Employment Type : Full-Time
Description This position is located in Augusta, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. If relocating to the Augusta area, please specify on the application. ****Transcripts must be attached to the application for consideration*** Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The East Central Health District is the lead agency entrusted by the people of the state of Georgia with the ultimate responsibility for the health of communities and the entire population.
The agency is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Environmental Health Specialist 1, 2, or 3 for Richmond County.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 12 paid holidays, 401K, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Under supervision, performs inspections, interviews, and technical reviews for an environmental health program in a public health department. Investigates complaints and recommends enforcement action as necessary.
• Performs inspections, interviews, technical reviews and recommends enforcement actions as needed • Plans and conducts facility audits and inspections
• 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
Minimum Qualifications
Environmental Health Specialist I: Completion of a bachelor's degree at an accredited four-year college or university which included the completion of forty (40) quarter hours (or 27 semester hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) OR Bachelor’s Degree in a directly related field. $32,220 BS degree $33,831 MS Degree
Environmental Health Specialist II: With above qualifications must have one year of full time professional level environmental health experience equivalent to an Environmental Health Specialist I must have attended and completed the Georgia Environmental Health Specialist Training. $36,328 BS Degree $38,144 MS Degree
Environmental Health Specialist III: With above qualifications must have one year of full time professional level environmental health experience equivalent to an Environmental Health Specialist II must have attended and completed the Georgia Environmental Health Specialist Training. $39,098 BS Degree $41,053 MS Degree
In addition to the above qualifications, the following are preferred:
Completion of a major in environmental health science. Completion of a Masters degree. Current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA), or the recognized credentialing board of a sate or country having equivalent standards as NEHA. Currently qualified as a Standardized Retail Food Inspection Officer
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, 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.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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 position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.