POSITION SUMMARY: At Miami County Public Health (MCPH), our mission is to prevent illness, promote healthy lifestyles, and protect every person who spends time in our community. Environmental Health (EH) strives to foster an environment of collaboration and growth, and pride ourselves on working together with the community to solve some of Public Health’s most difficult challenges. The EH Division strives to build a team of individuals with unique perspectives and talents that can add a diversity and depth to the division.

QUALIFICATIONS: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university which meets the educational requirements in Ohio Revised Code Section 4736.08, a current and valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Environmental Health Specialist in Training license issued by the Ohio Department of Health; or ability to become registered as a Specialist in Training.

A valid Ohio driver’s license with own vehicle and ability to maintain a driving record that meets the insurability requirements of Miami County Public Health’s insurance provider.

DUTIES: Performs inspections and related duties, prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports, writing, issuing, and enforcing violations in accordance with applicable laws and rules, resolve complaints from the general public, communicates effectively - written and oral, educating operators and the general public, knowledge of basic computer programs such as Word and Excel.

Participate in public health emergency response as needed may be required to testify in court proceedings may be required to respond to a complaint after regular business hours.

This position is primarily responsible for work in the Food, Pool, Body Art, and Smoke Free Workplace programs.

HOURS	7:30am- 4:00pm Monday – Friday; some weekend and evening hours
FLSA	Non-Exempt from Overtime
COMPENSATION	$19.60 - $39.84 DOQ
BENEFITS	Medical, dental, and vision coverage, Health Saving Account option, Health Reimbursement Account, Agency provided telemedicine for employee and family members, Wellness Program, Agency provided life insurance with option of additional coverage, Paid time off, vacation and sick leave, 13 paid holidays, 40-hour week, will consider flexible work schedule, work phone offered or phone allowance, work vehicle provided and may be used for commuting, Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, Optional Deferred Compensation Program, Paid professional membership, trainings, and conferences, Initial REHS credential exam cost covered, including exam prep course or material.
POSTING DATES	2/28/2024 – Until Filled

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: The Miami County Board of Commissioners, including those agencies under other elected officials, is an equal opportunity employer and does not make employment decisions in a discriminatory manner based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabilities that can be reasonably accommodated, or veteran status. The County complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

This policy prohibits both discrimination based on any of the above-listed protected characteristics, retaliation against a person who opposes or complains about prohibited conduct, or participates in any way in the complaint, investigation, or reasonable accommodation processes.

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