Environmental Health Specialist
Union County Health Department
Full-Time, Classified, Hourly, Non-Exempt. 37.50 hours per week, Monday – Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends. The pay range for this position is $22.13 – 30.69 per hour (based on experience) for an Environmental Health Specialist in Training; $25.10 - $34.13 per hour (based on experience) for an Environmental Health Specialist.
Plan, organize, and conduct inspections in the Sewage, Operations & Maintenance (O&M), Water, and Solid and Infections Waste programs. Perform operation permit inspections of household sewage disposal systems, private water wells, and semi-public sewage systems. Collect water and effluent samples and investigations of safety hazards. Perform routine environmental health testing, document findings, and follow up on violations. Contact homeowners, operators, and officials to schedule appointments. Apply standardized methodology to enforce state and local laws and regulations for abatement of unsanitary conditions. Cross-train in other Environmental Health programs. Maintain professional relationships. Prepare documents, update and maintain records, and participate in policy development.
Must be detail oriented, organized, possess strong oral and written communication skills, excellent time management skills, and strong customer service skills. A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or a related health field, registered in Ohio as an Environmental Health Specialist or Environmental Health Specialist in Training, and the ability to maintain registration required. Must be willing to obtain Ohio Radon Tester license, and must be able to maintain license. A valid Ohio Driver’s License, valid auto liability insurance, the ability to maintain auto liability insurance, and the ability to maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy essential. Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted and up to 50 pounds with assistance necessary. Previous experience as an Environmental Health Specialist in Training, and in the sewage, operation & maintenance, water, and/or solid waste programs preferred.
Resumes will be accepted through until the position is filled. Preference will be given to internal applicants who apply on or before May 8, 2025.
The Union County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, veteran or military status, national origin, age (40 or over), disability, genetic information, or other protected criteria.