Environmental Health Supervisor

One current vacancy with the Health and Human Services Agency, Environmental Health Division. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and future vacancies. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months.

Typical Duties

Plan, supervise and evaluate the work of environmental health staff assigned to an area of environmental quality control programs; advise on the interpretation and application of laws, ordinances, regulations and policies; develop and implement programs and procedures; instruct staff in methods of inspection and enforcement procedures; assist district Environmental Health Specialists in solving difficult problems; coordinate program activities, including inspections and investigations, with other state and local agencies; supervise the review and approval of emergency response, site assessment and remediation, and construction plans for conformance to laws, regulations and ordinances; confer with and advise other agencies and groups on environmental quality control matters; assist staff in planning and conducting public education programs; make presentations to the public; provide administrative assistance in compiling work load data and distribution of information; prepare reports and correspondence; develop effective data retrieval systems; assist in the development of policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in environmental health science or closely related field

Experience: Three years of experience as a registered environmental health specialist.

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of environmental quality control, sanitation and public health; chemistry, biology, microbiology, geology, hydrology and environmental health sciences sufficient to evaluate air and water emissions, sewage and drinking water systems, solid waste management, land use constraints, and hazardous material issues; advanced math including algebra, geometry and statistical analysis; Federal and State laws and regulations governing environmental quality control, water and land use, public health sanitation, hazardous materials, and solid waste management; proper sampling procedures for laboratory analysis and field test procedures; relevant scientific and technical terminology; methods and techniques for interviewing, investigating, conducting inspections and resolving air and water pollution problems and unsanitary conditions; environmental research and statistical methods; basic water works construction features; methods of design, construction and operation of sewage disposal systems, swimming pools, and wells sufficient to evaluate plans.

Skill/Ability to: Plan, supervise and evaluate the work of employees; coordinate work assignments of division staff members; read, interpret and apply complex laws, regulations and documents; analyze test results and inspection reports accurately, draw valid conclusions, make recommendations and take effective action; analyze and make decisions regarding adequacy and effectiveness of proposals regarding site assessment and remediation activities; develop and implement new policies and procedures; use various water treatment, purification and testing equipment; organize and conduct meetings; plan and present materials effectively; communicate and explain technical and legal terms to public groups and people from various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds; use patience, tact and courtesy to deal with people under various circumstances; write clear, concise, grammatically correct reports, letters, notes and memos; establish and maintain records; give and follow complex verbal and written instructions; present technical information in graphic form; make scale drawings and plot plans; instruct in the methods and procedures of sanitary inspection and correction of unsanitary conditions; coordinate work with others; adjust to changes in workload; establish priorities and meet deadlines; use test equipment for field chemical tests.

License/Certificate : A valid Environmental Health Specialist certificate of registration issued by the California State Department of Health Services.

Desirable: Registered Dairy Inspector License

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service .

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 19

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual :
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.

Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $30,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled.

Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 2/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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