Environmental Health Specialist 1 2 3 4 or 5 Traveling
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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 wellbeing; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits so you can:- 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 witha 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 longterm career
- Take Part in a Handson Working Culture Unique culture of active engagement and problemsolving 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
Job Responsibilities
This position will be based in one of the following county health departments (Crisp County Dooly County or Macon County) and will travel throughout West Central Health Districts 16county health departments to support the Department by utilizing your expertise to fulfill the following responsibilities:
- provide inspection/permitting/consultation of state rules and regulations for the following facilities: Food Service Public Swimming Pools and Tourist Accommodations.
- provide services within the Body Art Wastewater Management Well Water Emergency Preparedness and other environmental health programs.
- Investigate all assigned healthrelated complaints received.
- Travel is required for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Environmental Health Specialist 1 (Hirein salary $42819.47
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (OR 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g. chemistry biology geology physics etc.
Environmental Health Specialist 2 (Hirein salary $47101.41
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university which included 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 lowerlevel PH Environmental Health Specialist 1 (RCP120 or position equivalent.
Environmental Health Specialist 3 (Hirein salary $51811.56
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university which included 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 lowerlevel PH Environmental Health Specialist 2 (RCP121 or position equivalent and completion of the Georgia Environmental Health Training class.
Environmental Health Specialist 4 (Hirein salary $58547.06
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university which included 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 lowerlevelPH Environmental Health Specialist 3 (RCP122 or position equivalent and completion of the Georgia Environmental Health Training class.
Environmental Health Specialist 5 (Hirein salary $66158.17
Masters degree in Environmental Health Public Health or related field from an accredited college or university or Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory science (e.g. chemistry biology geology physics etc. and current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association or an equivalent recognized credentialing board and One 1 year of experience as aPH Environmental Health Specialist 4 (RCP123 or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful Completion of the DPH (Department of Public Health) new hire training courses titled: General EH (EPI Emergency Preparedness Lead Chemical Hazards Vector Control IAQ); TA/Pools/Spas and Recreational Waters; Land Use; Food Service; Introduction to Soils; Level 2 Soils Training; Blood Borne Pathogens certifications course; First Aid/CPR; Current and valid certification as an Inspector Level 1 and/or additional Inspector certifications obtained: Drip Emitter Mound/Area Fill Commercial PumpST PumpPS; Current Georgia Standardized Food Service Establishment Inspection Officer; Certified Safety Manager through one of the following 360training Inc. National Registry of Food Safety Professionals National Restaurant Association or Prometric Inc; Nationally recognized swimming pool operator course through one of the following: CPO LAFT CPT or AFP; Current registration as a registered environmental health specialist or registered sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) or recognized credentialing board of a state or country having equivalent standards of NEHA; Public Health Experience. Proof of completion is required along with a copy of college transcript.Additional Information
All West Central Health District 7 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. As such you may be called on to participate in an event including but not limited to: staffing a shelter working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If you are called on to participate you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and wellbeing.
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities generally in the form of two 15minute breaks or one 30minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree diploma licensure etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to preemployment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH 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.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA) email request by the closing date of this announcement to:
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
