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Exceptional Benefits Include:
13 Paid Holidays
3 Weeks Annual Leave
3 Weeks Sick Leave
Flexibility within or core working hours of M- F 8 am - 5 pm
Hybrid teleworking options for eligible positions
Employer 401K match
Student Loan Repayment
Employee Education Reimbursement
Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
Pension Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Worksite Wellness Activities
Employee Recognition Program
Diverse Workforce
Opportunities for Advancement
Purpose of the Position:Under direct supervision and in a training status, learns to perform environmental health inspections of food service establishments, swimming pools, tourist accommodations, on-site sewage management systems, mobile home parks, and body art studios for the Public Health Department and recommends monitoring and corrective/enforcement actions as needed. Investigates complaints and provides environmental health education and technical assistance to the general public, regulated community, and officials. Assists in the implementation of a countywide program for compliance monitoring, enforcement, and corrective action in conjunction with environmental health laws, rules, and regulations.May serve asa compliance officer and liaison between the Public Health agency, facilities, municipalities, institutions, organizations, and county and state agencies.Learns to interpret Local, State, and Federal environmental health laws and regulations This is the entry level for the Environmental Health job series.Incumbents in the job may require additional training or experience to attain full proficiency in some or all of the job responsibilities This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties.
Essential Functions, included but not limited to:
In the event of an emergency situation requiring activation of Public Health, all Cobb & Douglas Public Health staff will be expected to perform duties and responsibilities as assigned
Performs Job responsibilities with minimal supervision
Serves as organization resource in assigned areas. Obtains and maintains valid swimming pool operator and food safety managers certifications

External candidates:will be hired as EHS 1 OR EHS 2; based on education and/or experience
Internal candidates:are eligible for a lateral transfer as a EHS 2 or EHS 3;must be currently working as an Environmental Health Specialist

Minimum Qualifications ECS1/EHS1:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.). $46,632.33 | Pay Grade I

Minimum Qualifications ECS2/EHS2:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) and one (1) year of experience at the lower level PH Envir Compl Specialist 1 (RCP120) or equivalent position. $50,618.52 | Pay Grade J

Internal Only:EHS 3 Minimum:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) and one (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Envir Compl Specialist 2 (RCP121) or equivalent position. $55,003.33 | Pay Grade K
*** Current state employees' salary will be subject to State Personnel Board rule provisions. You may qualify for a higher salary based on your current pay grade and the pay grade of the position.If you have questions regarding salary, please do not hesitate to contact HR***

Preferred Qualifications:Master's degree in environmental health, public health, or a laboratory science. Current Registered Environmental Health Specialist credential. Current Level 1 or Level 2 On-site Sewage Management credential. Current standardization for food service inspections. Current Certified Food Safety Manager and Trained Pool Operator certifications. Communication and customer service skills
Work Conditions & Physical Demands:A combination of office and field work.Office work entails data entry, filing, and customer interaction both in-person and via phone.Field work involves inspections of facilities and requires sufficient mobility to move through workspaces and view areas under shelving and equipment.Swimming pool inspections primarily take place outdoors during warm weather months (April - September).Lifting of items during normal work should not exceed 25 pounds.
Remote Work: -Employees authorized for remote/hybrid work must reside and perform their job duties exclusively within the state of Georgia. Remote/hybrid work arrangements outside the state are not permitted under current policy.

Applications Accepted:*THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
Cobb and Douglas Public Healtha nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.
TO APPLY:In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the Cobb & Douglas Public Health's Online Employment Application. This job application can be found at:www.cdph-ess.com. Click on"Employment Opportunities"and locate this position, click"Apply"and begin your application process.

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Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.
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