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Environmental Health Specialist I - Wastewater & Air Quality
$74k-97k (estimate)
Full Time | Restaurants & Catering Services
4 Weeks Ago
Garfield County Govt., CO is Hiring an Environmental Health Specialist I - Wastewater & Air Quality Near Glenwood, CO
The primary job function for this Environmental Health Specialist position is onsite wastewater and air quality monitoring.
Position is Open Until FilledHiring Pay Range: $49,566.40 - $61,963.20Full Pay Range: $49,566.40 - $74,360.00SupervisionNon-Supervisory.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Essential Job Functions(These duties are illustrative of typical essential responsibilities of the job, any one position may not include all the duties listed and may vary according to assignment)Environmental Health Specialist I
Position is Open Until FilledHiring Pay Range: $49,566.40 - $61,963.20Full Pay Range: $49,566.40 - $74,360.00SupervisionNon-Supervisory.
Distinguishing Characteristics
- Environmental Health Specialist I: This is the entry-level position in the environmental health classification series. This position is responsible for performing the more routine tasks and duties assigned. Assignments are generally limited in scope and are performed within a procedural framework.
Essential Job Functions(These duties are illustrative of typical essential responsibilities of the job, any one position may not include all the duties listed and may vary according to assignment)Environmental Health Specialist I
- Under close supervision, with an appropriate level of training, conducts a wide range of technical environmental health work related to oil and gas development, air quality, water quality, onsite wastewater, hazardous materials and waste management, land use, consumer protection, epidemiology, public health nuisances, and emergency preparedness.
- Conduct inspections and investigates the sanitary conditions for compliance for facilities and operations, such as: retail food establishments, grocery stores, temporary retail food establishments, childcare and school facilities, waste tire facilities, on-site wastewater treatment systems, air pollution emission sources, etc. The following activities may be conducted within the inspection program:
- Enforce State and Garfield County laws and regulations and initiate appropriate legal action under the direction of the supervisor.
- Investigate complaints and determine validity. Conduct investigation in conjunction with local, State and Federal agencies. Assist in the investigation of communicable disease outbreaks.
- Perform field sample collection, including but not limited to, water quality, wastewater discharges, air quality, potential food-borne illness, etc. Utilize technical equipment in the course of routine inspections.
- Write summary reports and appropriate correspondence.
- Complete assigned work and duties in a timely and professional manner. Employs appropriate guidelines or regulations. Majority of workload fits within normal bounds. Supervisor/senior staff more regularly involved in decision making.
- Efficiently use of County resources and work to implement changes that increases efficiencies within the department.
- Understand and work to ensure that County, department and division mission statements, visions, goals are met.
- Prepares and conducts environmental health education programs aimed at effectively presenting technical and scientific information to the public.
- Interacts with federal, state, and local government agencies, private industry, and other organizations to assist in coordinating environmental health activities.
- Collaborates with other department personnel to assure consistent application of regulations and department policies.
- May review blueprints, floor plans, and facility plans for compliance with applicable regulations.
- Maintain sensitive and confidential records information. Follow the Garfield County Code of Conduct and adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines, including HIPAA, and the appropriate non-disclosure and/or release of information.
- Medical, Vision, Dental
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Gyms
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Restaurants & Catering Services
SALARY
$74k-97k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/20/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/13/2024
WEBSITE
garfield-county.com
HEADQUARTERS
MONTROSE, CO
SIZE
500 - 1,000
FOUNDED
1883
CEO
DAVID R SIMMONS
REVENUE
$50M - $200M
INDUSTRY
Restaurants & Catering Services
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About Garfield County Govt., CO
Established February 10, 1883 in west central Colorado Area: 2,958 square miles / 1,893,120 acres Industries: energy development, tourism, ranching, farming Federally owned public lands About 60% of all Garfield County lands are federally owned Bureau of Land Management: 615,973 Acres U.S. Forest Service: 515,865 Acres Bureau of Reclamation: 2,335 Acres Population, 2000 (Census): 43,713
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