Home Environmental Health Inspector 1 & 2

Milwaukee, WI - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 54066 - 67177

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcededicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you arepassionate about being a part of an inclusive team of public servants pleaseconsider the following opportunity.

The City of Milwaukee Health Departments (MHD) HomeEnvironmental Health (HEH) program is dedicated to reducing exposure to harmfulsubstances such as those found in aging homes where lead paint can be ahidden danger. Please visit the HEHwebsite for more information.

The Home Environmental Health Inspector (HEHI) 1 is thefirst title in the HEHI series providing incumbents with the opportunity tolearn gain experience and obtain the Lead (Pb) Risk Assessor Certificationthrough the State of Wisconsin.

The HEHI 2 is the second title in the series. Incumbentshired to either title may progress through the levels HEHI 1 through HEHI 4based on successful completion of a probationary period development ofcompetencies maintenance of Lead (Pb) Risk Assessor certification and meetingperformance criteria.

Eligible candidates who successfully complete the selectionprocess will be placed on the highest-level eligible list for which they qualify.

Purpose

The Home Environmental Health Inspectors (HEHIs) 1 and 2assigned to the Home Environmental Health (HEH) Division of the MilwaukeeHealth Department (MHD) conduct related inspections risk assessments andenforcement activities to prevent childhood lead poisoning.

Essential Functions

Lead (Pb) Inspection and Abatement

Communicate lead poisoning hazard and prevention information to parents and guardians of lead-poisoned children.
Research all possible sources of lead exposure for lead-poisoned children.
Proactively collaborate with nursing staff regarding elevated blood lead cases and prioritize interventions.
Inspect homes for defective and/or lead-based painted surfaces using visual inspection x-ray fluorescence equipment and dust wipe tests.
Document inspection results according to protocols and program requirements.
Generate and issue work orders to correct lead-based paint hazards.
Inform property owners of hazard correction and order compliance requirements; work with property owners to achieve compliance.
Issue written orders reinspection fees and citations and appear in court as witness for prosecution of cases.
Conduct ongoing lead paint abatement project monitoring to ensure code compliance.
Conduct enforcement actions related to lead abatement project completion.
Communicate with contractors regarding proper lead abatement and code compliance.
Manage a workload of assigned properties from inspection to close of project.
Create and maintain an effective system of tracking workload documenting progress and providing regular updates to supervisors and managers.

Community Education Research and Training

Perform research-related responsibilities.
Provide observational field opportunities and demonstrate lead hazard reduction field activities to public health staff interns and community leaders.
Participate in community and landlord association meetings.
Provide information regarding lead hazard reduction activities and primary prevention activities.
Participate in required training and work-related conferences.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.

Conditions of Employment

The Home Environmental Health Inspector 1 and 2 must bewilling and able to do the following:

Carry a mobile device during business hours.
Work outside standard business hours to meet departmental needs.
Perform extensive field work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather throughout the City of Milwaukee.
Perform medium physical activity including climbing and bending as well as exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Comply with the departmental dress code.
Participate in required classes virtually inperson or via blended learning.
Required pre-employment vaccines include the following:
- TB Test (at time of hire and annually throughout employment)
- MMR Vaccine
- Hepatitis B Vaccine
- Varicella Vaccine
- Covid-19 Vaccine
- Influenza Vaccine
Required pre-employment tests include the following:
- Physical Exam with 50-pound lift test
- Vision Exam
- Audio-Gram
- Drug Screen - Non-DOT (Department of Transportation)

Minimum Requirements

Both Titles

Valid drivers license and access to an adequately insured vehicle at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Private auto allowance may be paid pursuant to Section 350-183 of the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances.

Home Environmental Health Inspector 1

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental health public health or a closely related field;
OR
Associate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental health public health or a closely-related field and one year of experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work or construction;
OR
High School diploma or equivalent and two years of closely related experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work or construction.

