Environmental Health Specialist

JOB POSTING FOR LEWIS AND CLARK COUNTY

Position Title: Environmental Health Specialist

Organization: Lewis and Clark County, Public Health

Pay Rate: $29.64 per hour to $32.26 per hour

Position Type/Status: Regular, Full-time, Non-exempt

Closing Date: Open till filled

Lewis and Clark County Public Health is hiring for an Environmental Health Specialist. Under general supervision of the Environmental Program Supervisor, this position performs required activities including inspections and data collection in wastewater treatment and septic maintenance programs, junk vehicle and wrecking yards, air quality monitoring, air quality regulation enforcement, complaint investigation and emergency preparedness.

Who We Are

Public Health is Your Health! Most people don't understand what public health is or how it impacts their daily lives. The "This Is Public Health" campaign was designed by the Association of Schools of Public Health to let people know that public health affects them on a daily basis and that we are only as healthy as the world we live in.

Public Health offers a flexible work environment and is family friendly. We pride ourselves on leadership who supports professional development and commitment to service.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to improve and protect the health of all Lewis and Clark County residents.

Benefits

Lewis and Clark County offers a competitive benefits package!

Includes:

• Health Coverage – 2 Types of Health Plans which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage;
• Traditional Plan - cost for employee only is $50 per month and with the Wellness incentive, the cost may be reduced to $0 per month for full-time employees;
• High Deductible Health Plan – cost for employee is $0 per month and an additional $1200 per year to a Health Savings Account for full time employees;
• PureView Health Center – preferred clinic provider and no cost to the employee and his/her dependents;
• Retirement plans;
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays;
• Employees are provided with $25,000.00 of Life Insurance and $25, 000.00 of AD&D insurance as a new employee;
• Wellness Screening Incentive;
• Gym Membership Reimbursement;
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance;
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify;
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Other Benefits

Includes:

• Working in a fast-paced environment;
• Opportunity to serve on a variety of different committees;
• Professional development and training opportunities;
• Cost of living increases;
• Market adjustments;
• Step based wage increases;
• Paid parental leave.

Duties

• Performs site evaluations and required inspections of onsite wastewater treatment systems;
• Enforces laws and regulations related to public health;
• Inspects motor vehicle wrecking yards;
• Investigates complaints about litter, junk vehicles, wastewater systems and air quality violations;
• Attends Local Emergency Planning Committee monthly meetings;
• Provides community education and outreach on public health issues;
• Attends staff, State Health Department and national, state and community meetings and conferences as required;
• Performs other duties to support Environmental Division programs when needed;
• Represents the department on issues related to sustainability and climate change;
• Performs duties and responsibilities in a culturally sensitive and appropriate manner;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change with or without notice.

Examples of Knowledge

• Federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to public health;
• Lewis and Clark County policies and procedures;
• County Health Department policies, procedures, and functions;
• U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) food codes;
• Center for Disease Control (CDC) disease identification, control, and prevention information.

Examples of Skills & Abilities

• Perform inspections according to department standards;
• Apply the methods and procedures used in inspections and in correcting unsanitary or hazardous conditions;
• Schedule and complete inspections according to department standards;
• Operate computer systems and related software, including word processing and spreadsheet programs;
• Follow written and oral instruction;
• Manage projects according to department standards;
• Complete reports and required documentation according to prescribed standards;
• Ability to develop connections or work with diverse populations;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with people contacted in the course of work, including co-workers, supervisors, and citizens.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a four (4) year degree in biology or physical sciences, with at least 45 quarter hours or 30 semester hours in the physical and biological health sciences with specific courses in biology, chemistry, and microbiology. Successful applicants for this position are required to have certification as a Registered Sanitarian with the State of Montana at time of employment or must obtain certification within twelve months of date of hire.

Special Requirements

• Frequent local travel during business day;
• May be some out-of-area and overnight travel;
• Must have a valid Montana driver's license.

Physical Demands

Duties are performed in the field as well as an office environment where hazards and discomforts are controlled and modifiable. Field work will generally be outside under all weather conditions. This position requires the ability to bend at the waist, kneel, reach over the head, talk, hear, and see. Must be able to move or lift equipment, documents, materials weighing up to 20 pounds. Position requires knowledge of working safely around heavy equipment and unstable ground while in the field.

Application Instructions

Applications for this position are accepted online only through our career portal. Job Opportunities - Lewis & Clark County (lccountymt.gov)

www.lccountymt.gov/Government/Human-Resources/Job

The following items are required along with the on-line application:

• MT Board of Sanitarians registration is available
• College Transcripts
• Resume - Attach resume to online application in designated section
• Cover Letter - Must include the following in your cover letter:
• Why do you wish to be part of Lewis and Clark Public Health?
• We are a nationally accredited health department with a culture of excellence. What qualities do you have that will contribute to this culture?

For questions on this position or on the application process, please call (406) 447-8316 or e-mail kgrose@lccountymt.gov.

Disclaimer: Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $29.64 - $32.26 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• Up to 50% travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Helena, MT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road