Health Asbestos and Lead Inspector I

Overview

The Division of Environmental Health at the Vermont Department of Health has an exciting opportunity for a professional interested in protecting public health. We are looking for a well-organized person skilled at communicating clearly who wants to ensure Vermonters live, work, learn, and play in healthy environments.

This position will support the Division of Environmental Health's Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program team in a variety of ways including communicating with the public about safe asbestos and lead work practices and performing worksite inspections. Lead and asbestos are highly toxic compounds both with serious but preventable health effects. This is a dynamic position that includes both desk and field work and collaboration with state and local officials and the building industry. This position will work under the general supervision of the Asbestos and Lead Program Manager. We will provide the training you need on the topics of asbestos and lead.  

Examples of Work:

•    Perform worksite inspections 

•    Assist contractors with understanding the lead and asbestos regulations and performing safe work practices safe

•    Respond to requests for information from the public about lead and asbestos hazards

•    Assist with the development of educational materials  

•    Review and approval of contractor license and permit applications

•    Development and tracking of enforcement cases

For additional information about the position please feel free to review the job specifications found here.

MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES:

The Department of Health's mission is to promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of people in Vermont by advancing equity, protecting against disease and injury, and preparing for health emergencies. Our vision is that all people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being. Our values are equity, collaboration, inclusion, harmony, and data. Please review the Health Department Vision, Mission, and Values at

STRATEGIC GOALS:  

The Department of Health's strategic goals are:  
1.    Foster an inclusive workplace culture that promotes employee well-being and satisfaction. 
2.    Ensure the capacity to build, restore and sustain trusting relationships with communities and partners. 
3.    Increase data accessibility, equitable data collection, and meaningful analysis. 
4.    Increase capacity of the department to adapt and respond to the threat of climate change.  

Please review the Health Department Strategic Plan at  

Who May Apply

This position, Health Asbestos and Lead Inspector I - Limited Service (Job Requisition #53592), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 
If you would like more information about the duration of this position or other details, please contact
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail.  You must apply online to be considered.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS:  Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.  In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in office settings and in the field. Private means of transportation must be available for fieldwork. Duties will not always conform to a normal workday or workweek. Incumbents may be required to use personal protective equipment to perform some job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a physical or biological science, engineering, industrial hygiene, environmental health, public health, air quality, or architecture.

OR

Associate's degree in a physical or biological science, engineering, industrial hygiene, environmental health, public health, air quality, or architecture and one (1) year or more of experience in engineering, industrial hygiene, environmental health, public health, air quality, architecture, construction project management, health and safety or compliance enforcement work.

OR

Two (2) years or more of experience in engineering, industrial hygiene, environmental health, public health, air quality, architecture, construction project management, health and safety or compliance enforcement work.

Special Requirements

Must be Vermont certified or able to be certified in asbestos and lead consultant and contractor categories. Must be physically able to wear a respirator.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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