Career Opportunities

Job Description

Assisting in the performance of inspections, routine testing and sampling duties in Environmental Health programs which may include but not be limited to: food service operations and retail food establishments, vending, schools, camps, swimming pools and spas, body art establishments, jails/institutions, housing units, sewage treatment systems, land septage application, private water/wells, water samples, solid waste disposal, construction and demolition debris landfills, refuse hauling and/or septage hauling vehicles, water hauling vehicles, vector control and rabies control; investigates foodborne or other illnesses and public health nuisances; collects water and effluent samples; performs routine tests according to established health district policy and procedures to enforce state and local laws, and rules and regulations. All Greene County Public Health employees have an emergency response role and may be expected to respond to threats to the public’s health in accordance with the Greene County Emergency Response Plan. Minimum Qualifications: Baccalaureate degree in Environmental Health or related science degree with minimum 45 quarter or 30 semester hours of science. Registered Sanitarian-in-Training with valid driver’s license and own vehicle. Registered Sanitarian with valid driver’s license and own vehicle preferred. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., with one-hour unpaid lunch. Evenings and weekends as required. Benefits: Greene County Public Health offers holidays, personal leave, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, vacation, EyeMed Vision, Superior Dental Care, United HealthCare life and medical, Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), County Commissioners Association of Ohio Deferred Compensation and Ohio Deferred Compensation.

Salary

$21.04-$37.89 base on education and experience

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To be considered for this position, please submit application or resume and cover letter by 4 p.m., Tuesday, June 18, 2019, to: • Health Commissioner • Greene County Public Health • 360 Wilson Drive • Xenia, Ohio 45385 • smartin@gcph.info • (937) 374-5699 fax

Exp Date

06/18/2019

Contact Person

Susan Martin

Phone

(937)374-5631

Fax

(937)374-5699

Email

smartin@gcph.info

Company

Union County Health Department

Position

Sanitarian II (Food Program)

Job Description

Full-Time, Classified, Hourly, Non-Exempt. 37.50 hours per week, Monday – Friday. Plan, organize, and conduct inspections in the Food program to ensure compliance with all environmental health regulations. Perform operation permit inspections and routine environmental health testing; document findings in accordance with applicable policies and procedures; and follow up on violations to ensure compliance. Apply the agency’s standardized methodology to enforce state and local laws and regulations for abatement of unsanitary conditions. Contact operators, licensees, or officials to schedule appointments; and maintain a professional relationship with operators, contractors, and other officials. Perform operation permit inspections at manufactured home parks, campgrounds, and schools to insure and enforce compliance with applicable state and local environmental health standards. Perform rabies, rodent, and other vector control investigations; West Nile and other illness investigations; and inspections of refuse hauling and sewage hauling vehicles. Collect water and effluent samples; conduct investigations of safety hazards; perform routine environmental health testing to determine non-compliance with unsanitary abatement standards. Cross-train in other Environmental Health programs. Must be detail oriented, organized, possess strong oral and written communication skills, excellent time management skills, and strong customer service skills. A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or a related health field, a minimum of one (1) year of experience with the Food program, and a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Sanitarian I; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience required. Currently licensed as a Registered Sanitarian in Ohio and the ability to maintain licensure required. A valid Ohio Driver’s License, valid auto liability insurance, the ability to maintain auto liability insurance, and the ability to maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy essential. Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted and up to 50 pounds with assistance necessary. Certification in food service operator, pools, and/or radon preferred.

Salary

The pay range for this position is $20.51 - $26.66 per hour, based on experience.

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Cover letters and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Please send cover letters and resumes to: Union County Health Department, 940 London Ave., Suite 1100, Marysville, OH 43040; or via email to: ashley.mitchell@uchd.net. www.uchd.net The Union County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, veteran or military status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected criteria.

