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11/02/2022

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Darke County General Health District

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or related science (Biology, Chemistry, etc.); and one or two (2) years’ experience as an Environmental Health Specialist-In-Training as required by ORC 4736.08; and a record of average performance evaluations and the ability to independently perform Environmental Health duties; or any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a Certificate of Registration as Sanitarian issued by the Ohio Board of Sanitarian Registration in accordance with Chapter 4736 of the Ohio Revised code; must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain a driving record that meets the insurability requirements of the District’s insurance provider, and have proof of insurance on personal vehicle.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:  The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

Standard office equipment (e.g., computer, telephone, copier, fax machine, etc.); motor vehicle operation; inspection and testing equipment (e.g., transit/laser level, GPS, etc.); thermometers.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee may be exposed to, must negotiate, use, or work in the vicinity of:  materials containing asbestos or other hazardous materials (e.g., mold); hot, cold, humid, or windy weather conditions; extreme non-weather related heat or cold; radiant energy; upset or emotionally distraught individuals; may be exposed to potentially dangerous/fatal infectious diseases; open flames, boiling liquid, hot grease, and other commercial kitchen hazards; knives and other sharp kitchen instruments; hazardous driving conditions (e.g., snow, sleet, ice, etc.); bleach, disinfectants, and other industrial cleaning solutions; chlorine and other pool maintenance chemicals; raw sewage, human waste, insects, and other unsanitary materials; trenches, ditches, and other excavations; ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, tobacco smoke, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas; crowds; potentially vicious and rabid animals and their bodily fluids; frequently lifts objects 25 pounds or less; frequently carries objects 25 pounds or less; occasionally pushes objects 50 pounds or less; occasionally pulls objects 50 pounds or less.

Note:   In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered medium work.

In cases of emergency, unpredictable client situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than DOL strength ratings recommend.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:

JOB DUTIES in order of importance

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:  For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

• Performs routine and complex inspections, testing, sampling, plan review, and vector control duties in the following Environmental Health Programs: Food Service and Retail Food Operations, Vending, Schools, Camps, Public Swimming Pools and Spas, Private Water Systems, Sewage Treatment Systems, Solid Waste Disposal, Refuse hauling and/or Septage Hauling vehicles, Rabies Control (including shipment of specimen to lab for testing); investigates food-borne or other illnesses, public health nuisances, and safety hazards; conducts inspections of housing, water hauling vehicles, tattooing and body piercing, and smoke-free workplace complaints; collects water samples; performs routine tests according to established agency policy and procedures.  Good communication skills are necessary for educating and communicating with the public and regulated facilities.       

• Completes independently written inspection reports and investigation summaries in all of the Environmental Health Programs; completes routine reports, itineraries, mileage logs, time records, etc. thoroughly, accurately, and timely.

• Engages in a variety of training activities to develop knowledge and skills to perform public health enforcement activities and to conduct thorough inspections and complete concise reports on inspections; attends formal environmental health training courses conducted by local, state, federal, and university agencies; attends agency, public, and professional environmental health meetings; participates in formal self-study environmental health programs; Provides education and consultation to community groups and the public in Environmental Health code requirements, operational processes, and best practices. 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in Health Department disaster preparedness activities; may be required to report for work outside normal working hours during an emergency.  May be asked to participate in Epidemiology Training. 

• May be required to work evenings/ weekends as assigned. This may include, but is not limited to activities such as temporary food inspections, smoking complaints, investigations, festivals, public meetings and special events.

• Participates in Health Department disaster preparedness activities; may be required to report for work outside normal working hours during an emergency. 

• Projects a positive and professional image to clients.           

• Follows all Darke County Combined Health District safety policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality requirements in accordance with personnel policy; maintains all required licenses and/or certificates.

• Performs other duties as assigned or required by the Director of Environmental Health or Health Commissioner.

• Attends staff meeting and participates in department development.
  
  
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERISTICS: (*Indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of: inspection techniques; code enforcement procedures; *safety practices and procedures; *agency goals and objectives; *agency policies and procedures; government structure and process; environmental health; office practices and procedures; English grammar and spelling; public relations; workplace safety; sanitary practices; case management; biology; chemistry; microbiology.

Skill in: use of modern office equipment and software; use or operation of environmental health testing equipment.

Ability to: interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; deal with many variables and determine specific action; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations; exercise independent judgment and discretion; read, copy, and record figures accurately; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; copy records precisely without error; complete routine forms; prepare accurate documentation; prepare routine correspondence; write instructions and specifications; use proper research methods to gather data;  communicate effectively; train or instruct others; understand technical manuals and/or verbal instructions; gather, collate, and classify information; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; maintain records according to established procedures; develop and maintain effective working relationships; cooperate with co-workers on group projects; answer routine telephone inquiries; handle sensitive inquiries from and contacts with officials and general public.

Mail or email cover letter and resume to:  Darke County General Health District

                                                                   300 Garst Avenue

                                                                   Greenville, Ohio 45331

                                                                    ATTN: Jody Hocker

Or email: darkecohd@darkecountyhealth.org

Closing date to Apply: until position is filled

The Darke County General Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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