Environmental Health Program Specialist - Swimming Pool Program Coordinator

This is advanced professional environmental health work in the promotion of public health through education, surveillance, inspection, consultation and enforcement of local and state laws, rules and regulations. The employee functions both within and outside of the health department, as a consultant to other environmental health specialists and to contractors and engineers on the more complex issues, which arise. The employee is responsible for organizing, coordinating and promoting consistency in the public swimming pool program. Conducts state-mandated sanitation inspections of food establishments, lodging facilities, institutions, and public swimming pools to ensure compliance with applicable state rules and regulations. Evaluates food handling practices, temperature controls, sanitation procedures, and potential foodborne and waterborne health risks. Prepares and maintains inspection reports, permits, correspondence, and other required documentation. Responds to public inquiries, addresses concerns, and provides guidance regarding environmental health regulations and compliance requirements. Coordinates the public swimming pool program, including reviewing and approving plans for new and remodeled swimming pools, spas, and water recreation attractions. Evaluates blueprints, equipment specifications, facility layouts, safety features, water supply, and sewage disposal systems for new and remodeled public swimming pools, spas, and water recreation attractions. Conducts on-site evaluations of public swimming pools, spas, and water recreation attractions and provides recommendations to ensure compliance with applicable state regulations. Conducts educational workshops and provides information to food handlers, facility managers, students, and the public on environmental health practices and regulations. Assists in developing educational materials, brochures, news releases, and public service announcements. Investigates environmental health complaints involving food establishments, lodging facilities, institutions, public swimming pools, indoor air quality, and children's environmental health facilities. Assists with investigations of foodborne and communicable disease outbreaks, collects water samples for analysis, and prepares legal documentation for court proceedings and appeals before the Board of Health. Participates in public health emergency preparedness and response activities involving natural disasters, infectious disease outbreaks, technological hazards, and other public health emergencies. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Graduation from a four-year college or university with 30 semester hours of course work in the physical or biological sciences and two years of experience in environmental health; or a four-year or Master Degree in environmental health from a program which is accredited by the National Environmental Health Association and one year of experience in environmental health. NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist by the N.C. State Board of Environmental Health Specialist Examiners. Valid driver's license with driving record evaluation suitable for driving county owned vehicles. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Fluent in Spanish and English languages in both oral and written form. General knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration with more specific knowledge of the planning process; and of program area to which assigned. General knowledge of the methods and techniques of social research and evaluation, of the program area under study. Ability to communicate effectively with professional and administrative personnel; exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures. Knowledge of computer-assisted GIS and statistical programs and working knowledge of statistical analysis of data. Ability to design data gathering instruments and to assess the validity of information obtained from these instruments; to analyze data and to draw conclusions from the analysis pertaining to the evaluation of the program; and make oral and written presentations on the analysis of the program. Considerable knowledge of environmental laws, rules, and procedures, as well as an understanding of the concepts of public health law. Knowledge in microbiology, biology, chemistry, food science, epidemiology, and other physical and earth sciences. General knowledge of the responsibilities of other agencies relating to environmental health and community resources. Considerable knowledge of communicable diseases, vector control, solid waste management, and protection of water supplies. Extensive knowledge in area of specialty. Ability to analyze and comprehend a wide variety of technical and administrative regulations, records, and reports. Ability to motivate and educate business and property owners and the consuming public in matters related to protecting and promoting public health. Must be able to periodically lift heavy objects, walk over rough terrain, and maneuver in close surroundings. Must be proficient in both written and oral communications. Ability to independently plan and schedule work activities and perform assignments. Ability to coordinate work in a specialized program. Ability to plan and implement education programs. Ability to work with others in solving the more complex environmental problems. Knowledge and ability to use personal computer in a Windows and Web Based Environment and experience with Geographic Information Systems and related software. Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. Honesty - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace. Integrity – Trustworthiness to a degree that one is incapable of being false to a trust, responsibility or pledge Judgment – Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to following policies and procedures. Safety-Minded – Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; Teamwork – Ability to work with others successfully and productively for the common cause and desired end goal. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Stand F Walk O Sit F Manually Manipulate O Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl N Squat or Kneel O Bend O Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less O 11-20 lbs. O 21-50 lbs. O 51-100 lbs. O Over 100 lbs. O Push/Pull 12 lbs or less O 13-25 lbs. O 26-40 lbs. O 41-100 lbs. O Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral) #J-18808-Ljbffr Alamance County Government