Registered Environmental Health Specialist, Trainee

Join Our Team at the Hamilton Division of Health!

Now Hiring:Registered Environmental Health Specialist Trainee

Salary Range: $55263 $69538
Help make Hamilton a healthier place to live work and play!

Ready to launch your career in environmental public health The Hamilton Township Division of Health is seeking a motivated professional to join our nationally accredited public health agency as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) Trainee. Working alongside experienced environmental health professionals you will help protect the health of our community through inspections investigations education and regulatory enforcement. The schedule may include afterhours and weekends to respond to emergencies and events. Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct inspections of retail food establishments and other regulated facilities such as public recreational bathing facilities youth camps tattoo establishments and animal facilities.
• Investigate public health nuisance and environmental complaints.
• Assist with childhood lead environmental interventions.
• Prepare inspection reports enforcement documents and regulatory correspondence.
• Educate residents and business owners on public health regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Participate in accreditation emergency preparedness and public health response activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in public health environmental sciences or a related field.
• Current valid license as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (preferred) issued by the New Jersey Department of Health or currently eligible to sit for the REHS exam. Valid license required within first year of employment.
• Valid New Jersey drivers license
• Ability to prepare clear sound accurate and informative reports containing findings conclusions and recommendations.
• Ability to analyze comprehend interpret and apply applicable rules regulations policies procedures and standards
• Knowledge of environmental and public health issues.
• Strong organizational writing and communication skills.
• Ability to lift move and carry 10 pounds
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or English and Haitian Creole (preferred not required)

Ready to apply

Please send your resume to Chris Hellwig Health Officer at and complete the official Hamilton Township Employment Application online: Experience:

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