What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health Specialist position at COUNTY OF CHESTERFIELD?
Job Description:
This is an exciting opportunity to join the County of Chesterfield as an Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with experience in occupational safety and health and environmental compliance.
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in environmental, occupational health and safety, fire safety, engineering, or a related science. A minimum of three years of experience working in the occupational safety and health and environmental compliance field is required.
The successful candidate will possess strong written communication and oral presentation skills, as well as be competent with Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. Certification in CPR/AED and First Aid, or capability of being trained and certified in these subjects, is also preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Verify compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations
- Implement and maintain programs to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations
- Support Environmental Management System program
- Oversee departmental safety and environmental training requirements
- Provide environmental, occupational health and safety compliance and technical guidance and support services
