Environmental Health Technician II

Seneca Nation Health System•Irving, NY

About The Position

BASIC FUNCTION : The incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the environmental health program. The work involves sub-professional environmental health inspection work including overseeing the details of and carrying out the more difficult phases of environmental health inspection activities. The work involves the gathering of information for use by Public Health Technicians and Public Health Sanitarians in determining compliance with local Sanitary Code requirements. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for studying to keep abreast of the field of environmental health. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs on-site inspections and evaluates premises having public health significance, such as schools, public swimming pools, bathing beaches, dwellings, childcare facilities, camps and campgrounds, waste disposal facilities, private and public water supplies, residential and commercial on-site wastewater systems and sites of alleged public health hazards or nuisances. Performs follow-up actions, including letters and re-inspections of sites, regarding non-compliance issues and ensures appropriate corrective action. Carries out inspection policies, priorities and enforcement activities outlined by supervisor. Assists in the training of inspection personnel. Conducts mold investigations to determine cause and identification of possible solutions (Mold Risk Assessor License required, see qualifications). Conducts in home environmental health investigations and conduct lead investigations in response to child with elevated blood lead level (Lead Risk Assessor required, see qualifications). Conducts radon testing and write mitigation plans (Radon Mitigation Specialist required, see qualifications). Participates in the various functions of vector control programs including vector surveillance and control activities. Maintains a working relationship between the Seneca Nation and various state, county and local agencies. Participates in community education programs, including rabies education, lead poisoning prevention, Lyme disease, and indoor air quality. Participates in public health preparedness activities as trained and assigned. Prepares detailed reports of inspections and maintains records and statistics of activities. Regular travel to both territories is necessary to ensure effective performance of all job duties and responsibilities. Upholds and promotes the value and integrity of the Seneca Nation Health System’s mission statement. Will promote SNHS in a positive manner. Works through a trauma-informed lens by incorporating key principles of both physical and psychological environment safety, trustworthiness and transparency, collaboration of decision-making during planning, empowerment by recognizing and building upon individual strengths, as well as recognizing and respecting the diversity of cultural backgrounds and sensitivity. Responsible for attending all mandatory staff meetings and in-services. Follows all policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation, and Seneca Nation Health System. Disclaimer: The information in this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employees will be asked to perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with one-year experience in environmental science or health related field required.
Must have or obtain Mold Risk Assessor License within one year of employment.
Must have or obtain Lead Risk Assessor within one year of employment.
Must be or become Radon Mitigation Specialist within 18 months of employment.
Must possess a valid NYS Driver's License and have transportation available for use.
The ability to establish and maintain a rapport with the community.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
The ability to establish and maintain person-to-person relationships, gather pertinent information and explain environmental health techniques.
It is desirable to have undergraduate credits in the mathematics and science field.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a large hospital, academic medical center, outpatient health care setting, or Indian Health Service (IHS)/tribal health, preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs on-site inspections and evaluates premises having public health significance, such as schools, public swimming pools, bathing beaches, dwellings, childcare facilities, camps and campgrounds, waste disposal facilities, private and public water supplies, residential and commercial on-site wastewater systems and sites of alleged public health hazards or nuisances.
Performs follow-up actions, including letters and re-inspections of sites, regarding non-compliance issues and ensures appropriate corrective action.
Carries out inspection policies, priorities and enforcement activities outlined by supervisor.
Assists in the training of inspection personnel.
Conducts mold investigations to determine cause and identification of possible solutions (Mold Risk Assessor License required, see qualifications).
Conducts in home environmental health investigations and conduct lead investigations in response to child with elevated blood lead level (Lead Risk Assessor required, see qualifications).
Conducts radon testing and write mitigation plans (Radon Mitigation Specialist required, see qualifications).
Participates in the various functions of vector control programs including vector surveillance and control activities.
Maintains a working relationship between the Seneca Nation and various state, county and local agencies.
Participates in community education programs, including rabies education, lead poisoning prevention, Lyme disease, and indoor air quality.
Participates in public health preparedness activities as trained and assigned.
Prepares detailed reports of inspections and maintains records and statistics of activities.
Regular travel to both territories is necessary to ensure effective performance of all job duties and responsibilities.
Upholds and promotes the value and integrity of the Seneca Nation Health System’s mission statement.
Will promote SNHS in a positive manner.
Works through a trauma-informed lens by incorporating key principles of both physical and psychological environment safety, trustworthiness and transparency, collaboration of decision-making during planning, empowerment by recognizing and building upon individual strengths, as well as recognizing and respecting the diversity of cultural backgrounds and sensitivity.
Responsible for attending all mandatory staff meetings and in-services.
Follows all policies and procedures of the department, Seneca Nation, and Seneca Nation Health System.