Environmentalist - Childhood Lead (Health Services)

Shelby County•Memphis, TN

About The Position

This position is funded by a grant for a duration of time as defined by the grantor. This position works under the direction of the supervisor for developing collaborative efforts with community-based partners aimed at reducing the impact of unhealthy housing in the community. Establishes relationships with organizations that serve the target population, focuses on activities that will encourage the enrollment of participants into the healthy homes demonstration grant, and maintains enrollee’s involvement in the healthy homes grant.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience in the environmental health field; AND
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in physical, biological, chemical, or environmental health sciences or a closely related field; OR
An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license or secure one by date of employment.
Must have access to an operable automobile and meet County requirements of automobile insurance upon date of employment.
Must be able to occasionally work weekends, altered days or hours as needed.
Must successfully complete Healthy Homes Certification courses within 6 months of employment.
Valid Lead Risk Assessor license at time of employment or must obtain such within six (6) months of date of employment.
Certification in nationally recognized Home Inspection Course within six (6) months of employment.
Must maintain all required licenses and certifications throughout the duration of employment.
Must be able to stoop, squat, crawl, and perform other physical duties as needed to investigate environmental health complaints as needed.
Must be able to lift or pull up to 35 pounds at a time.
Must be able to work in all types of weather.
Must successfully pass a physical assessment.

Responsibilities

Conducts Healthy Homes inspections and assessments to identify safety hazards, asthma triggers, and lead risks.
Performs visual assessments and sampling to determine sources of indoor allergens and recommends appropriate reduction strategies.
Provides education to parents or guardians on lead poisoning hazards, prevention, and environmental health practices.
Recommends corrective actions to property owners to address asthma triggers, pest infiltration, safety concerns, and lead hazards.
Assists with community outreach and training on specialized cleaning and healthy home practices.
Collaborates with program staff, contractors, property owners, and community partners to support program goals and compliance efforts.
Maintains contractor evaluations and monitors work quality related to housing remediation activities.
Prepares activity reports, participates in team meetings, and contributes to program evaluation and improvement efforts.
Supports program enrollment and housing production activities, including community outreach and participation in events.
Assists staff in obtaining documentation to determine client eligibility for rehabilitation assistance and mediates issues between tenants and property owners during project implementation.
Performs other related duties as required or directed.