Environmental Health Specialist 1 (PN 20013962) - Hybrid

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:

• 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.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER 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.

Licensure as a Lead Risk Assessor in the State of Ohio required within 180 days from date of employment.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

• Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.

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.

Supplemental Information:

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 32, Step 1 of the union (OCSEA) Pay Range Schedule ($29.23 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($30.51) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

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BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.