Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health or related field.
Experience:
A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience the administration of environmental health, to include two (2) years in a supervisory capacity. An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
Development Services
Must possess current Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian certification in the State of Arizona.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
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Environmental health practices and theory.
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Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
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Clerical office practices and procedures.
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Research techniques and report writing.
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Current Microsoft Office software.
Filing and recordkeeping.
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Skill in:
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Personnel supervision and management.
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Health code enforcement.
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Public speaking and presentation.
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Customer service.
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Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
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Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Organization and adherence to detail.
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Ability to:
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Maintain a high standard of workmanship, customer service, and professional development.
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Perform work in an accurate, neat, and thorough manner and follows all applicable policies.
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Complete reports, correspondence, etc., with special attention to detail and accuracy.
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Meet deadlines for assignments, correspondence, reports, timesheets, etc., in the timeframe established.
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Maintain flexibility to work odd hours, including early morning, late evening, and weekends.
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Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
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Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
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Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
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Research and develop training opportunities for staff.
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Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
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Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with various indoor and outdoor inspection areas year-round in all weather conditions. May include exposure to loud noise, bloodborne pathogens, dust, fumes, mist, and chemicals. This is a highly public position where contact with public may be in challenging situations.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, walk over rough, uneven, and/or rocky surfaces and lift up to 40 pounds.
Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 15
Classification: At-Will
Safety Sensitive: Yes