Exp Date

09032019

Contact Person

Ashley Mitchell, Deputy Director of Administration

Phone

937-642-2053

Email

ashley.mitchell@uchd.net

Butler County Health Department Job Title: Registered Sanitarian/Sanitarian in Training Responsible to: Environmental Health Director Positions Supervised: None Work Hours/Salary: Full Time (40 hours/week), with benefits Non-exempt, hourly Essential Functions: Conducts routine and complex inspections, testing, sampling, and vector control duties in state mandated programs. Initiates and recommends enforcement actions and follow-up procedures for the above-mentioned activities. Must have ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form and be capable of preparing meaningful, concise and accurate reports. Participates in community awareness and outreach activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to work with the public utilizing good customer service skills at all times • Ability to work in an open office environment • Ability to set a daily schedule that meets department goals for productivity • Ability to drive to and from out of office job sites each day. • Must be highly detail oriented, organized and dependable with proficiency in computer, communication, and multi-tasking skills • Knowledge of biology and environmental health required • If Sanitarian-In-Training, must successfully pass the Registered Sanitarian exam within Ohio Department of Health time frames Minimum Qualifications: • Must have a BS degree in environmental health or related field • Must be a Registered Sanitarian with the Ohio Sanitarian Registration Board, OR a Sanitarian-in-Training meeting the educational requirements set forth by the Ohio Sanitarian Registration Act (ORC 4736) Qualifications Preferred: • Environmental health or public health experience is a plus • Bilingual candidates (Spanish/English or Chinese/English) are encouraged to apply Overall Job Responsibilities: • To ensure agency mission/vision and programmatic success, performs environmental health & sanitation inspections on various premises, facilities and environmental health systems • Ensures and enforces compliance with state and local public health laws and regulations • Writes detailed reports on environmental health and sanitation activities • Utilizes best practices to implement effective programming activities • Participates in emergency preparedness trainings and activities. • Interacts with confidential databases to enter, store and retrieve public health related data as needed to monitor mandated programs • Utilizes good customer service skills in working with individuals in the community to ensure compliance with rules and law • Participates in meetings and trainings as required, in-house, online, and in other Ohio cities • Prepares and conducts professional presentations and trainings to the public as needed • Is knowledgeable about evidence-based best practices in environmental public health • Participates in program evaluation, outcomes measurement, and data collection Other: • Serves a probationary period of 120 days • Position may be subject to background check • Serves in an on-call capacity 24-7 in the event of a public health emergency except while on approved leave that prohibits availability • Occasional evening and weekend work required • May be required to play an active role in the event of a public health emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours • Valid Ohio Driver’s license in good standing and insurable under Butler County Board of Health’s Policy • Ability to maintain confidentiality • Successful completion of basic FEMA classes within allotted time frame • Other duties as assigned • Public Health Core Competencies Level One position (See Appendix A, attached)

Please send resume with cover letter explaining your interest in this position or special qualifications to: BOH@butlercountyohio.org. Position is posted on our website: www.butlercountyohio.org/health Position will remain open until filled.

