Office Services Specialist (Environmental Health) #05948
About The Position
The Norfolk Department of Public Health (NDPH) is transforming the health landscape of our community through groundbreaking initiatives and strategic partnerships. We are committed to fostering a culture of radical collaboration, excellence, inclusivity, and resilience. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where your skills and passion can make a catalytic impact. If you are ready to contribute to meaningful change and be part of a forward-thinking organization, NDPH is the place for you. The City of Norfolk is a large, coastal city with a population of approximately 245,000. The Norfolk Health District has a robust environmental health program that engages in regulatory work under state and local ordinance. Norfolk Health Department is seeking an Office Services Specialist that will supports the Environmental Health work unit, which is composed of 13 Environmental Health Specialists (EHS), three Env. Health Supervisors, one Env. Health Manager.
Requirements
- Knowledge of office and administrative principles and practices.
- Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software applications.
- Ability to interpret and follow established procedures and guidelines.
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, verbally and in writing.
- Considerable skills in the operation of standard office equipment.
- Valid state driver’s license required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an office setting.
Responsibilities
- Supports the Environmental Health work unit.
- Responsible for the support of the food program (1,100 permitted establishments), hotels, barber and beauty shops, tattoo parlors, and other permitted establishments.
- Responsible for the rabies program, swimming pool program, and food handlers class registration.
- Responsible for complaint documentation, plan review documentation, phone response, counter service, and any other administrative service necessary.
Benefits
- 12 paid holidays
- medical insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- life insurance
- retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan)
- sick leave
- family/personal leave
- annual leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
