Environmental Health Specialist II

Introduction

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Summary Statement

The position will report to an Environmental Health Specialist III in the Environmental Health Field Services office for Sussex County. Duties include performing complex health risk assessments in accordance with the Regulations for Food Establishments, Public Swimming Pools, Recreational Camps, Migrant Camps, Body Art Establishments, Ice Manufacturing, Cosmetology, Barbering and Private Drinking Water, conducting consumer complaint inspections, providing education to permit holders on program regulations, reviewing past reports to identify compliance history and potential risk factor trends, imposing fees for noncompliance and other tasks as assigned.\r\n

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. \r\n\r\nPerforms complex health risk assessment in one or more health project areas, using appropriate testing instruments and equipment. Performs routine and emergency sampling and testing of water and food. \r\nProvides consultation for owners of business or industry concerning applicable environmental regulations and assists in developing plans for abatement and compliance. \r\nPromotes a variety of environmental health issues to consumers, community organizations, State and Federal agencies and industry. May speak at public meetings. \r\nTrains co-workers and subordinates in area of specialty. Provides technical assistance as needed. \r\nReviews past reports and submitted plans for alteration or construction of eating establishments to ensure completeness of application before it goes through entire plan review process. \r\nEnforces compliance of facilities requiring corrective action by reinspecting, writing violation letters and initiating legal action. \r\nInvestigates consumer complaints and accidents involving hazardous substances. Initiates enforcement of laws and regulations. \r\nWrites routine reports. Keeps accurate logs and records.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Health Specialist II\r\nApplicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:\r\n\r\n Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher. \r\n Six months experience in conducting on-site inspections to identify, assess and control actual or potential environmental health risks. \r\n Six months experience in enforcing compliance with laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. \r\n Six months experience in narrative report writing.\r\n Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).\r\n\r\n

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.\r\nDHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.\r\nAll new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.\r\n

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.� It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.� For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.�� Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\r\nOnce you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.� Please keep your contact information current.� You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.\r\n

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.�\r\nIndividuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting�delawarerelay.com.�\r\nIf you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.\r\nThe State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.�\r\n