local and state laws and regulations. Reviews construction plans for compliance with applicable public health related codes and regulations.
Receives and reviews permit and plan review applications, issues permits and approvals. Prepares and maintains inspection reports and other appropriate documents, including but not limited to memoranda, letters, notices of violation and civil penalty notices. Initiates enforcement actions, as necessary, to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Prepares and submits written comments to other agencies regarding the environmental health aspects of proposed activities such as development and construction projects.
Investigates complaints regarding environmental health concerns. Conducts disease surveillance and investigations, collects biological and zoonotic samples using best practice methods.
Provide and explain educational materials, regulations, policies, and other compliance information to contractors, permit holders, consultants and the general public. Responds to consumer complaints, requests for information regarding regulations, procedures, and systems. Participates in professional conferences, and committees to continue learning. Instructs classes in the proper handling, storage and preparation of food for the benefit of food service establishment personnel. Responds to environmental health emergencies such as regulated facility fires, and public health emergencies as needed or required.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Health Engineering or related field AND
A minimum of one year of experience in Environmental Health, Restaurant/Retail Food Management, Teaching, Training, or other similar work experience
OR any combination of related education and experience
Immunization policy compliance with Public Health (details provided upon interview)
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, codes, and regulations as they pertain to environmental health or ability to learn quickly.
Strong written and oral communication
Independent critical thinking and analysis
Team oriented, self-motivated, and reliable
Ability to articulate clearly and effectively to varying levels of customer
Ability to understand license types and rules
Strong time management and prioritization skills
Bilingual in speaking and writing Spanish
Additional Information:
Offer of employment contingent on criminal history, MVR check and education verification. A pre-employment physical may be required.
Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample.
Recruitment Process: You are able to see your status and any communication when you log into your candidate portal. Listed below are the steps in our recruiting process:
Once the job bulletin has closed, the Talent Acquisition Team evaluates all applications based on the minimum requirements listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin.
Next, the Talent Acquisition Team reviews applications for the preferred skills. While these skills are not a requirement for the position, they will contribute to the success of the new hire in this role. These skills are scored and the highest scoring applicants will be forwarded to the next step.
The next step includes the hiring team reviewing applications and deciding who to contact for a phone screen/interview. The number of applications forwarded for Manager Review depends on the hiring teams request and can range from 10 applications to everyone who meets minimum requirements; not everyone who makes it to Manager Review is guaranteed an interview.
If the hiring team wishes to speak with you further, they will reach out to you via phone call or email using the contact information listed on your application. You may receive emails asking you to complete a task within your candidate portal and it is important that you are receiving our emails as we do not want you to miss out on an opportunity.
The time frame for contacting applicants depends on the hiring team's schedule/workload and how many applications were referred for manager review. Please note that Jefferson County receives on average over 100 applications per job bulletin.
Thank you for your patience and for your interest in Jefferson County Government! We wish you success through this process. Do not forget to sign up for Job Interest Alerts through your candidate portal to receive email alerts for future positions you are interested in.
Bachelor's Degree, Bachelor's Degree - Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering, Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Science:
Work Experience: Minimum one year
Full time-$27.83-$41.75
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