Environmental Health Specialist

Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.

As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.

Description

Gaston County Public Health is committed to protecting, promoting and preserving the health and well-being of all Gaston County residents.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform.

• Conduct inspections of various types of food establishments, lodging facilities, institutions, long term care facilities, and residential care facilities to ensure compliance with NC State laws and administrative rules.
• Inspect childcare centers and schools to ensure compliance with NC State laws and administrative rules.
• Permit and inspect public swimming pools and tattoo artists to ensure compliance with NC State laws and administrative rules.
• Responsibilities consist of sanitation inspections of food, lodging, child day care, tattoo, public swimming pool, and institutional facilities in the county; perform office duties involving telephone correspondence with public, complete necessary reports, permits, and correspondences; conduct workshops to educate food-handlers, managers, students, etc., on environmental health issues; and attend continuing education meetings and conferences to stay updated on methods and to maintain Registered Environmental Health Specialist certification.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor's or postgraduate degree from a program that is accredited by the National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accreditation Council (EHAC); OR
• Graduation with a Bachelor's or postgraduate degree with a minimum of 30 semester hours in the physical, biological, natural, life, or health sciences; OR
• Graduation with a Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in public health and has one or more years in the of experience in the field of environmental health practice.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Current authorization in food and lodging, pools and tattoos, childcares, and schools and 3 years of experience as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist in food and lodging and/or current registration as an Environmental Health Specialist by the North Carolina Board of Environmental Health Specialist Examiners.

• If not a NC Registered Environmental Health Specialist, training and authorizations can be provided if educational requirements are met.
  
  

A copy of your college transcripts must be attached to your application. Failure to attach your transcripts will result in your application being rejected.

Additional Information

The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.

At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Gaston County will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Full-Time employees are eligible for the total compensation package which includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Pension
• 401K (with 5% county contribution annually)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounted YMCA Membership

Part-Time employees are eligible for certain benefits as a part of employment with Gaston County such as:

• Pro-Rated Sick and Annual Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Local Government Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Half-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.

To learn more details about the many benefits we provide view our Employee Benefits Guide.

Overall, if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, Gaston County is the place for you.

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Which of the selection below describes your education qualifications for this position?

• Bachelor's or postgraduate degree from a program that is accredited by the National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accreditation Council (EHAC)
• Bachelor's or postgraduate degree with a minimum of 30 semester hours in the physical, biological, natural, life, or health sciences
• Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in public health and has one or more years in the of experience in the field of environmental health practice
• Other
  
  

02

Do you have at least three (3) years of experience as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist in food and lodging?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Are you currently registered as an Environmental Health Specialist by the North Carolina Board of Environmental Health Specialist Examiners?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Have you attached a copy of your college transcripts as required? Failure to do so will result in your application being rejected.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question