Environmental Health Specialist

Environmental Health Specialist Classification: Non‑Exempt Department: Health Division: Health Supervisor: Health Director Effective: 07/03/2024 Under direction this position requires that routine reports and records be kept. Decisions are made daily which require mature judgment and proper interpretation. Performs advanced technical environmental health work in the area of inspections of private, public, and commercial property for environmental health hazards and assists in working toward resolution of the health hazards, public safety and property protection. Incumbent has daily contact with the public which requires the exercise of tact and diplomacy. There are no supervisory responsibilities with this position. Individual will be assigned other duties as needed by the supervisor/department head. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Must obtain Food Management Certification within one year of date of hire. Must have good typing and filing skills. Requires one (1) to two (2) years of college or the equivalent in post‑high‑school training in a specialized area such as basic or natural science. Requires two (2) years’ experience as Health Environmental Specialists or similar jobs. Knowledge of management skills for leading small sections or groups may be required. Must be proficient in working with personal computer, typewriter, and general office equipment. Must be able to communicate proficiently in Spanish and English, and work in close contact with the public in a courteous and diplomatic manner. Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete or inaccurate information will result in rejection. Applicant must pass drug, physical, and pre‑placement screenings administered by the City of Mission medical staff at City expense. Must have a neat and professional appearance. Must possess a valid class “C” driver license from the Department of Public Safety with no more than two moving traffic violations in the past two years. Ability to follow a firm work schedule as directed by supervisor. Ability to handle public relations issues and various types of citizen inquiries tactfully and courteously. Ability to compute and record numbers correctly. Ability to follow oral or written instructions and perform tasks with little or no supervision. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with office staff, other departments, and the general public. Ability to speak and write clearly and accurately. Ability to plan daily activities using background data and related facts. Ability to work independently, solving problems without much direction. Ability to exchange information with employees of other departments or occasional contacts with outside agencies. Ability to type accurate and detailed reports that may lead to investigations. Ability to make decisions based on available data, laws, regulations, or city policy. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and city policy procedures. Essential Job Functions Inspects all types of food establishments and discusses adverse findings with the Director. Conducts food handler training programs as required. Attends various meetings involving one or more departments. Enforces all health codes and ordinances pertaining to environmental control. Assists in plan review of food establishments. Works with various electronic testing equipment. Investigates public health nuisance complaints. Enforces a variety of health‑related city ordinances and state health laws. Reads maps and blueprints to determine property ownership. Issues citations and conducts pre‑trial preparations to facilitate abatement procedures on properties in violation of city ordinances. Performs job‑duty educational programs to properly inform the public of existing codes and statutes. Performs computer read‑and‑interpretation of property tax information using the Easy Tax Master database. Observes departmental attendance requirements. Performs other job‑related tasks assigned by the department head. Equipment / Materials Personal computer, computer software, printer, mouse, scanner. City vehicle. Copy machine, fax machine. Calculator, typewriter, keyboard, tape recorder. Telephone, cell phone, two‑way radio. Thermometer, video camera, digital camera. Stapler, ruler, clipboard, pens, pencils, highlighters, CDs. Personnel Policy Manual. Work Environment and Manual Dexterity Exposure to various environmental conditions is required. Both fine and gross hand manipulation are required to perform essential job functions. Gross hand manipulation includes gripping a series of files and repositioning a keyboard to different computer stations and transporting binders, books, storage boxes, and chairs. Fine finger dexterity is required to hand‑write notes, fill out forms, type reports, letters, and memos, input data in the computer, and document information needed for day‑to‑day tasks. #J-18808-Ljbffr