Environmental Health Specialist 1 or 2

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Environmental Health Specialist 1 or 2

Salary

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Location

Charnelton Place, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202400468

Department

Health & Human Services

Division

HHS PH Environmental Health

Opening Date

10/31/2024

Closing Date

11/18/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

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DESCRIPTION

Environmental Health Specialist 1: $24.55 - $32.82 Hourly

Environmental Health Specialist 2: $29.14 - $38.96 Hourly

About the Position

This position is primarily responsible for conducting health inspections of restaurants, mobile units, hotels, motels, pools, spas, small drinking water systems, as well as other licensed and non-licensed facilities by Lane County Public Health – Environmental Health Section. Other duties include consultation inspections, committee assignments, presentations, animal bite investigations, complaint investigations and other duties as assigned.

Successful applicants will receive on the job training and supervisory support necessary to become registered as an Environmental Health Specialist in the state of Oregon.

About the Division

The Environmental Health Section is responsible for implementing state-mandated programs and enforcing laws and regulations that protect health and ensure safety. Environmental Health also collaborates with the Communicable Disease section to investigate and control foodborne disease outbreaks. With Public Health modernization, the scope of Environmental Health will expand over the next several years to include increased involvement in transportation and land use planning, policy development, and community engagement.

Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm; occasional weekends and evenings.

This is an AFSCME represented position

QUALIFICATIONS

Environmental Specialist 1 Training & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public health sanitation, environmental health, chemistry, biology, microbiology, entonology, geology, or scientific discipline or a related field.

• No experience is required.

  Environmental Specialist 2 Training & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public health sanitation, environmental health, chemistry, biology, microbiology, entomology, geology, or scientific discipline or a related field.

• Two years of responsible Environmental Health Specialist experience.

An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Special Requirements:

Desired Talents:

• Service: a drive to be of service to others

• Ethics: a clear understanding of right and wrong which guides actions

• Focus: an ability to set goals and to use them every day to guide actions

• Responsibility: a need to assume personal accountability for your work

• Performance orientation: a need to be objective and to measure performance

• Problem solving: an ability to think things through with incomplete data

• Creativity: an ability to break existing configurations in favor of more effective/appealing ones

• Interpersonal: an ability purposely capitalize upon relationships

• Persuasion: an ability to persuade others logically

• Courage: an ability to use emotion to overcome resistance

  Registration or proof of State application as an Environmental Health Specialist trainee or Registered Environmental Health Specialist with the State of Oregon is required at time of appointment .

  Notes :

• This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check.

• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.

• Please note that as part of the screening process Lane County will verify license and certification status.

  DRIVER’S LICENSE

  Must be in possession of a valid driver's license at time of application, and a valid Oregon Driver's license by time of appointment.

  Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

Environmental Health Specialist 1 Classification Details (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lanecountyor/classspecs/newprint/1002368)

Environmental Health Specialist 2 Classification Details

Selection Process (https://www.lanecounty.org/government/county_departments/human_resources/talent_acquisition/Selection_Process)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Trauma Informed Care Statement

Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.

Veteran Preference Information (https://www.lanecounty.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=3585881&pageId=5143112)

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Introducing ALEX (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.

*The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.

ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here) (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits)

Collective Bargaining Units:

Admin-Pro

AFSCME

AFSCME Nurses

AFSCME Physicians

FOPPO

LCPOA

Local 626

Prosecuting Attorney's

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically

Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.

Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.

Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)

Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:

New Year's Day Independence Day

Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor Day

Presidents' Day Veterans' Day

Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day

Juneteenth Christmas Day

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.

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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.

• I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.

  02

  Please answer YES if you meet one of the following criteria: a. You have a valid Oregon Driver's License. b. You have a valid driver's license from another state AND are able to obtain an Oregon Driver's License by the time of appointment.

• Yes

• No

  03

  What is your highest level of education?

• High School diploma or equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.

• Associate's degree.

• Two-years of technical certificate or coursework.

• Bachelor's degree.

• Master's or higher degree.

  04

  How many years of responsible Environmental Health Specialist experience do you have?

• No Experiences or less than 1 year.

• 1 - 2 years.

• 2 - 3 years.

• 3 - 4 years.

• At least 4 or more years.

  05

  What is drawing/drew you to the field of environmental health? Can you share a specific experience or interest that sparked your passion for this career? (20 points)

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  How do you understand the role of an environmental health specialist in protecting public health and the environment? (20 points)

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  Lane County has identified three core behaviors that set our employees apart and help define who we are. They are Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect and Focused on Solutions. Pick one and share what it means to you and how you demonstrate that behavior in your work. (20 points)

  08

  Can you describe a time when you had to research a complex issue? What resources did you use, and what conclusions did you draw? (20 points)

  09

  Describe a time when you had to communicate a complex message to a diverse audience. How did you tailor your message to ensure it was accessible and relevant to everyone? (20 points)

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Agency

Lane County

Department

Health & Human Services

Address

151 W 7th Ave Eugene, Oregon, 97401

Website

https://www.lanecountyor.gov

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