Mecklenburg County
Environmental Health Specialist - Groundwater and Wastewater Services
Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
Environmental Health Specialist - Groundwater and Wastewater Services
“Follow Your Calling, Find Your Career”
Salary Range: $57,346.00 - $75,266.63/year. This is an exempt (salary) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
This role is on-site 5 days a week.
About Us
Mecklenburg County Public Health offers a supportive, inclusive culture and technology to help you grow. As a member of the Mecklenburg County Public Health team, you will become a subject matter expert in the public health field. The County emphasizes a vision to assure the health and safety of our diverse and changing community today and for future generations.
Position Summary Performs technical, investigative, and regulatory work to protect and promote the public’s health by enforcing multiple codes and regulations. The position will be with Mecklenburg County Environmental Health in the groundwater section. Responsibilities include completing well surveys around Mecklenburg County Priority (MPL) sites, completing monitoring well inspections, and providing private water supply well sampling, among other duties. Determines public health risk factors based on field and laboratory findings and decides what level of immediate and/or legal remediation is appropriate.
Essential Functions
Work cooperatively with operators of systems and establishments to improve operational processes to reduce risk of illness and diagnose problems related to operations impacting public health and safety.
Conduct field tests, sampling, and investigations to assess potential biological, physical, and chemical contamination of food, groundwater, and the physical environment; determine sources of and methods for control of hazards.
Review inspection reports and monitor follow-up corrective and enforcement actions; plan long-term and short-term resolutions to violations that are critical due to lack of compliance with state and local regulations.
Investigate complaints from the public, medical referrals, and community illness reports concerning suspected violations of environmental laws, rules, and regulations.
Coordinate and participate in enforcement actions with external agencies such as Fire and Police.
Prepare reports, correspondence, and other documents concerning complaints and enforcement activities.
Consult with management, other state and local governmental agencies, and industry representatives on food and water safety and environmental concerns.
Utilize data processing applications involving databases and spreadsheets to compile, inventory, and manage field testing, sampling, and investigations data.
Provide field training for new employees and other public health personnel.
Serve as an educational resource to the public, property owners, establishment operators and their staff about environmental water and food safety practices designed to prevent the spread of disease.
Review and approve/disapprove plans for construction, repair, and/or safe abandonment of onsite wastewater systems and wells; construction or remodeling of food service establishments, public swimming pools, and institutions.
Issue or modify operational permits when work is completed and in compliance with local and state requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Two years of experience or equivalent education and experience in the field of environmental health practice.
Education:
Educational requirements are mandated by NC General Statute 90A 53(3): graduate from a baccalaureate or postgraduate degree program accredited by EHAC; or graduate from a program accredited by CHEA with at least 30 semester hours or equivalent in physical or biological sciences.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
Licenses and Certifications
Chapter 90A of the NC General Statutes requires registration with the NC State Board of Environmental Health Specialists Examiners as a “Registered Environmental Health Specialist.”
All requirements for registration, including passing a comprehensive exam, must be met within three years from date of registration or the incumbent cannot practice in this field.
Additional requirements include: completion of Centralized Intern Training (NCDHHS); 15 contact hours of Board-approved continuing education annually; Environmental Health Law course within five years of initial registration.
State authorization or licensure in one or more fields: Food, Lodging and Institutions (FLI); Child-Care and School Sanitation (CCSS); Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention (CLPP); Public Swimming Pools (PSP).
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License and county driving privileges; annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
State laws and regulations, county ordinances, administrative rulings, and judicial decisions pertaining to environmental health and sanitation; communicable diseases, transmission methods, and prevention; proper sampling techniques and operation of necessary equipment.
Skills:
Application of rules, interpretations, policies, procedures; effective field evaluation techniques; statistical analysis of outbreaks; effective written and oral communication; customer service; ability to communicate with diverse populations.
Abilities:
Learning agility; collaboration; clear communication; planning and organizing; ability to work with others to achieve results.
Computer Skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Compensation & Benefits Mecklenburg County offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, accident, cancer, and other insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holidays, vacation, and sick days; near-site clinics; employee discounts; employee assistance program; fitness facilities access; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; and a 5% employer match on retirement savings with a defined benefit plan.
