Environmental Health Specialist 2, 3, 4, or 5

Environmental Health Specialist

Fayette County Environmental Health Office

District 4 Public Health

245 Booker Ave, Suite E

Fayetteville, GA 30215

Under broad supervision, conducts inspections and audits of assigned facilities/sites for compliance with applicable health codes in a Public Health District. Reviews and/or prepares applications, permits and technical reports. Investigates and responds to complaints of potential health hazards and requests for service. Owns assigned tasks. May also serve in a lead role.

All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Interprets regulatory issues, technical issues, and analytical data to document compliance
• Investigates complaints, provides environmental education and technical assistance
• Performs inspections, interviews, technical reviews and recommends enforcement actions as needed
• Plans and conducts facility audits and inspections
• Prepares sampling plan and collects samples in accordance with established procedures
• Provides information to the public, regulated community, and enforcement officers regarding the environmental laws and regulations
• Responds to environmental emergencies and conducts safety evaluations
• Reviews permit applications; drafts, modifies and issues permits in accordance with the rules, regulations, and established procedures
• Reviews permit requirements and regulations in order to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental laws

Minimum Qualifications

Environmental Health Specialist 2 - (Annual salary - $47,101.41)

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Environmental Health Specialist 1 (RCP120) OR position equivalent. Note: Any agency-specific certification/training that may be experience

Environmental Health Specialist 3 - (Annual salary - $51,811.56)

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours or (40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Environmental Health Specialist 2 (RCP121) OR position equivalent

Environmental Health Specialist 4 - (Annual salary - $58,547.06) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Envir Compl Specialist 3 (RCP122) or position equivalent

Environmental Health Specialist 5 - (Annual salary - $66,158.17) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND Current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association or an equivalent recognized credentialing board AND One year of experience as a PH Envir Compl Specialist 4 (RCP123) or position equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish/English Speaking
• Environmental Health Specialist experience in Public Health
• Food Service Standardization and ServSafe Certification
• A passing score on a nationally recognized registration examination for environmental health specialists or sanitarians (such as the examination given by the National Environmental Health Association or the professional examination service)
• Certified in the State Onsite Sewage Program or eligible for certification
• Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA)
• Recognized credentialing of a state or county board having equivalent standards as NEHA
• Currently qualified as a Standardized Retail Food Inspection Officer

Additional Information

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees:

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package
• Employees Retirement System
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
• Atlanta Postal Credit Union

Additional Perks:

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

*District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer* The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting

Reference Checks & Immunizations Required

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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