Environmental Health Specialist II

The Public Health Department is recruiting for Environmental Health Specialists (EHS) II who perform journey-level work in a specialized program, such as Food Protection, Recreational Health, Insect and Rodent Vector Control, Water and Waste Water, and Waste Management. Duties include: performing investigations and inspections for assigned program; recommending appropriate action or fine for offenders of environmental health laws; testifying as an expert witness in court proceedings; reviewing and approving development and construction plans for compliance with health and safety codes, local ordinances, and regulations; and providing instruction and information in person to government entities, professional organizations community groups, contractors, and individuals. Positions may be assigned to district offices located in San Bernardino, Hesperia, or Rancho Cucamonga.

 

For more detailed information, refer to the Environmental Health Specialist II job description.

 

Human Resources is also accepting applications for Environmental Health Specialist Trainee and Environmental Health Specialist I. A separate application is required for each recruitment. It is to your advantage to review the requirements for all levels, and apply as appropriate.

Excellent benefits package includes:
 

 

Work Schedule: May be required to work some evenings, weekends, and on-call.

Physical:  May be required to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl or hike when necessary during the investigation process.

Travel/License: Travel throughout the county is required to perform duties in the community. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation and may be required to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation.

Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid certificate of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) issued by the State of California Department of Public Health (CDPH).

 

Experience:  One (1) year of experience as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist performing environmental health inspections and investigations for a public agency in California.

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based upon a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application materials.

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