ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE TECHNICIAN 1

Wayne County Government•Detroit, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Compliance Technician I is an entry-level position responsible for conducting inspections and environmental sampling across various programs including Food, Pool, Childcare, Body Art, Septic/Well, Campground, or Vector Surveillance. This role involves ensuring compliance with state and local environmental public health regulations within Wayne County.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college or university with a major in Environmental Health, Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineering, or the Physical, Chemical or Natural Sciences, or equivalent.
At least 30 semester hours of college credit in basic science coursework (life sciences, natural sciences, physical sciences, or health sciences).
At least one college-level math or statistics class.
Valid State of Michigan driver's license.
Acceptable driving record.
Auto insurance as required by law.
Automobile available for daily use.

Nice To Haves

Interpersonal skills such as decision-making, judgment, communication, and ability to work with others and establish professional relationships (assessed via Qualifying Interview).

Responsibilities

Conduct state and local environmental public health inspections at food service establishments, day care facilities, public swimming pools, private and public onsite water and sewage disposal systems, body art facilities, campgrounds, and other public buildings or sites under the jurisdiction of Wayne County HHVS Public Health Division.
Accurately and thoroughly identify and document findings/violations from environmental public health inspections in program-specific reports and submit them in a timely manner.
Conduct field inspections for site characteristics to determine conformance to local public health regulations at facilities or operations including septic systems, well locations, food service establishments, and campgrounds.
Conduct field reviews of licensed public establishments including food service establishments, public swimming pools, day care facilities, and body art facilities.
Issue approvals, permits, licenses, etc., in accordance with state and local environmental public health regulations.
Conduct enforcement activities for businesses found in noncompliance with environmental public health regulations and ordinances.
Investigate complaints, including foodborne illness investigations, at licensed facilities, public buildings, and sites under the jurisdiction of the Wayne County Public Health Division, including reports of illicit discharges.
Track, file, and maintain accurate records of inspections, evaluations, and investigations.
Perform environmental sampling of food, water, vectors, dust, soil, or air.
Provide public education on food safety principles, water quality issues, public swimming pool safety, or other environmental health topics as needed.
Track and accurately document administrative information such as time spent on activities, time worked, leave time, and mileage for reimbursement, submitting all documentation as required and in a timely manner.
Participate in Emergency Preparedness training and exercises.
Perform other duties as assigned.