Environmental Health Officer I Or II (Environmental Health Services Division Employees Only)

City Of Austin, TX Austin , TX 78719

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Position Information

Position Information

Posting Title Environmental Health Officer I or II (Environmental Health Services Division Employees Only) Job Requisition Number COA091106 Position Number 104151 Job Type Full-Time Division Name APH Consumer Protection Minimum Qualifications

Environmental Health Officer I:

Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of natural or basic Science.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

  • Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.

  • State of Texas Professional Sanitarian-in-Training Registration

  • Successful completion of the State of Texas Professional Sanitarian Registration exam within 6 months of employment

  • Credentialed as an Environmental Health Specialist/ Registered Sanitarian (REHS/RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) with the ability to obtain a Texas Registered Sanitarian license within (Six) 6 months of acceptance of position.

Environmental Health Officer II:

  • Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of natural or basic Science.

  • Two (2) years' experience in the field of Environmental Health

Licenses and Certifications Required:

  • Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.

  • State of Texas Professional Sanitarian Registration or Credentialed as an Environmental Health Specialist/ Registered Sanitarian (REHS/RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) with the ability to obtain a Texas Registered Sanitarian license within (Six) 6 months of acceptance of position.

Notes to Applicants

Position Overview:

The Austin Public Health, Environmental Health Services Division provides critical public health regulatory operations including food inspections, special permitting, plan review, environmental vector control, and community education efforts.

In addition to the minimum and preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate for these positions will demonstrate ethical values and integrity in decision-making. They will be able to work independently under continuous supervision. They will be a self-starter. They will have an eye for detail. They will have an aptitude for good customer service and be able to de-escalate conflict or heated situations.

These positions will work in indoor and outdoor activities; frequent sitting, standing, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, and walking; exposure to extreme heat, cold, and inclement weather; noise; fume/odor hazards; occasional kneeling and squatting; frequent customer contact.

Driving Requirement:

  • This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver's License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

APH Information:

  • This position supports Austin Public Health's Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan.

  • Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health's website.

Immunization Requirement:

  • Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department's immunization policy.

Regarding your application:

  • Incomplete applications will not be considered.

  • Qualifying education experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities must be clearly stated on your application. Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify and refer you to the hiring department.

  • Work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.

  • Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

Additional Information:

  • When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.

  • This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSF) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

If you are selected to interview:

  • Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of the initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference

  • This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).

  • If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED, undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

  • Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.

  • Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide are current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner.

  • Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days

Pay Range

EHO I $23.76-$27.56

or

EHO II $25.40-$30.10

Hours

Monday

  • Friday; 7:45 a.m.

  • 4:45 p.m.

Job Close Date 03/15/2024 Type of Posting Division Only Department Austin Public Health Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1520 Rutherford Ln Bldg 1 Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

  • Bilingual preferred but not required.

  • Environmental Health or retail food business experience

  • Regulatory or Enforcement experience

  • Strong Customer Skills.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Environmental Health Officer I

Environmental Health Officer II

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Environmental Health Officer I

Environmental Health Officer II

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA

The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the division, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • The minimum qualifications for the Environmental Health Officer I position are Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of natural or basic Science. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

  • Yes

  • No

  • Are you a current Austin Public Health

  • Environmental Health Services Division employee?
  • Yes

  • No

  • This position requires that you obtain a passing score on the State of Texas Sanitarian in Training Registration Examination within six (6) months of employment. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

  • Yes

  • No

  • This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver license or, if selected for this position, do you the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver license by your hire date?

  • Yes

  • No

  • The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

  • Yes

  • No

  • If you are bilingual or multilingual, please list the languages you speak and your fluency level with each language. If you are not bilingual, or multilingual, please list "N/A."

(Open Ended Question)

  • Due to working in high risk areas, applicants applying for this position must comply with the departments immunization policy as a condition of employment. Can you meet this requirement?

  • Yes, I will comply to the vaccinations required by the APH department

  • No, I cannot meet this requirement

  • In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin?

  • Yes

  • No

  • If you answered yes to the question above, please describe your experience.

(Open Ended Question)

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

  • Cover Letter

  • Resume

Optional Documents


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