What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health Specialist 1 (PN 20013962) - Hybrid position at Ohio Department of Health?
What You'll Do
The Bureau of Environmental Health and Radiation Protection is seeking a candidate to fill our Environmental Health Specialist 1 position. This position will conduct environmental health inspections, surveys & /or investigations & enforcement activities in lead poisoning prevention for the Public Health Lead Investigation Program & assist higher-level environmental health specialists in providing technical assistance & consultation (e.g., reviews laws, rules & their significance. This position will:
Must acquire registration as an environmental health specialist in training or environmental health specialist prior to engaging in practice of environmental health, but not later than 90 days from date of employment.
Licensure as a Lead Risk Assessor in the State of Ohio required within 180 days from date of employment.
Must acquire registration as an environmental health specialist in training or environmental health specialist prior to engaging in practice of environmental health, but not later than 90 days from date of employment & in addition to proceeding, must meet one of following options if applicable for area to be assigned: Graduated from an accredited college or university with at least a baccalaureate degree, including at least forty-five quarter units or thirty semester units of science courses approved by the director; and completed at least two years of full-time employment as an environmental health specialist; must be able to provide own transportation.
Job Skills: Environmental Services
Technical: Equipment Operations, Inspection Principles, Training
Professional: Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Responsiveness
Educational Transcript Requirements
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.
Organization
Health
Agency Contact Name and Information
HR will contact you if selected for an interview.
Unposting Date
Feb 7, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Health Department Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$29.23
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8am-5pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Environmental Services
Technical Skills
Inspection Principles, Environmental Services, Equipment Operations, Training
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Responsiveness
Agency Overview
Environmental Health Specialist 1
About Us
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans.Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements
The Bureau of Environmental Health and Radiation Protection is seeking a candidate to fill our Environmental Health Specialist 1 position. This position will conduct environmental health inspections, surveys & /or investigations & enforcement activities in lead poisoning prevention for the Public Health Lead Investigation Program & assist higher-level environmental health specialists in providing technical assistance & consultation (e.g., reviews laws, rules & their significance. This position will:
- provide technical assistance to the public, property owners, & parents/guardians of children with lead exposure concerning the public health lead investigation process & interpretation of Ohio Revised Code 3742 and Ohio Administrative Code 3701-30
- provide risk assessments, environmental & investigative services at the direction of supervisor
- examine inspection, risk assessment, contractor & project designer reports, prior notifications, Lead Hazard Control Orders & other documents related to R.C. Chapter 3742 to assure that the lead abatement plans are appropriate & that abatement and hazard reduction methods are in compliance with state law & rules
- assist Program Administrator in developing & conducting training activities designed to educate local health department personnel & local officials on lead abatement procedures
- provide consultation to contractors on alternative approaches for abating & managing lead problems.
Must acquire registration as an environmental health specialist in training or environmental health specialist prior to engaging in practice of environmental health, but not later than 90 days from date of employment.
Licensure as a Lead Risk Assessor in the State of Ohio required within 180 days from date of employment.
Must acquire registration as an environmental health specialist in training or environmental health specialist prior to engaging in practice of environmental health, but not later than 90 days from date of employment & in addition to proceeding, must meet one of following options if applicable for area to be assigned: Graduated from an accredited college or university with at least a baccalaureate degree, including at least forty-five quarter units or thirty semester units of science courses approved by the director; and completed at least two years of full-time employment as an environmental health specialist; must be able to provide own transportation.
- Or Graduated from an accredited college or university with at least a baccalaureate degree, completed a major in environmental health science which included an internship program approved by the director; and completed at least one year of full-time employment as an environmental health specialist; must be able to provide own transportation.
- Or Graduated from an accredited college or university with a degree higher than a baccalaureate degree, including at least forty-five quarter units or thirty semester units of science courses approved by the director; and completed at least one year of full-time employment as an environmental health specialist; must be able to provide own transportation. Note: Pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code Rule 4736-8-01(C): Science courses approved by the board shall be in biology, chemistry, physics, geology, mathematics, or statistics and be applicable to the practice of environmental health science.
- Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
- Bachelors or advanced degree in one of the physical or environmental sciences
- Experience working in lead primary prevention field
- Experience working with local, state, or federal health or housing rules/regulations
- Experience with providing technical assistance/consultation regarding health or housing programs
- Experience writing technical reports and letters
- Certification as a lead risk assessor
- Experience using computer software (e.g., Word, Excel)
- Experience preparing and delivering speeches and presentations
Job Skills: Environmental Services
Technical: Equipment Operations, Inspection Principles, Training
Professional: Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Responsiveness
Educational Transcript Requirements
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.
Organization
Health
Agency Contact Name and Information
HR will contact you if selected for an interview.
Unposting Date
Feb 7, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Health Department Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
$29.23
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8am-5pm
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Environmental Services
Technical Skills
Inspection Principles, Environmental Services, Equipment Operations, Training
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Responsiveness
Agency Overview
Environmental Health Specialist 1
About Us
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans.Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.
The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements
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