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    Environmental Health Specialist II - Concord, United States - County of Contra Costa

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    *This job posting will remain open until all positions are filled. We encourage all interested individuals to apply immediately **The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases:

    5% on July 1, 2024 |

    5% on July 1, 2025

    The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent employment opportunity for qualified individuals interested in the Environmental Health Specialist II position.

    The department currently has one (1) vacancy in the Environmental Health Division located in Concord, CA.

    You will be required to travel to various locations within Contra Costa County, and work on-call and on weekends as needed.


    Contra Costa Environmental Health is the prevention, preservation, and improvement of environmental factors affecting the health and safety of our community.

    It comprises a wide variety of programs designed to protect and promote the health of the people of Contra Costa County by regulating food, drinking water, sewage disposal, solid waste handling, and other matters.

    Legal authority to operate these programs is derived from the Health and Safety Code, Government Code, Public Resources Code, Water Code, and California Code of Regulations.


    We are looking for someone who is:
    Able to clearly communicate concepts and directions both verbally and in writing to the public and public officials
    Assertive and able to conduct enforcement and other tasks confidently with minimum supervision
    Able to prepare clear and concise reports
    Organized, can budget time effectively, and prioritize duties to ensure that all assignments are completed by established deadlines
    Able to assist in developing policies, procedures, and ordinances
    A leader that can lead projects to completion

    What you will typically be responsible for:
    Conducting inspections and completing relevant inspection reports
    Providing excellent customer service when conducting tasks and responding to inquiries
    Completing review and approval of various documents, applications, and plans
    Investigating various complaints related to the codes Environmental Health enforces
    Taking enforcement action for non-compliance
    Accurately interpreting codes and appropriate enforcement based on those codes
    Assisting in appraising the effectiveness of programs and processes
    Assisting in developing policies, procedures, and ordinances for department programs

    A few reasons you might love this job:
    You will enjoy interacting with others and helping them succeed
    You will be out in the field for approximately 80% of your day
    You will get to collaborate with other agencies when working on various tasks
    The field of Environmental Health is very broad; there will be opportunities to learn new subjects and programs
    You will serve an integral part in protecting public health and the environment
    A few challenges you might face in this job:
    You will need to communicate effectively to gain voluntary compliance
    You will be de-escalating situations when dealing with an irate customer
    You will need to learn regulatory code sections and apply them to enforcement actions

    Competencies Required:

    Critical Thinking:
    Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims

    Delivering Results:
    Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks

    Reading Comprehension:
    Understanding and using written information

    Legal & Regulatory Navigation:
    Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations

    Using Technology:
    Working with electronic hardware and software applications

    Attention to Detail:
    Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products

    Professional Integrity & Ethics:
    Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability

    Oral Communication:
    Engaging effectively in dialogue

    Writing:
    Communicating effectively in writing

    Building & Maintaining Relationships:
    Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships

    Valuing Diversity:
    Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace

    Political & Organizational Savvy:
    Working skillfully with politics, procedures, and protocols across organizational levels and boundaries
    To read the complete job description, please visit the website:

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    The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.


    License:
    Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted throughout the application process.

    Certificate:
    Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of California

    Education:


    Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in an environmental health or science curriculum which meets the education requirements of the California State Department of Health Services for registration as an Environmental Health Specialist.


    Experience:
    Two (2) years of full-time (or its equivalent) experience as an Environmental Health Specialist.


    Desirable Qualifications:
    Training on dealing with difficult people, de-escalating situations, or similar subjects
    Experience writing technical documents, policies, or procedures
    Experience developing a program or project from start to finish

    Application Filing and Evaluation:


    Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.


    Training and Experience Evaluation:


    At the time of filing, within the supplemental questionnaire, candidates will be required to complete a training and experience questionnaire.

    Candidates that clearly meet the minimum qualifications, as described above, will have their training and experience responses evaluated.

    The training and experience questionnaire is designed to measure candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the Environmental Health Specialist II classification.

    ( Weighted 100% ).


    The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

    For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at

    . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance at


    CONVICTION HISTORY


    After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

    The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer.

    If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.

    Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.


    DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
    All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.

    Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.


    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY


    It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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