What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Specialist position at Jefferson County, NY?
PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALIST
Jefferson County Public Health Service
Jefferson County Public Health Service seeks a Public Health Specialist for the Lead Rental Registry program.
Oversee the property registration process and support rental property owners in navigating the software system
.Responsible for planning, implementation, evaluation, and coordination of all functions of the Rental Registry program.
Develop and submit policies, work plans, budgets, and quarterly reports to NYSDOH.
Provide leadership for productive coordination among external partners including county, city, and community partners.
Oversight and administration of all sub-contracts and MOUs needed to support the Rental Registry.
Create a community-based coalition to address lead poisoning in the community.
Work in conjunction with other staff to provide outreach and education to the community.
Conduct program evaluation and continuous quality (process) improvement, including inspections.
Coordinate with funding sources for financial assistance to property owners (e.g., lead hazard control funding programs).
Ensure the recording or data entry of required inspection and remediation activity. EPA Certification as a Lead Inspector or Risk Assessor, while not required at the time of hire, will be required within the first year of employment
Salary Ranges:
$29.21- $36.58 (2025 rates), $30.38 - $38.04 (2026 rates)
Excellent Fringe Benefits:
NYS Retirement
Deferred Compensation
Comprehensive Health Plan, Including Vision
Candidates may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Dental Insurance
Flex Spending Account
Sick Leave
Paid Vacation
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
*Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
Civil Service Exam required for Permanent Appointment.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled,
first review of applicants will be November 28, 2025.
Apply online on our Employment Portal:
Or send paper application and Resume to:
Jefferson County Dept. of Human Resources, 175 Arsenal St. Watertown, NY 13601.
Pay: $29.21 - $36.58 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $29 - $37