Environmental Health Specialist Level 1, 2, 3, or 4

Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Bainbridge (Decatur County), GAJob Type: Full Time SalariedJob Number: 2025-11043Division/Section: District 8-2 County PositionOpening Date: 08/28/2025Closing Date: 9/8/2025 11:59 PM Eastern DescriptionDo you desire to make a difference in your community and be off most evenings and weekends? If so, this is the job for you!! Click here for videoEnvironmental Health Specialist Level 1, 2, 3, or 4Posted Date: August 28, 2025 Closing Date: September 08, 2025Position Type: 1 Full-time PositionBase Location: Decatur County Environmental Health Office/ 101 South Broad Street, Bainbridge, GAPaygrade/ Salary: H-$42,819.47, I- $47,101.41, J-$51,811.56, K-$58,547.06Job Code(s): RCP120, RCP121, RCP122, RCP123We offer: 13 paid holidays, Educational Support Leave, 3 wks. Annual Leave & 3 wks. Sick Leave earned in first year, a defined benefit retirement plan plus (employer-matched) 401(k) plan, Health and Flexible Benefits (Dental, Vision, Legal, Long-Term Care, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, and Spending Accounts). Job Responsibilities Inspects/audits assigned facilities (food service facilities, tourist accommodations, swimming pools, body art facilities, and more), home/building sites, septic tank installations, pools, and wells for compliance with health codes.Reviews applications, prepares permits, and reports.Investigates/responds to potential health hazards and complaintsResponds to Public Health EmergenciesPerforms animal bite and rabies investigationsMay be assigned to assist in other counties in the districtProvides exceptional customer service and maintains HIPAA StandardsFieldwork may require working in adverse weather conditions.The required computer skills include a mix of Office software, data management, and other reporting tools/software.May drive company vehicles (valid driver's license required). Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) and math courses. (Please mail or bring a copy of the college transcript or diploma to the interview; you must have an official transcript before the start date.). The ability to stoop, bend, and lift 60 pounds. Additional InformationPreferred QualificationsMaster's degreeRegistered Environmental Health Specialist or Registered Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) or the recognized credentialing board of a state or country having equivalent standards as NEHA One year of experience as an Environmental Health Specialist Previous employment with any state's Department of Public Health or a County Board of Health Current Certifications:Level II Inspector, Onsite Sewage Management ProgramFood Service StandardizationCertified Food Safety Manager (CFSM)Certified Swimming Pool Operator (CPO)A State Merit Application for Employment must be received by this office no later than the deadlineHighlight any experience related to the Preferred Qualifications. This position may require driving company vehicles (Valid driver's license required) and working some evenings and weekends during special events such as health fairs and responding to disasters. Selected applicant must consent to a motor vehicle record assessment. Points should be less than 10 and/or not negatively impact insurance rates for the agency. Drug screen, criminal background check, and immunization records may be required. If selected, male applicants between 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. All information submitted is subject to verification. We are an Equal Opportunity EmployerDue to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried EmployeesIn addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.Standard Benefits for Part-Time EmployeesPart-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.01 Please select one of the following that best describes your education and/or experience. Bachelor'sdegree froman accreditedcollege oruniversity, whichincludes thecompletion of 27semester or 40quarter hoursin laboratorysciences (e.g.,chemistry,biology, geology,physics, etc.). None of the above 02 Do you have a Master's Degree? Yes No 03 Do you have experience working for the Department of Public Health, a Public Health District, or a County Health Department? Department of Public Health Public Health District County Health Department None of the above 04 Are you a registered Environmental Health Specialist or registered Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA), or the recognizedcredentialing board of a state or country having equivalent standards as NEHA? Yes No 05 Do you have one year of experience as an Environmental Health Specialist? Yes No 06 Do you have any of the following certifications: Level IIInspector,Onsite SewageManagementProgram Food ServiceStandardization Certified FoodSafety Manager(CFSM) CertifiedSwimming PoolOperator (CPO) Required Question