Environmental Health Specialist 3

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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 well-being; 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 with a 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 long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, 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.

As an Environmental Health Specialistwithin the Pickens County Environmental Health Departmentat the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting the lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Location: Pickens County Environmental Health Department in Jasper, GA.

Only current North Georgia Health District employees can apply for and will be considered for the position.

Job Responsibilities

The Pickens County Environmental Health Department is seeking a team-oriented and experienced candidate to fill a vacant position. The responsibilities will be in the areas of OSSMS, food service, tourist accommodations, rabies control, swimming pool, and body art programs.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• May assist with coordinating and managing environmental health programs for assigned areas.
• Provides technical assistance and regulatory interpretation of environmental health laws.
• Provides training and advocacy to the public, associates, and the regulated community.
• Plans and conducts inspections or audits of assigned facilities/sites for compliance with applicable environmental health regulations.
• Reviews and/or prepares applications, permits, and reports of a highly technical nature.
• Initiates, negotiates, and implements public health enforcement actions as appropriate.
• Conducts complaint or injury investigations as necessary.
• Responds to public health emergencies and episodes as requested.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND one (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Envir Compl Specialist 2 (RCP121) or equivalent position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of all Georgia Environmental Health Training classes for new EHS employees
• Completion of the GA Level I OSSMS Certification.
• Completion of the GA Level II OSSMS Certification.

Additional Information

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

CBH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered.

All positions require criminal history record check. Required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment in the position. Some positions require pre-employment drug testing in which the applicant who is offered the position will be required to successfully complete.

As an employee of CBH, 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.

This announcement is open to all persons meeting minimum qualifications. If special accommodations are needed, contact the District Personnel Office at 706/529-5757.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. 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 posting is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

For more information regarding employment within the North Georgia Health District, please log on to our website at www.nghd.org.

The CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.