Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Environmental Health Specialist in Training

Miami County Public Health

POSITION: Classified, benefits-eligible based on hours

HOURS: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm; some weekend and evening hours

SALARY: Environmental Health Specialist in Training (EHSIT) $19.60-$33.73/hour

Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) $23.14-$39.84/hour

(Commensurate with experience and skills)

OUR TEAM

At Miami County Public Health (MCPH), our mission is to prevent illness, promote healthy lifestyles, and protect every person who spends time in our community. Environmental Health (EH) strives to foster an environment of collaboration and growth, and pride ourselves on working together with the community to solve some of Public Health’s most difficult challenges. The EH Division strives to build a team of individuals with unique perspectives and talents that can add a diversity and depth to the division.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs inspections and related duties
Prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports
Writing, issuing, and enforcing violations in accordance with applicable laws and rules
Resolve complaints from the general public
Communicating effectively- written and oral
Educating operators and the general public
Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Word and Excel
Participate in public health emergency response as needed
May be required to testify in court proceedings
May be required to respond to a complaint after regular business hours
This position is primarily responsible for work in the Food, Pool, Body Art, and Smoke Free Workplace programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university which meets the educational requirements in Ohio Revised Code Section 3776.05.
A current and valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Environmental Health Specialist in Training license issued by the Ohio Department of Health; or ability to become registered as a Specialist in Training.
A valid Ohio driver’s license with own vehicle and ability to maintain a driving record that meets the insurability requirements of Miami County Public Health’s insurance provider.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:

Increase your listening skills
Multi-task and manage numerous business/community relationships
Develop the initial skills for leadership. Examples:
- Providing feedback
- Asking thoughtful questions
- Giving recognition when a job is well done
- Conflict resolution skills
Networking with community, government officials and other agencies

BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health Saving Account option
Agency provided telemedicine for employee and family members
Wellness Program
Agency provided life insurance with option of additional coverage
Paid time off, vacation and sick leave
13 paid holidays
40-hour week, will consider flexible work schedule
Work vehicle provided and may be used for commuting
Work phone offered or phone allowance
Ohio Public Employee Retirement System
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Paid professional membership, trainings, and conferences
Initial REHS credential exam cost covered, including exam prep course or material

If you would like to be a part of our team, please submit a cover letter, resume’, and application to: dpropes@miamicountyhealth.net

Application can be downloaded at: https://www.miamicountyhealth.net/employment-opportunities

Posted 11/6/2024; Posting Ends: Until Filled

Miami County Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age disability or military status in employment or the provision of services. Our agency is committed to the recruitment of diverse individuals who can offer different talents and perspectives to assist us in accomplishing our agency’s mission, vision, and fulfillment of the five core commitments.

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