NEOGOV · 14 hours ago
Environmental Health Spec I U31
KY 40202, KY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$26/hr - $26/hrNEOGOV is part of the Louisville Metro Government, and they are seeking an Environmental Health Specialist I. The purpose of this position is to conduct field inspections and provide information concerning environmental health issues, sanitary codes, and department procedures.
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Responsibilities
Inspects pools and other recreations areas; liquid and solid waste disposal systems and facilities; properties to determine compliance with vector control procedures; food handling and processing establishments, public assembly areas and nursing homes
Investigates reports of animal bites, food poisoning, tampering cases, establishments seeking permits, and complaints concerning pollution, housing, insect or rodent infestation and other health and environmental related problems
Collects samples for laboratory analysis, and conducts tests on sewage system, lakes and streams
Communicates with establishment owners to discuss violations and to explain procedures
Represents the department to community groups, organizations, media and the public to provide information and answer questions concerning premise sanitation, rodent control, proper food service techniques, sewage disposal and related issues
Conducts hearings to determine appropriate corrective action for violators, issues hearing notices and orders to initiate court action, prepares court cases, testifies in court, submits reports, and completes special projects
Serves on incident response teams during public health emergencies, requiring both on-call service and response during community emergencies
Implements environmental protection regulations and health standards for business, public and residential areas, inspecting public places and observing changes in the environmental
Assists in program planning; evaluating, drafting, and implementing code of ordinances and state regulations, including assisting with training other staff; and composing reports, public health advisories and public health materials for education and dissemination to the public
Performs related work as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Biological Science, Business or Public Administration, Community Health, Education, Engineering, Environmental Health or Studies, Mathematics, Physical Science, Pre-Law or related discipline. Twenty-four (24) semester hours must be in environmental health, biological science, or physical science
Certified as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian in the State of Kentucky (KRS 223.030)
Must provide one's own source of transportation
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history
Must be certified as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian in the State of Kentucky or must obtain within one (1) year of employment
Must obtain a Hazardous Materials Responder certification within one (1) year of being hired, pending training availability
Must pass annual physicals and able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus
Must obtain a public health pesticide applicator license within 90 days of being hired
Must pass state-sponsored training for each specific program
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Group Term Life
Supplemental Life
Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holiday Pay
Bereavement Leave
Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
457 Deferred Comp
Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
Tuition Assistance
Qualified Adult Benefits
Childcare Assistance
Free TARC Use
Paid Parental Leave
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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