Environmental Health County Manager
Apply NowCompany: Georgia Department of Public Health
Location: Columbus, GA 31907
Description:
Salary : $78,496.80 Annually
Location : Columbus, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2023-05450
Division/Section: District 7 County Position
Opening Date: 08/09/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
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Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
Job Responsibilities
You will support the Department by utilizing your expertise to fulfill the following responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (OR 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND Two years of experience as a PH Environmental Health Specialist 4 (RCP123) or position equivalent OR One year of experience as a PH Environmental Health Specialist 5 (RCP124) or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Supervisory experience preferred. Completion of a Master's degree in Environmental Health Science OR current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Registered Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA), or the recognized credentialing board of another state or country having equivalent standards as NEHA, OR possession of supervisory competencies as evidenced by a certificate of supervisory practice (from the GA certified public manager program), completion of leadership DHR, or equivalent college coursework in management.
Additional Information
All West Central Health District 7 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event including but not limited to: staffing a shelter, working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If you are called on to participate, you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.
Benefits for Full-Time Eligible Employees:
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR[redacted]
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
No benefits are offered for part time employees.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
02
Serving our communities during an emergency event is a condition of employment for all Department of Public Health employees. In the event of an emergency, you may be required to work extended hours, to include nights and weekends. Do you understand and accept these conditions?
03
Do you have any relatives working for West Central Health District's 16-County Health Departments? (Chattahoochee, Clay, Crisp, Dooly, Harris, Macon, Marion, Muscogee, Quitman, Randolph, Schley, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taylor or Webster counties)
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Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health?
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What is your highest level of education completed?
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How many years of experience do you have in the Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?
07
How many years of experience do you have in Environmental Health that is reflected on your resume?
08
Do you have experience in plan review, permitting and inspections in all Environmental Health Programs?
09
Are you currently Registered as an Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) or Recognized Credentialing of a state or county board having equivalent standards as NEHA?
10
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
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How many years of experience do you have in conducting Environmental Health activities (e.g.,inspecting restaurants, swimming pools, tourist accommodations, etc.)?
Required Question
Location : Columbus, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2023-05450
Division/Section: District 7 County Position
Opening Date: 08/09/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Click HERE for Video
Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Job Responsibilities
You will support the Department by utilizing your expertise to fulfill the following responsibilities:
- Will manage the Environmental Health program of a county health department
- Supervise a team of Environmental Health professionals
- Serve as a technical resource to the staff and community
- Interpret complex regulatory issues, technical issues, and analytical data to document compliance with State, Federal, and local environmental health laws and regulations
- May perform inspections, interviews, and technical reviews
- Recommend enforcement actions, as needed
- Serve as a compliance officer and liaison between Public Health agencies and other local, county and state agencies
- Travel is required for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (OR 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND Two years of experience as a PH Environmental Health Specialist 4 (RCP123) or position equivalent OR One year of experience as a PH Environmental Health Specialist 5 (RCP124) or position equivalent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Supervisory experience preferred. Completion of a Master's degree in Environmental Health Science OR current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Registered Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA), or the recognized credentialing board of another state or country having equivalent standards as NEHA, OR possession of supervisory competencies as evidenced by a certificate of supervisory practice (from the GA certified public manager program), completion of leadership DHR, or equivalent college coursework in management.
Additional Information
All West Central Health District 7 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event including but not limited to: staffing a shelter, working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If you are called on to participate, you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.
Benefits for Full-Time Eligible Employees:
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Generous Leave Package
- Employees Retirement System
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Care Spending Account
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Legal Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Specified Illness
- Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
- Atlanta Postal Credit Union
The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR[redacted]
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
No benefits are offered for part time employees.
01
The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
- Yes
- No
02
Serving our communities during an emergency event is a condition of employment for all Department of Public Health employees. In the event of an emergency, you may be required to work extended hours, to include nights and weekends. Do you understand and accept these conditions?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have any relatives working for West Central Health District's 16-County Health Departments? (Chattahoochee, Clay, Crisp, Dooly, Harris, Macon, Marion, Muscogee, Quitman, Randolph, Schley, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taylor or Webster counties)
- Yes
- No
04
Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health?
- No
- Full-Time Employee
- Part-Time Employee
- Temp or Contractor
- intern
- Volunteer
05
What is your highest level of education completed?
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- High School Diploma
- GED
06
How many years of experience do you have in the Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?
- 0
- 1-2 Years
- 2-3Years
- 3-5 Years
- 6+ Years
07
How many years of experience do you have in Environmental Health that is reflected on your resume?
- None
- 0
- 2-3 Years
- 3-5 Years
- 6+ Years
08
Do you have experience in plan review, permitting and inspections in all Environmental Health Programs?
- Yes
- No
09
Are you currently Registered as an Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) or Recognized Credentialing of a state or county board having equivalent standards as NEHA?
- Registered EH Specialist
- Registered Sanitarian
- Both
- No
10
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
- None
- 0-1 Year
- 1-2 Years
- 2-3 Years
- 3-5 Years
- 6+ Years
11
How many years of experience do you have in conducting Environmental Health activities (e.g.,inspecting restaurants, swimming pools, tourist accommodations, etc.)?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 - 3 years
- 3-5 years
- More than 5 years
Required Question