until filled

Carrie Yeager, RS

513-863-1770

513-863-4372

BOH@butlercountyohio.org

Job Description

POSITION INTRODUCTION The Community Health Specialist will utilize public health concepts and theories to provide health promotion and chronic disease prevention services in Ross County, OH. The position will participate in public health program planning for tobacco cessation / prevention services and other selected grant deliverables. The Community Health Specialist’s actions will be directed toward the goals of prevention, assessment, risk reduction and health status improvement through systematic analysis of health data, health education and advocacy. A strong focus of the program includes building and strengthening partnerships within the community as well as a focus on improving health outcomes to high risk populations in the community. The Community Health Specialist I- Tobacco Cessation / Prevention is a grant funded position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS: • Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Nursing, or similar field. • Strong communication skills and public speaking skills. • Skilled in use of computer systems, web-based software applications, and Microsoft 365. • Organization and planning skills. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Ability to pass a B.C.I. Background Check and a Drug Test LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: • Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the agency’s insurance policy. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive. • Computer with accompanying software and web-based programs • Copier/Scanner/Fax • Other Office Equipment • Multi-phone line • Department Vehicle General office setting in health department facilities; as well as in community sites. The employee is exposed to, must negotiate, use, or work with or in the vicinity of chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g. toner, correction fluid, etc.). The employee has regular contact with the public, including potentially violent or emotionally distraught individuals. Work performed in the community is sometimes subject to conditions that range from inclement weather to dangerous conditions such as snow/ice, cold, heat, noise, wetness/humidity, vibration, sudden temperature changes, and poor illumination at the job site or due to travel on the job. Travel to and from field locations may subject worker to increased risk of driving hazards. Community locations may subject worker to communicable diseases, insects and other disease vectors, toxins, hazardous materials, chemicals and animals. There will be routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue. REQUISITE PROFESSINAL ATTITUDES: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive. • Willingness to expand one’s knowledge base. • Willingness to participate in workforce development. • Willingness to participate in and/or lead agency wide initiatives, including but not limited to the pursuit of national accreditation and participation in times of public health emergencies. • Willingness to assist clients independent of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and/or socioeconomic status. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: • Facilitates countywide mobilization for policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) changes related to tobacco cessation, sales, distribution, use, and prevention. • Participates in local and state meetings (e.g. regional meetings, coalition /committee meetings). • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with public, civic, professional and volunteer agencies engaged in tobacco cessation activities. • Coordinate all programmatic aspects of the Tobacco Cessation grant including implementation, evaluation and reporting. • Provides support for facilitation of county-wide coalitions. Collaborates with community partners to promote the health of the community or high-risk populations. • Support grant development, assessment, planning and evaluation efforts related to Tobacco Cessation Program. Collects and analyzes data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies and environments. • Identifies program goals, objectives and formulates program activities for service delivery. • Conducts health assessments of community through community surveys, focus groups, town hall meetings to collect primary data regarding health of various populations, to determine at risk populations to serve. • Compiles and prepares program reports including data analysis and distribute reports to necessary audiences (local / state stakeholders, coalitions, agencies, or general public). • May function as lead staff for selected programs and/or projects. • Development of health promotion materials, advertisements and outreach activities. Assists in development of website and social media outreach campaigns. Communicates and works with local media (newspaper and radio) for public health outreach and health promotion. • Conducts community outreach in a variety of settings, door to door, seminars, meetings, community collaborations, schools, businesses. • Reports program performance to Performance Management Team and participates on quality improvement projects as assigned. • Responds to public health emergencies as needed or determined by health commissioner or administrator (e.g. infectious disease outbreaks, mass vaccination and points of dispensing of medication). Participates in public health emergency response trainings and exercises. • Compiles and prepares reports for submission to the appropriate entity i.e. Ohio Department of Health. • Consults with school nurses, parents, health provider offices and community members general public health questions and health education to reduce chronic disease and tobacco use. • Attends and participates in agency trainings, meetings, conferences, seminar and other job-related training sessions as necessary. • Adheres to all Ross County Health District policies, procedures and standing orders. • Interacts effectively with other staff members. • Seeks educational opportunities to increase skill and public health knowledge / competencies. • Insures privacy for patient and confidentiality of condition and personal information. • Maintains required licensure and certification. • Assures program compliance with the agency’s records retention policy. • Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions. • Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. • Ability to work irregular hours occasionally to attend community events, meetings, or speaking engagements to meet grant activities or outreach. • Ability