Environmental Health Specialist III
Environmental Health Specialist III
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Job Description
Introduction
Make a Difference with DHSS
Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being fostering self-sufficiency and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.
We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.
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Summary Statement
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Coordinates plans and reviews all activities within technical and environmental health project areas or health unit.
- Analyzes and evaluates effectiveness of programs at the unit and bureau level.
- Consults with staff Bureau local/private agencies and the public to ensure compliance to Federal and State rules and regulations. Enforces compliance to all rules and regulations through staff field investigations. Provides technical assistance to agency staff industrial commercial and professional personnel and others regarding compliance issues.
- Trains assigns reviews and evaluates the work of professional and other personnel.
- Promotes environmental health to consumers community organizations State and Federal agencies and industry. May conduct public meetings and/or testify at public hearings on environmental health issues.
- Investigates consumer complaints and conducts studies in program areas.
- May review plans and blueprints on alteration or construction of facilities and make recommendations as required.
- May draft new and revised regulations and procedures for program areas and provide quality assurance.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Health Specialist III
Applicants must have education training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher.
Three years experience in conducting on-site inspections to identify assess and control actual or potential environmental health risks. - Three years experience in enforcing compliance with laws rules regulations standards policies and procedures.
- Six months experience in narrative report writing.
- Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work academic training training provided through an employer or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning assigning reviewing and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional technical and clerical employees.
- Possession of a valid Drivers License (not suspended revoked or cancelled or disqualified from driving).
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to ourJob Seeker Resources.
DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.
Benefits
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment job title and job duties. For education and training list name of educational provider training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab at.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call . TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1- for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
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