JOB SPECIFICS

The Department of Public Health and Environment is seeking a talented individual who has a personal calling to serve the public and protect the environment, for a role which will supervise the Environmental Operations Team. This supervisor will provide leadership and coaching to a team of environmental professionals in a dynamic accredited Public Health and Environment Department. This position will oversee operations of the Washington County North and South Environmental Centers, including yard waste collection sites, and will coordinate interdepartmental solid waste management programs such as satellite hazardous waste generator permits and medication drop boxes.

Responsibilities include overall program and facility oversight, staff support and evaluation, soliciting and directing contracted vendor services, coordinating with other county departments on environmental center building construction and expansion projects, implementing and executing facility operational policies and procedures, managing data, responding to emerging issues, and assisting with program budgets. This supervisor may participate in various stakeholder groups and committees and will inform and educate the public and county leadership about program activities. Strong written and verbal communication skills and are essential to this position, as well as the willingness to regularly provide useful and honest feedback to direct reports, peers, and department leadership. The Department values supporting people to do great work, collaborate across teams, and improve service quality. Work is performed under the direction of the Senior Program Manager and alongside department leadership. This supervisor will be a member of the Department Management Team and will have opportunities to grow their leadership skills and contribute to department-wide initiatives such as diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, employee engagement strategies, and strategic plan implementation.

Washington County Public Health & Environment values your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. We are committed to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive work environment and believe diversity benefits and enriches our programs, our staff, and communities we serve.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

Professional experience providing customer service to the public and an understanding of cultural competency, diversity, inclusion, and health equity
Professional experience leading and supervising staff or contractors
Experience with local government procurement processes such as requests for proposals
Familiarity with operational and equipment/facility protocols for the proper management of household hazardous waste

SELECTION TECHNIQUE: Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.

HOURS / DAYS: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. Limited telework options may be possible with this position.

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $90,105.60-$106,610.40 Annually

E-Verify Participation:Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.
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Right to work Poster

JOB SUMMARY

The Environmental Program Supervisor protects public health and the environment by determining problems and finding solutions that eliminate hazards affecting the health of the environment or population by developing, promoting, evaluating environmental health programs, assessments and education within the community.

EMPLOYMENT CRITERIA

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in public health, environmental health, industrial or occupational safety, physical, chemical or biological science, or related field and five (5) years of full-time professional environmental experience, with a minimum of one full-time year as a lead worker, or equivalent. A Master's degree in public health, environmental health or physical/biologic science areas is desirable and may substitute for one year of experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES, JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESSFUL JOB PERFORMANCE

Core Competencies outline essential business and professional traits necessary to perform this job.

• Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace;

• Demonstrates knowledge of actual and potential environmental problems that affect public health;

• Demonstrates knowledge of program planning and development;

• Demonstrates knowledge of Public Health federal state and local laws, rules and regulations;

• Demonstrates knowledge of investigation methods including knowledge of basic epidemiological methods;

• Demonstrates working knowledge of basic health principles as they relate to public health and environmental health; and

• Demonstrates working knowledge of program development and evaluation methods.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide program oversight:
• Perform all functions of a Senior Environmental Specialist;
• Assist with negotiating and preparing contracts with service providers;
• Monitor service quality of contractors and recommend changes;
• Develop and implement program service standards, policies and procedures;
• Monitor program-related legislation, rules, and regulations and impacts on programs;
• Monitor and evaluate program and/or grant compliance;
• Evaluate and recommend management systems and program equipment;
• Oversee information management/electronic record systems related to program assignment;
• Collect, analyze and interpret program data including statistical, narrative and anecdotal reports, staff input and other information;
• Prepare program/unit annual work plans and monitor progress, achievements, and outcomes;
• Implement performance measurement and quality improvement processes;
• Represent department on state and regional workgroup, task force, or committees on program-related issues;
• Assure the implementation of County policies, procedures, rules, and regulations;
• Assure the implementation of state operating rules;
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Oversee investigation of complaints, documentation of conditions, and issuance of corrective orders within the program;
• Plan and develop environmental program initiatives in collaboration with local, regional and state agencies;
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate the delivery of services to regulated facilities, businesses, community groups, local government agencies, and other agencies;
• Educate individuals and organizations on the meaning, purpose, and benefit of environmental public health laws and how to comply;
• Conduct and monitor environmental public health enforcement activities and coordinate notification of violations among appropriate agencies;

Supervise staff:
• Interview and make staff recommendations;
• Create and manage work schedules;
• Provide work direction and review work for accuracy;
• Develop and facilitate staff training;
• Provide leadership and direction to teams and individual staff;
• Integrate the organization's mission into the department's day-to-day business;
• Guide staff through changes in laws, processes, services or programs;
• Respond to grievances or special issues;
• Conduct performance reviews;
• Identify, promote, and implement employee engagement opportunities.

Support program budgets:
• Assist with annual budget preparation for assigned programs;
• Project and monitor expenses and revenues;
• Evaluate and assess technology, materials, equipment and staff needs;
• Participate in the development of program grants or funding opportunities;
• Authorize service expenditures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work performed is semi-sedentary in nature, and typically performed within the Government Center or a satellite office or other field work location. Lifting requirement of up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to, computer, calculator, telephone, camera, and copy/scanner/fax machine.
Must have means of reliable transportation for business purposes; individuals operating a motor vehicle for county business must possess a valid driver's license.
Work interruptions are frequent. There is some pressure associated with dealing with individuals who may be emotionally charged and with project or activity deadlines and details. May involve exposure to environmental conditions, including but not limited to, infectious diseases, vermin, dangerous animals, hot, cold, noisy, wet, filthy, dirty or dusty conditions, disagreeable odors, hazardous materials, physical hazards, or hazardous equipment. Employee may encounter reluctant, angry, aggressive, or threatening people and may be assigned to be on-site during disaster/emergency response and recovery operations.

Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions.

This job description is intended to describe the kinds of tasks and level of work difficulty being performed by people assigned to this classification. The list of responsibilities is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The County retains the discretion to add or change the contents of this job description at any time.

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