Job Opening - Registered Environmental Health Specialist / Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Training

Job Opening: Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Training / Registered Environmental Health Specialist

Highland County Health Department

Position Description: The Highland County Health Department is accepting

applications for a Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Training / Registered Environmental Health Specialist.  Applicant must have a current certificate of registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Environmental Health Specialist In Training (REHSIT) issued by the Ohio State Board of Sanitarian Registration OR ability to obtain SIT status immediately after hire.  REHSIT status requires 30 semester credit hours in science coursework during the completion of a Bachelor’s Degree. REHS status must be obtained within 3 years. 

Pay Range:

REHSIT - $17.00 to $22.00 hourly, pay is commensurate with education and experience. 

REHS – $22.00 to $28.00 hourly, pay is commensurate with education and experience. 

Hours: Full-time, Non-exempt (38 hours per week /76 hours per pay) 

Benefits: Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), paid holidays; paid vacation (based on time in public service); paid sick leave; paid personal leave; health insurance; dental insurance, life insurance

Job Duties:

The Health Department is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person to work in our Environmental Health Division.  This position will work under the supervision of the Environmental Health Director, and will work to support the various environmental health programs in place at the health department.  Job duties will include:

Inspect food facilities for safe practices and operation

Inspect household sewage systems for proper operation and maintenance

Investigate public health nuisances

Generate and submit reports and inspection documents using a computer, digital camera, and other tools

Support other environmental health division programs as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

·      Eligible for REHSIT / REHS status in Ohio – Completed a 4-year degree with at least 45 quarter units or 30 semester units of science courses

·      Be able to lift 75 lbs.

·      Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable daily transportation

·      Willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions

·      Possess excellent computer and technology skills

Applicants will be selected for interviews based on qualifications.  Successful applicants, upon a conditional job offer, must complete a criminal background check and driving record check.

Send Resume to: 

Anna McCoppin, Environmental Health Director, Highland County Health Department,

1487 North High St., Suite 400, Hillsboro, OH 45133

Or

amccoppin@highlandcountyhealth.org