Supervising Environmental Health Specialist
Supervising Environmental Health Specialist
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ABOUT THE POSITION
- The County of Riversides Environmental Health Department is seeking an experienced professional to serve as a Supervising Environmental Health Specialist (SEHS) to support the Hazardous Materials Management Branch. The position will be based at the Hemet office.The SEHS classification is the supervisory level within the Environmental Health Specialist series and reports directly to an appropriate management-level position. The incumbent will oversee the day-to-day operations of environmental health program activities and provide direct supervision over a team possibly across multiple regional offices. Responsibilities include coordinating and directing the operations and workflow of various programs notably within the Hazardous Materials Management Branch (HMMB). This position will also be overseeing the HMMB Emergency Response Team.This role involves a high level of collaboration with other governmental agencies and departments and local city agencies. The incumbent will act as a liaison in interagency meetings support cross-functional initiatives and help craft resolutions to regional environmental health concerns. Additionally the SEHS will play a key role in revising departmental technical guidance and policies and contributing to development of the multiple hazardous materials programs. Candidates with a passion for public service commitment to community health and a deep understanding of environmental health regulations are encouraged to apply for this vital leadership position in Riverside County.The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with demonstrated experience in recruiting training coaching and mentoring staff. This position requires strong organizational skills to manage inspections for various types of facilities oversee hazmat emergency response and complaint activities conduct performance evaluations and provide comprehensive training to enhance inspector and responder skill sets. The SEHS will also be instrumental in developing and implementing program-wide procedures that align with the Departments strategic goals.Meet the Team:
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Review and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.
Instruct and advise staff on the interpretation of state and local environmental health laws ordinances regulations and departmental directives policies and procedures; review and evaluate evidence gathered by staff as a result of investigations of unusual or sensitive cases and if appropriate initiate enforcement activities for noncompliance with environmental health laws and regulations.
Serve as an enforcement officer with oversight of the HMMB enforcement program.
Review programs policies and procedures and analyze legislation.
Determine training needs and develop and recommend programs to meet those needs.
Organize coordinate or lead meetings; make outside speaking engagements and serve on professional committees; observe and evaluate the effectiveness of staff serving as instructors: oversee training of existing and newly hired staff.
Oversee the mitigation of hazardous substance releases during emergency or disaster situations under the authority of the Public Health Officer; assist in field supervision of hazardous waste clean-up operations.
Act as County liaison with state and federal agencies; analyze statistical data; prepare and review correspondence and reports.
Participate in development and implementation of goals and objectives for assigned programs.
Implement or recommend changes as necessary for program staff.
Will participate as part of the County Hazardous Materials 24-hour Emergency Response Team.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For specific questions regarding this position contact Amanda Campos at.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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