Environmental Health Scientist II
About The Position
Under general supervision of a Bureau Director - Environmental Health, independently conducts sanitation inspections of eating establishments, commercial facilities, and public buildings. Inspects onsite sewage disposal and water systems to determine compliance with ordinances and laws designed to protect the health and safety of the public. Responds to and investigates complaints related to public health. Conducts public education training related to environmental health. May be assigned to work in multiple functional areas or exclusively to one, as determined by the Division Director - Environmental Health.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university that includes thirty (30) credit hours in the natural sciences or a closely related field.
- Three (3) years of experience as a licensed Environmental Health Scientist.
- Applicants must be licensed through the State of Utah as an Environmental Health Scientist.
- Applicants must obtain and maintain certifications in an environmental health field and/or certifications applicable to position.
- Incumbent must obtain, and thereafter maintain, licensure through the State of Utah as an Environmental Health Scientist during the probationary period for new hires or the trial period for promoted County employees.
Responsibilities
- Independently conducts sanitation inspections of eating establishments, commercial facilities, and public buildings.
- Inspects onsite sewage disposal and water systems to determine compliance with ordinances and laws designed to protect the health and safety of the public.
- Responds to and investigates complaints related to public health.
- Conducts public education training related to environmental health.
- May be assigned to work in multiple functional areas or exclusively to one, as determined by the Division Director - Environmental Health.
Benefits
- 100% paid premiums for health insurance
- Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
- Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
- Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