Home Environmental Health Inspector 2

Pursuant to Wis. Stats. Section 163.10(3)(b)3 in order to meet the requirements for application for initial Lead (Pb) Risk Assessor Certification this position requires the following:
1. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental health public health or a closely-related field AND one year of experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work code enforcement and property maintenance or construction;
  OR
2. Associate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental health public health or a closely-related field AND two years of experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work or construction;
  OR
3. High School diploma or equivalent AND three years of closely related experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work or construction;
  OR
4. Hold a valid professional certification as an industrial hygienist professional engineer or registered architect or in a related professional engineering health or environmental field such as safety professional or environmental scientist;
  OR
5. Hold a valid registered nurse or registered sanitarian certification;
  OR
6. Hold a valid State of Wisconsin Lead (Pb) Risk Assessor certification.
Certification as a Lead (Pb) Assessor with the State of Wisconsin within three months of appointment and maintained throughout employment.
- Please note: Certification training will be provided by the City of Milwaukee. For information about the State of Wisconsin Lead (Pb) Risk Assessor certification follow this link.

NOTE: To receive credit for any of the certifications listed in #1 for the Home Environmental Health Inspector 2 a legible copy of the valid certification(s) must be received by the application period closing date. Applications without a copy of the certification(s) attached will be considered incomplete and will be rejected.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

Desirable Qualifications

Ability to provide interpretation in Spanish Hmong or another language.
Experience in code enforcement and property maintenance inspections.

Knowledge Skills Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical

Ability to follow programmatic protocols including taking enforcement action.
Knowledge of public health and safety principles and practices as well as the science of risk assessment.
Knowledge of mathematics and the ability to make accurate calculations.
Ability to read and interpret work-related documents.
Ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office and the Internet.
Ability to use mobile communications devices and standard office equipment.
Ability to learn to use X-ray fluorescence equipment dust wipes and cameras to document lead-based painted surfaces.
Analytical problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
Ability to promote wellness disease prevention and safety and to engage in ongoing professional development activities.

Communication and Interpersonal

Written communication skills including the ability to produce clear correspondence and reports.
Ability to respond promptly to requests provide services in a culturally sensitive manner and manage uncomfortable customer situations.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a multi-cultural multi-disciplinary staff other agencies and the public.
Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.
Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.

Judgment and Responsibility

Professional dependable flexible and adaptable.
Detail- and quality-oriented.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to use good judgment to make sound decisions.
Organizational time management and project management skills.
Ability to maintain situational awareness.
Ability to serve as an effective steward of City resources.

Current Salary

Home Environmental Health Inspector 1

The current salary range (Pay Range 3LN) is$51987-$64593annually and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residentsis$54066-$67177 annually.Appointment above the minimum ispossible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subjectto the approval.

Home Environmental Health Inspector 2

The current salary range (Pay Range 3MN) is$57097-$66701 annually and the resident incentive salary for City ofMilwaukee residents is$59380-$69369annually.Appointmentabove the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualificationsand is subject to the approval.

Employees in this classification while assigned as the Lead Inspector for any time during a pay period shall receive an additional $80 biweekly.

BENEFITS

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefitprogram that includes the following:

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Wellness Program
Onsite Clinic Services
Onsite Employee Assistance Program
Alternative Work Schedules
Long Term Disability Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Tuition Benefits
Paid Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
Flexible Spending Arrangement
Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City ofMilwaukee please visit Process

THE SELECTION PROCESSwill be job-related and willconsist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of educationexperience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written orperformance test a structured interview or other assessment methods. TheDepartment of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the mostqualified candidates to structured interviews and performance interviews may include written exercises. Selection processcomponent weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATEThe selection process willbe held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt ofapplications may be discontinued at any time after this date without priornotice. However recruitment may continue until the Citys needs are applicants will be notified of the date time and place of the selectionprocess components. Unless required by law the City of Milwaukee will notprovide alternative dates or times for the selection process. The applicant isresponsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the timeand place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

Additional Information

Applications can be accessed by visiting you would like assistance completing an application please contact the Department of Employee Relations at or
The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall 200 E Wells St Room 706 Milwaukee WI 53202.

Conclusion

EEO 305

The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and isan equal opportunity employer.

Required Experience:

IntroductionThe City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcededicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you arepassionate about being a part of an inclusive team of public servants pleaseconsider the following opportunity.The City of Milwaukee Health Departments (MHD...

Introduction

Eligible candidates who successfully complete the selectionprocess will be placed on the highest-level eligible list for which they qualify.

