Environmental Health Officer I/II

Austin, TX, United States

Minimum Qualifications

Environmental Health Officer I Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of natural or basic Science.

Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid Texas Class C Driver's License. State of Texas Professional Sanitarian-in-Training Registration

Successful completion of the State of Texas Professional Sanitarian Registration exam within 6 months of employment.

Credentialed as an Environmental Health Specialist/ Registered Sanitarian ( REHS /RS) by the National Environmental Health Association ( NEHA ) with the ability to obtain a Texas Registered Sanitarian license within (Six) 6 months of acceptance of position.

Environmental Health Officer II Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of natural or basic Science.

Two (2) years' experience in the field of Environmental Health

Licenses or Certifications: Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.

State of Texas Professional Sanitarian Registration or

Credentialed as an Environmental Health Specialist/ Registered Sanitarian ( REHS /RS) by the National Environmental Health Association ( NEHA ) with the ability to obtain a Texas Registered Sanitarian license within (Six) 6 months of acceptance of position.

Notes to Applicants

Position Overview:

The Austin Public Health, Environmental Health Services Division provides critical public health regulatory operations including food inspections, special permitting, plan review, environmental vector control and community education efforts.

This position will primarily provide inspection services in unincorporated Travis County districts, including food, pools, and environmental complaint investigations.

In addition to the minimum and preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate for these positions will demonstrate ethical values and integrity in decision-making. The Ideal candidate will be able to work independent of continuous supervision. They will be a self-starter. They will have an eye for detail. They will have an aptitude for good customer service and be able to deescalate conflict or heated situations.

APH Information: This position supports Austin Public Health's Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .

Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health's website .

Immunization Requirement: Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department's immunization policy.

Driving Requirement: This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver's License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Regarding your application: Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Qualifying education experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities must be clearly stated on your application. Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the hiring department.

Work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.

Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

Additional Information: When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.

This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

If you are selected to interview: Military/Veterans must p r ovide a copy of their DD214 at the time of the initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference

This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).

If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications: Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner.

Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual preferred but not required

Environmental Health or retail food business experience

Regulatory or Enforcement experience

Strong Customer Skills

Registered Sanitarian or Environmental Health Specialist

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Environmental Health Officer I

Environmental Health Officer II

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Environmental Health Officer I

Environmental Health Officer II

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA

The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

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