What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST I-III position at City of Amarillo?
SALARY: $24.038-$27.404 per hour ($50,000 - $57,000 per year) DOQ
SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Environmental Health Program Manager, the Environmental Health Specialist is responsible for safeguarding public health and safety by conducting field investigations, supporting educational initiatives, enforcing environmental health regulations related to sanitation and safety, and performing inspections within designated programs across the City of Amarillo and the Amarillo Area Public Health District. The work is guided by established departmental policies and procedures but requires the use of independent judgment and initiative. The ideal candidate must be capable of prioritizing and organizing tasks effectively, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Environmental Health Specialist I, Essential Responsibilities:
- Conducts pre-licensing, routine, and compliance inspections within the department’s assigned programs to ensure facilities are operating according to state law, city ordinance, and other relevant regulations.
- Provides on-site training, when necessary, on a variety of topics including, but not limited to, the prevention of food, water and vector borne illnesses.
- Conducts food, water and vector borne illness investigations, correcting violations of law leading to unsafe conditions impacting public health.
- Assists in investigations of environmental health nuisances and general complaints from the public, community partners and City departments.
- Prepare case files for citations, ensuring accuracy and completeness for submission to municipal and/or county courts.
- Prepare written reports to accurately document findings and communicate information in a clear and coherent manner.
- Perform administrative duties as needed, such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, scheduling inspections, and entering data into various software systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Environmental Health Specialist II, Essential Responsibilities:
- Conducts pre-licensing, routine, and compliance inspections within the department’s assigned programs to ensure facilities are operating according to state law, city ordinance, and other relevant regulations.
- Provides on-site training, when necessary, on a variety of topics including, but not limited to, the prevention of food, water and vector borne illnesses.
- Conducts food, water and vector borne illness investigations, correcting violations of law leading to unsafe conditions impacting public health.
- Assists in investigations of environmental health nuisances and general complaints from the public, community partners and City departments.
- Prepare case files for citations, ensuring accuracy and completeness for submission to municipal and/or county courts.
- Prepare written reports to accurately document findings and communicate information in a clear and coherent manner.
- Perform administrative duties as needed, such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, scheduling inspections, and entering data into various software systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Environmental Health Specialist III, Essential Responsibilities:
- Conducts pre-licensing, routine, and compliance inspections within the department’s assigned programs to ensure facilities are operating according to state law, city ordinance, and other relevant regulations.
- Provides on-site training, when necessary, on a variety of topics including, but not limited to, the prevention of food, water and vector borne illnesses.
- Conducts food, water and vector borne illness investigations, correcting violations of law leading to unsafe conditions impacting public health.
- Assists in investigations of environmental health nuisances and general complaints from the public, community partners and City departments.
- Prepare case files for citations, ensuring accuracy and completeness for submission to municipal and/or county courts.
- Prepare written reports to accurately document findings and communicate information in a clear and coherent manner.
- Perform administrative duties as needed, such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, scheduling inspections, and entering data into various software systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Environmental Health Specialist I:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours in basic or applied sciences. An unofficial transcript review is required prior to interview selection.
- Must obtain the "Registered Professional Sanitarian" license issued by the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation within two (2) years of employment.
- Must obtain the “Certified Food Manager” certification within six (6) months of employment.
- Maintains all certifications and licenses as required.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
Environmental Health Specialist II:
- Meets all the requires of an Environmental Health Specialist I with two (2) years of documented experience within Environmental Health related regulatory programs.
- Maintains all certifications and licenses as required.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
Environmental Health Specialist III:
- Meets all the requires of an Environmental Health Specialist I-II with four (4) years of documented experience within Environmental Health related regulatory programs.
- Must possess the “Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian” certification issued by the National Environmental Health Association prior to appointment.
- Maintains all certifications and licenses as required.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to operate computers for data entry and word processing.
- Ability to operate technical equipment such as test kits and all-terrain vehicles.
- Ability to interact with the public, community partners, and other stakeholders in a professional and effective manner.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
ADA PROFILE
Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
- Exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Perform physical activities including balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, walking, standing, kneeling, stooping, sitting, hearing, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, reaching, pulling, pushing, speaking, seeing, and talking.
- Make rational decisions and perform repetitive motions.
- Walk long distances on uneven terrain.
Employees assigned to work within the On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF) program must also be able to enter and exit excavated holes or ditches without assistance.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee works in a dynamic environment that requires being sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. The incumbent is subject to on-call and/or emergency call back as well as after hours, weekend and holiday work.
The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.
The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.
The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.
The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.
The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.
The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.
About Us
Start your career with the City of Amarillo today! We are committed to providing the highest quality services to our community, and we believe that starts with our team. As a city, we are dedicated to supporting our employees and providing opportunities for growth and development. Our mission is to create a safe, prosperous, and thriving community, and we know that starts with attracting and retaining the best talent. We are proud of our city and the work we do, and we are excited to welcome you to explore career opportunities with us.
Salary : $50,000 - $57,000
