Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Provides support to identify problems and solutions to minimize or eliminate hazards that may harm the environment and the population. Monitors environmental health and safety conditions. Conducts field activities and office work in health and safety programs.
This position works with a team of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Technicians, a Lab Pack Chemist and an Environmental Health Supervisor to operate and maintain a new state-of-the-art HHW Facility in Sandy City. Some shifts may also include work at the Salt Lake County Landfill, HHW Facility and/or the Trans-Jordan Landfill, HHW Facility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must have six (6) months of related work experience in public, environmental health, and/or community clean-up and encampment abatement activities, or 12 credit hours of related coursework from an accredited college or university in environmental health or a related area of study as required for Environmental Health Scientist licensure, or a combination of related education and experience.
PLEASE ATTACH YOUR TRANSCRIPTS TO THE APPLICATION IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR RELATED COURSEWORK.
May be required to obtain program related certifications upon hire.
A valid Driver’s License accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire. A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah must be obtained within six (6) months of hire to operate a County vehicle.
This position may require certifications and trainings depending on the program assignment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Assists with audits, conducts field work, and surveys, educates on health regulations and compliance. Provides assistance to licensed professionals to issue notices and initiate compliance and enforcement.
* Develops and maintains cooperative liaison with municipalities, counties, state and federal agencies, County personnel, and other groups/agencies.
* Provides technical assistance related to environmental health issues. Assesses program needs, formulates proposals for solutions, and analyzes effects.
* Provides support for investigation of disease outbreaks, gathers information and evidence on the nature, scope, and cause.
* Provides support for studies and research into causes and solutions to environmental health problems, methods and techniques, and strategies for abatement and control.
* Provides support for public education programs; trains and educates citizens. Works through and with community organizations, governmental agencies, and community leaders to implement and maintain environmental programs.
* Prepares and gives reports, collects, and analyzes samples and specimens for field tests.
* Maintains and operates specialized equipment and ensures the equipment is in good repair and properly calibrated and stored.
* Prepares and responds to emergencies for earthquakes, floods, chemical releases and spills, and biological and other incidents.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)
Knowledge of:
* Public and environmental health principles
* Sampling and laboratory procedures
* Data collection, data entry and retrieval
* Effective public relations and health education methods and techniques
Skills and Abilities to:
* Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
* Effectively apply general principles to specific conditions
* Work effectively with people from a variety of social, ethnic, economic, educational, and professional backgrounds
* Defend and follow oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures
* Work and act independently as directed
* Operate a personal computer, sampling and testing equipment, and other program related equipment
* Respond adequately to problems and utilize problem solving techniques
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public, government, private groups, and individuals
* Deal professionally and tactfully with angry individuals and diffuse hostile situations
TEMPORARY POSITIONS:
An "At Will", FLSA non-exempt employee who is not eligible for County benefits and who must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.
* Must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.
* Are not eligible for County benefits except as otherwise provided for by policy.
* Are not considered merit employees.
* Are "at will" employees who may be terminated for any reason, without notice, and without a pre-termination hearing.
Additional Information
This position works with a team of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Technicians, a Lab Pack Chemist and an Environmental Health Supervisor to operate and maintain a state-of-the-art HHW Facility in Sandy City. Some shifts may also include work at the Salt Lake County Landfill, HHW Facility and/or the Trans-Jordan Landfill.
This position works up to 29 hour work week within the operational hours of Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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