Work Environment Works outdoors and is exposed to weather conditions.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement This is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements, or working conditions. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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“Follow Your Calling, Find Your Career”
Salary Range: $57,346.00 - $75,266.63/year. This is an exempt (salary) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
This role is on-site 5 days a week.
About Us
Mecklenburg County Public Health offers a supportive, inclusive culture and technology to help you grow. As a member of the Mecklenburg County Public Health team, you will become a subject matter expert in the public health field. The County emphasizes a vision to assure the health and safety of our diverse and changing community today and for future generations.
Position Summary Performs technical, investigative, and regulatory work to protect and promote the public’s health by enforcing multiple codes and regulations. The position will be with Mecklenburg County Environmental Health in the groundwater section. Responsibilities include completing well surveys around Mecklenburg County Priority (MPL) sites, completing monitoring well inspections, and providing private water supply well sampling, among other duties. Determines public health risk factors based on field and laboratory findings and decides what level of immediate and/or legal remediation is appropriate.
Essential Functions
Work cooperatively with operators of systems and establishments to improve operational processes to reduce risk of illness and diagnose problems related to operations impacting public health and safety.
Conduct field tests, sampling, and investigations to assess potential biological, physical, and chemical contamination of food, groundwater, and the physical environment; determine sources of and methods for control of hazards.
Review inspection reports and monitor follow-up corrective and enforcement actions; plan long-term and short-term resolutions to violations that are critical due to lack of compliance with state and local regulations.
Investigate complaints from the public, medical referrals, and community illness reports concerning suspected violations of environmental laws, rules, and regulations.
Coordinate and participate in enforcement actions with external agencies such as Fire and Police.
Prepare reports, correspondence, and other documents concerning complaints and enforcement activities.
Consult with management, other state and local governmental agencies, and industry representatives on food and water safety and environmental concerns.
Utilize data processing applications involving databases and spreadsheets to compile, inventory, and manage field testing, sampling, and investigations data.
Provide field training for new employees and other public health personnel.
Serve as an educational resource to the public, property owners, establishment operators and their staff about environmental water and food safety practices designed to prevent the spread of disease.
Review and approve/disapprove plans for construction, repair, and/or safe abandonment of onsite wastewater systems and wells; construction or remodeling of food service establishments, public swimming pools, and institutions.
Issue or modify operational permits when work is completed and in compliance with local and state requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Two years of experience or equivalent education and experience in the field of environmental health practice.
Education:
Educational requirements are mandated by NC General Statute 90A 53(3): graduate from a baccalaureate or postgraduate degree program accredited by EHAC; or graduate from a program accredited by CHEA with at least 30 semester hours or equivalent in physical or biological sciences.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
Licenses and Certifications
Chapter 90A of the NC General Statutes requires registration with the NC State Board of Environmental Health Specialists Examiners as a “Registered Environmental Health Specialist.”
All requirements for registration, including passing a comprehensive exam, must be met within three years from date of registration or the incumbent cannot practice in this field.
Additional requirements include: completion of Centralized Intern Training (NCDHHS); 15 contact hours of Board-approved continuing education annually; Environmental Health Law course within five years of initial registration.
State authorization or licensure in one or more fields: Food, Lodging and Institutions (FLI); Child-Care and School Sanitation (CCSS); Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention (CLPP); Public Swimming Pools (PSP).
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License and county driving privileges; annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
State laws and regulations, county ordinances, administrative rulings, and judicial decisions pertaining to environmental health and sanitation; communicable diseases, transmission methods, and prevention; proper sampling techniques and operation of necessary equipment.
Skills:
Application of rules, interpretations, policies, procedures; effective field evaluation techniques; statistical analysis of outbreaks; effective written and oral communication; customer service; ability to communicate with diverse populations.
Abilities:
Learning agility; collaboration; clear communication; planning and organizing; ability to work with others to achieve results.
Computer Skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Compensation & Benefits Mecklenburg County offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, accident, cancer, and other insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holidays, vacation, and sick days; near-site clinics; employee discounts; employee assistance program; fitness facilities access; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; and a 5% employer match on retirement savings with a defined benefit plan.
Work Environment Works outdoors and is exposed to weather conditions.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement This is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements, or working conditions. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
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