Our Environmental Health Team is looking for an Environmental Health Specialist I, at our Central Public Health Center, located in Wheaton, Illinois. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting inspections of permitted facilities (restaurants, other food service establishments, schools, daycares, pools/spas) & engage in environmental health related activities; gain knowledge, interpret and apply rules and regulations of state law and local ordinances in a consistent manner.
Job Details: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:30pm (37.5 hours/week) On-Call (about 4 times a year) After 4:30 pm or weekends depending on temporary food events.
This position comes with an outstanding benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being. As a DuPage County employee, you’ll enjoy 12 paid holidays, 12 paid vacation days, 5 paid personal days, accrued sick leave, and tuition and certification reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also offer 12 weeks of paid parental leave so you can be there for life’s most important moments. The position is pension-eligible through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), giving you peace of mind with a guaranteed retirement plan. Plus, you may qualify for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program, making your financial future even brighter. We offer affordable health insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental and vision insurance. You will also receive milage reimbursement for use of your personal vehicle and a telephone stipend.
This position includes a paid training program that includes job shadowing, e-learning modules, structured field activities, code review and certifications will be provided. Become a certified professional in food and pool safety. Maintain professional credentials on current state and federal regulations. Must have the ability to plan and manage your work schedule in an independent work environment, including a remote work option.
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, related field or a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of thirty semester hours or forty-five quarter hours in the physical and/or biological sciences. Must have a valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Working skill in identifying, analyzing facts and data in order to make recommendations for compliance; ability to interpret and apply policies in a consistent manner; professional verbal and written communication; prepares documentation that is consistent with laws and regulations; maintain records and files; organize one’s work to meet deadlines; develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with internal and external customers; proficient using personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment
