What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environment Health Associate position at Virginia Department of Health?
Title: Environment Health Associate
State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III
Hiring Range: $32,843.00-$46,500.00
Pay Band: NV 3
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: PRINCE WILLIAM-EH & VITAL REC
Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/prince-william
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
requiring some independent judgment and knowledge of EH laws and regulations.
Responsibilities include multiple tasks which collectively dominate the position’s work
such as: (1) Drafts schematic drawings for water, well and septic system construction
permits; takes field notes or EH Specialist (EHS) field notes and information from plat
and application; develops schematic for the permit package using CAD software. (2)
Completes various permit/certificate packages for EHS review and signature. (3)
Explains permit or certification requirements to others. (4) Performs on-site
monitoring of completed wells in uncomplicated situations; determines compliance of
well location within permitted area and compliance with well constructions
techniques; reporting results to EHS. (5) Monitors sites and collects soil and water
samples in support of the sewage, swimming pool and marina programs. (6) Performs
routine investigations of animal bites, monitors confined animals to observe
conditions, removes animal heads for rabies examination and packages for transport
(7) Transports rabies, soils and food specimens/samples. (8) Performs other routine
environmental investigations of low technical complexity in response to public health
complaints such as: verifying excessive grass height, observing open trash, confirming
the ongoing presence of standing water, etc.
1.Rabies Prevention and General Environmental Field Surveillance.
- Investigates assigned animal bites within established timeline.
- Collects, prepares, and ships samples for lab analysis according to protocols.
- Uses good judgment in managing time and resources to carry out these programs.
- Maintains good communication with local officials and vets
2. Marina and Technical Environmental Services Inspections
- AII marinas, other places where boats are moored and boating access facilities shalt receive one or more inspections per year of the sewerage facilities, sewerage systems and treatment work to ensure compliance with the Marina Regulations.
- AII campgrounds, seasonal lodging and tourist establishments shall be inspected as required by pertinent regulation to ensure compliance with the Campground, Swimming Pool, Hotel, Summer Camp, or Migrant Labor Camp regulations.
3. Onsite Sewage and Water Program.
- Assists implementation of the onsite sewage and water program through water well construction inspection, review and filing of onsite sewage system operation and maintenance reports and assisting the public through review of submitted permit applications for completeness.
- With appropriate training, evaluates sites for private water wells and assists with permit drafting; reports results to EHS.
4. Documentation/Records and Other Duties
- Provides complete documentation of all program activities by accurate and timely use of state environmental database which may include CAD drafting/permit design, standardized forms, policy, and procedure manuals, maintaining complete case records and preparing detailed correspondences.
- Oversees hard-copy files, transmits, and receives phone calls and schedules daily work.
- Ensures timely response to public inquiry.
- May be required to perform other duties; may include functions in support of an emergency declaration.
The Prince William Health District is a growing, diverse, and dynamic community in
Northern Virginia located approximately 30 miles from Washington, D.C. As part of the
Virginia Department of Health, we offer 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life
insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation
Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
Minimum Qualifications
- Additional study in health promotion/or public health is preferred
- Experience in a public health setting or one related to disease prevention and health promotion
- Skills in composition of reports, data entry and effective communication
- Proficient in basic computer software programs
- Ability to conduct inspections and investigations in all areas of environmental health, to work outdoors and perform moderately strenuous physical labor during all seasons
- Skills in problem solving essential
- Ability to work with diverse cultural backgrounds
- A valid State Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency
Additional Considerations
Experience in environmental health support
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration
Contact Information
Name: Antonio Martin
Phone: 703.792.6344
Email: antonio.martin@vdh.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $32,843 - $46,500