Purpose

Essential Functions

Lead (Pb) Inspection and Abatement

Communicate lead poisoning hazard and prevention information to parents and guardians of lead-poisoned children.
Research all possible sources of lead exposure for lead-poisoned children.
Proactively collaborate with nursing staff regarding elevated blood lead cases and prioritize interventions.
Inspect homes for defective and/or lead-based painted surfaces using visual inspection x-ray fluorescence equipment and dust wipe tests.
Document inspection results according to protocols and program requirements.
Generate and issue work orders to correct lead-based paint hazards.
Inform property owners of hazard correction and order compliance requirements; work with property owners to achieve compliance.
Issue written orders reinspection fees and citations and appear in court as witness for prosecution of cases.
Conduct ongoing lead paint abatement project monitoring to ensure code compliance.
Conduct enforcement actions related to lead abatement project completion.
Communicate with contractors regarding proper lead abatement and code compliance.
Manage a workload of assigned properties from inspection to close of project.
Create and maintain an effective system of tracking workload documenting progress and providing regular updates to supervisors and managers.

Community Education Research and Training

Perform research-related responsibilities.
Provide observational field opportunities and demonstrate lead hazard reduction field activities to public health staff interns and community leaders.
Participate in community and landlord association meetings.
Provide information regarding lead hazard reduction activities and primary prevention activities.
Participate in required training and work-related conferences.

Conditions of Employment

The Home Environmental Health Inspector 1 and 2 must bewilling and able to do the following:

Carry a mobile device during business hours.
Work outside standard business hours to meet departmental needs.
Perform extensive field work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather throughout the City of Milwaukee.
Perform medium physical activity including climbing and bending as well as exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Comply with the departmental dress code.
Participate in required classes virtually inperson or via blended learning.
Required pre-employment vaccines include the following:
- TB Test (at time of hire and annually throughout employment)
- MMR Vaccine
- Hepatitis B Vaccine
- Varicella Vaccine
- Covid-19 Vaccine
- Influenza Vaccine
Required pre-employment tests include the following:
- Physical Exam with 50-pound lift test
- Vision Exam
- Audio-Gram
- Drug Screen - Non-DOT (Department of Transportation)

Minimum Requirements

Both Titles

Valid drivers license and access to an adequately insured vehicle at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Private auto allowance may be paid pursuant to Section 350-183 of the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances.

Home Environmental Health Inspector 1

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental health public health or a closely related field;
OR
Associate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental health public health or a closely-related field and one year of experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work or construction;
OR
High School diploma or equivalent and two years of closely related experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work or construction.

Home Environmental Health Inspector 2

Pursuant to Wis. Stats. Section 163.10(3)(b)3 in order to meet the requirements for application for initial Lead (Pb) Risk Assessor Certification this position requires the following:
1. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental health public health or a closely-related field AND one year of experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work code enforcement and property maintenance or construction;
  OR
2. Associate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in environmental health public health or a closely-related field AND two years of experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work or construction;
  OR
3. High School diploma or equivalent AND three years of closely related experience with lead asbestos environmental remediation work or construction;
  OR
4. Hold a valid professional certification as an industrial hygienist professional engineer or registered architect or in a related professional engineering health or environmental field such as safety professional or environmental scientist;
  OR
5. Hold a valid registered nurse or registered sanitarian certification;
  OR
6. Hold a valid State of Wisconsin Lead (Pb) Risk Assessor certification.
Certification as a Lead (Pb) Assessor with the State of Wisconsin within three months of appointment and maintained throughout employment.
- Please note: Certification training will be provided by the City of Milwaukee. For information about the State of Wisconsin Lead (Pb) Risk Assessor certification follow this link.

Desirable Qualifications

Ability to provide interpretation in Spanish Hmong or another language.
Experience in code enforcement and property maintenance inspections.

Knowledge Skills Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical

Ability to follow programmatic protocols including taking enforcement action.
Knowledge of public health and safety principles and practices as well as the science of risk assessment.
Knowledge of mathematics and the ability to make accurate calculations.
Ability to read and interpret work-related documents.
Ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office and the Internet.
Ability to use mobile communications devices and standard office equipment.
Ability to learn to use X-ray fluorescence equipment dust wipes and cameras to document lead-based painted surfaces.
Analytical problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
Ability to promote wellness disease prevention and safety and to engage in ongoing professional development activities.

Communication and Interpersonal

Written communication skills including the ability to produce clear correspondence and reports.
Ability to respond promptly to requests provide services in a culturally sensitive manner and manage uncomfortable customer situations.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a multi-cultural multi-disciplinary staff other agencies and the public.
Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.
Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.

Judgment and Responsibility