NEOGOV · 5 hours ago
Associate Environmental Health Specialist
San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$89K/yr - $108K/yrNEOGOV is seeking an Associate Environmental Health Specialist to join the County of Santa Clara's Department of Environmental Health. This role involves performing routine environmental health inspections and investigations under supervision, assisting experienced specialists, and preparing for the State Registration Exam.
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Responsibilities
Assists and performs permitting activities, inspections and investigations of environmental health conditions including but not limited to food facilities, food-borne illness investigations, public swimming pools, land development, water systems, solid/medical waste facilities, refuse collection and septage pumper vehicles, body art establishments, and control of vectors
Establishes conditions, compliance expectations and time frames for correction of environmental health and safety hazards
Gathers evidence of violations of applicable laws and assists in preparation of statements of evidence for closures, impounds, embargos or other court actions
Executes enforcement actions such as closures, impounds, and embargoes
Collects samples of water, food, beverage, potentially hazardous substances and other specimens for laboratory tests
Investigates complaints and suspected violations of state and local health and environmental laws
Participates in standardized food facility inspections; participates in specialized inspections such as epidemiological investigations and hazard assessments
Instructs food handlers in food safety principles during performance based inspections
Keeps abreast of new science, technologies and trends; develops an understanding of new environmental laws and regulations
Participates in continuing education as required by departmental needs and assignments or state regulations
May consult with and advise individuals on proper methods of improvement and implementation of corrective action for unsanitary conditions
May attend meetings and confers with governmental groups; communicates with culturally diverse local community groups
Keeps records and prepares oral and written reports
May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required
Performs other related duties, as required
Qualification
Required
Possession of a valid Letter of Eligibility issued by the California Department of Public Health, which outlines the additional training and experience required to become eligible to register for the Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) certification examination
Possess and maintain a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) licensure issued by the State of California within the allotted time set forth by the California Department of Public Health for the duration of employment or vacate the position
Possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization
Basic principles of environmental health and safety and environmental and sanitary sciences
Elementary methods and procedures used to conduct research, inspections or investigations
Common computer systems and applications
English usage, style, grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Read and understand material safety data sheets and other safety communications
Interpret laws and enforce laws, regulations, codes and ordinances
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public and representatives of other agencies
Keep accurate records
Prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports
Follow oral and written instructions
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures
Work well under close supervision
Use computer systems and applications
Benefits
Comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays
Generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually
Robust retirement plans including a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan and the CalPERS pension plan
Health Flexible Spending Account (HFSA)
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
Life and AD&D
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Wellness
Education Reimbursement
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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