Environmental Health Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

**Recruitment#: 12-002428-001 is no longer available. Please use this recruitment (#18-002428-0004) to apply for the Ongoing Environmental Health Specialist Trainee.**\r\n\r\n

GRADE

15\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This is the entry level of work at a local health department performing inspections and investigations to secure compliance with environmental health laws and regulations. Employees in this classification receive close supervision and do not supervise other employees.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Determined by the Maryland Board of Environmental Health Specialists under the licensing requirements for Environmental Health Specialists.\r\n\r\nExperience: None. \r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. At the time of hire, candidates for positions in this classification must possess a certificate of eligibility to be licensed as anEnvironmental Health Specialist from the Maryland Board of Environmental Health Specialists.\r\n2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. \r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year.\r\nOnline applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,the paper application may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If unable to upload, please fax requested information only to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nResumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. \r\nThe resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n