to work irregular hours, nights, weekends and holidays during public health and vaccine emergencies. • Performs any and all other related duties as assigned or directed by immediate supervisor, administrator, or health commissioner. ASSOCIATED PUBLIC HEALTH COMPETENCIES: The following are intended to guide ongoing workforce development and are examples (i.e., not all inclusive) of tiered competencies aligning with the position description. The Core Competencies for Public Health tiered competencies aligning with the position description. The Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals are organized into three tiers. These tiers represent career stages for public health professionals. This position is considered Tier 1 – Frontline/Entry Level. Tier 1 competencies apply to public health professionals who carry out the day-to-day tasks of public health organizations and are not in management position. Responsibilities of these professionals may include data collection and analysis, fieldwork, program planning, outreach, communications, customer service, and program support. • 1A1. Describes factors affecting the health of a community (e.g., equity, income, education, environment). • 1A3. Applies ethical principles in assessing, collecting, analyzing, using, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. • 1A4. Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, using, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. • 1A5. Selects valid and reliable data. • 1A7. Identifies gaps in data. • 1A8. Collects valid and reliable quantitative and qualitative data. • 1A9. Describes public health applications of quantitative and qualitative data. • 1A11. Describes assets and resources that can be used from improving the health of a community. • 1A12. Contributes to assessments of community health status and factors influencing health in a community • 2A1.Contributes to community health improvement planning uses community • 2A2. Contributes to development of program goals and objectives • 2A5. Identifies current trends affecting the health of a community. • 2A6. Gathers information that can inform options for policies, programs, and services • 2A8. Implements policies, programs, and services • 2A9. Explains the importance of evaluations from improving policies, programs and services • 2A10. Gathers information for evaluating policies, programs, and services • 3A1. Identifies the literacy of populations served • 3A2. Communicates in writing and orally with linguistic and cultural proficiency • 3A3. Solicits input from individuals and organizations for improving the health of a community • 3A4. Suggests approaches for disseminating public health data and information. • 3A5. Conveys data and information to professionals and the public using a variety of approaches • 3A7. Facilitates communication among individuals, groups, and organizations. • 3A8. Describes the roles of governmental public health, health care, and other partners in improving the health of a community • 4A1 Describes the concept of diversity as it applies to individuals and populations • 4A2. Describes the diversity of individuals and populations in a community. • 4A3. Describes the ways diversity may influence policies, programs, services, and the health of a community • 4A5.Addresses the diversity of individuals and populations when implementing policies, programs, and services that affect the health of a community. • 4A6. Describes the effects of policies, programs, and services on different populations in a community • 5A1. Describes the programs and services provided by governmental and non-governmental organizations to improve the health of the community. • 5A2.Recognizes relationships that are affecting health in a community • 5A3. Suggests relationships that may be needed to improve health in a community • 5A4. Supports relationships to improve health in a community • 5A5. Collaborates with community partners to improve health in a community • 5A6. Engages community members to improve health in a community • 5A7. Provides input for developing implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services. • 5A8. Uses assets and resourced to improve health in a community. • 5A9. Informs the public about policies, programs, and resource that improve health in a community. • 6A2. Identifies prominent events in the history of public health. • 6A3. Describes how public health sciences are used in the delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services • 6A5. Recognizes limitations of evidence • 6A6. Describes evidence used in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, programs, and services. • 7A1. Describes the structures, functions, and authorizations of governmental public health programs and organizations. • 7A2. Describes government agencies with authority to impact the health of a community • 7A3. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures. • 7A5. Contributes to development of program budgets. • 7A9. Operates programs within budget. • 7A11. Motivates colleagues for the purpose of achieving program and organizational goals. • 8A1. Incorporates ethical standards of practice into all interactions with individuals, organizations, and communities. • 8A3.Describes the ways public health, health care, and other organizations can work together or individually to impact the health of a community. • 8A4. Contributes to development of a vision for a healthy community. • 8A6. Describes needs for professional development. • 8A7. Participates in professional development opportunities. • 8A9. Describes ways to improve individual and program performance. POSITION PERFORMANCE EVALUATION METRICS: The following are among the metrics that will be used to evaluate the performance of the Licensed Practical Nurse. • Reports submitted on time or before including grant/program, deliverables as applicable. • Data collection efforts are accurate and timely. • Performance adheres to the Ross County Health District personnel policy and procedures. As a public service agency, we know our greatest assets are the people behind our services. The Ross County Health District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a public service agency, we know our greatest assets are the people behind our services. The Ross County Health District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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Attn: Donna Atchison Administrative Assistant – Human Resources Ross County Health District datchison@rosscountyhealth.com

Exp Date

06 03 19

Contact Person

Donna Atchison

Phone

740 779 9669

Email

datchison@rosscountyhealth.com