Environmental Health Outreach Specialist

Salary : $54,184.26 - $61,827.48 AnnuallyLocation : Alexandria, VAJob Type : Full-TimeJob Number : 2025-00225Department : Health DepartmentDivision : ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTHOpening Date : 01 / 17 / 2025Closing Date : 1 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM EasternBargaining Unit : N / AEnvironmental Health Outreach SpecialistThe City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter of the City's square miles have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Environmental Health Outreach Specialist position.An Overview Alexandria Health Department (AHD) is seeking an experienced, self-motivated candidate to join our Environmental Health Outreach Specialist position. This position will inspect pools, respond to pool complaints, investigate bite reports to prevent the spread of rabies within our community, manage mosquito complaints, and be responsible for championing Environmental Health outreach efforts within the City.The Opportunity - Examples of Work Conducts aquatic health inspections, including complaint response, confirming permit paperwork is in order; testing water pH level and ensuring proper filtration system is in operation.Partners with the Alexandria Animal Welfare League to support rabies prevention through outreach activities.Investigates bite reports.Assists in the preparation of reports, correspondence and other administrative tasks.Provides education and outreach to the community on environmental health issues.Works with City partners and community partners to identify outreach opportunities across the agency.Creates content for dissemination via website and various City social media platforms.Researches, creates and makes presentations.Provides initial response to mosquito complaints.Performs related work as required.About the Department Alexandria Health Department (AHD) is one of 35 health districts in Virginia. As part of the Virginia Department of Health, AHD serves the residents, businesses, and visitors of Alexandria and works closely with the City of Alexandria and community partners to achieve its mission and vision. Alexandria, comprised of 15.75 square miles and a population of approximately 150,000, is the most densely populated city in Virginia and is rich in diversity and community engagement. AHD's mission is "Protecting and Promoting Health and Well-Being in Our Communities" and our vision is "Healthy People, Healthier Communities." We view "health" in the broadest sense and this drives our path towards continuous health improvement with a focus on equity of the social determinants of health. The Environmental Health Division prides itself on its commitment to ensuring public health and safety, working together as a team, and our dedication to continuing education as well as cross training our staff in all areas of environmental health. We always strive to provide excellent customer service to the citizens that we assist, and the people that we work with. Furthermore, we believe that education is the key to ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. These values of the Environmental Health Division at AHD make it ideal for those wishing to obtain training and experience in the environmental and public health fields. Minimum & Additional Requirements In order to qualify for the position you must possess a Two-year relevant college degree in environmental health, public health, biology, or other science-based degree; equivalent work experience in aquatic health, food safety, or other areas of environmental health that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; or a combination of education and experience; basic knowledge of food safety principles, aquatic health principles, and / or vector-borne illnesses; must have reliable means of transportation to travel within City limits to conduct inspections and other work-related purposes. Preferred Qualifications To be considered as an ideal candidate, one should possess Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science such as Environmental Health, Biology, Public Health Education or comparable experience. Significant experience presenting public health information to large community groups. Experience creating and developing training materials and outreach opportunities. Experience with rabies response, including investigating bite reports, submitting specimens for testing and liaising with animal owners and victims. Experience investigating mosquito complaints. Previous pool inspection experience. Bilingual in English / Spanish. Notes This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to driving record check, previous education and employment verification, and criminal background check. Work is conducted in various environments, including outdoors. This position is required to work on weekend days and evenings on a regular basis. We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Also, temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Benefits Division of the Department of Human Resources at 703.746.3785 or email 01 Do you have an Associate Degree or at least two years of relevant experience? Yes No 02 This position requires individuals to deliver public health messaging to a variety of audiences. Do you have experience teaching or educating a group of people including senior officials, politicians, and private citizens? Yes No 03 If you answered yes to the previous question, please briefly describe your experience teaching or educating a group of people including senior officials, politicians, and private citizens. If you answered no, write NA. 04 Do you have at least one year of experience working with the public, taking complaint information and problem solving? Yes No 05 If you answered yes to the previous question. Please briefly describe your experience with taking complaint information and problem solving. If you answered no, write NA. 06 This position requires individuals to spend time outdoors inspecting swimming pools. Work is conducted in various weather conditions, and requires walking, climbing stairs, stepping over or around piping, and repeatedly bending, stooping and crouching. Would you be able to reasonably meet these requirements? Yes No 07 Please briefly describe any previous experience you have conducting regulatory inspections and / or knowledge of operating pools and spas. If you have no experience, write NA. 08 Please list any current pool operator and / or lifeguard certifications / credentials you have. If you have no current certifications / credentials, please write NA. 09 Do you speak, read and write Spanish fluently? Yes No Required Question

Salary : $54,184 - $61,827