Environmental Health Specialist II

2 months ago

Newark, United States DelDOT Full time

Introduction

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Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

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Summary Statement

The incumbent will report to an Environmental Health Specialist III in the Environmental Health Field Services office for New Castle County. Duties include performing complex health risk assessments in accordance with the Regulations for Food Establishments, Public Swimming Pools, Recreational Camps, Body Art Establishments, Ice Manufacturing, Cosmetology, Barbering and Private Drinking Water, conducting consumer complaint inspections, providing education to permit holders on program regulations, reviewing past reports to identify compliance history and potential risk factor trends, imposing fees for noncompliance and other tasks as assigned.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Performs complex health risk assessment in one or more health project areas, using appropriate testing instruments and equipment. Performs routine and emergency sampling and testing of water and food.
Provides consultation for owners of business or industry concerning applicable environmental regulations and assists in developing plans for abatement and compliance.
Promotes a variety of environmental health issues to consumers, community organizations, State and Federal agencies and industry. May speak at public meetings.
Trains co-workers and subordinates in area of specialty. Provides technical assistance as needed.
Reviews past reports and submitted plans for alteration or construction of eating establishments to ensure completeness of application before it goes through entire plan review process.
Enforces compliance of facilities requiring corrective action by reinspecting, writing violation letters and initiating legal action.
Investigates consumer complaints and accidents involving hazardous substances. Initiates enforcement of laws and regulations.
Writes routine reports. Keeps accurate logs and records.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Health Specialist II
 Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher. Six months experience in conducting on-site inspections to identify, assess and control actual or potential environmental health risks. Six months experience in enforcing compliance with laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. Six months experience in narrative report writing. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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