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Job Title:
District Environmental Health DirectorAgency:
Department of Public Health
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000002174Shift:
Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:
PAY GRADE N:$62,331.12 - $81,955.29
Job Description:
For Internal Applicants Only
Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
- Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of the state of Georgia with the ultimate responsibility for the health of communities and the entire population. The agency is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of District Environmental Health Director in Gainesville, Ga.
Under broad supervision, manages a comprehensive districtwide environmental public health regulatory and service program. Supervises a multi-faceted environmental health workforce that performs complex regulatory compliance, evaluation, and monitoring functions. Develops and implements policies and procedures governing food service facilities, land use (on-site sewage management, portable sanitation, non-public water), tourist accommodations, public swimming pool, spa and recreational water parks, home environmental surveys (healthy homes, lead, radon), rabies control, vector surveillance and control, and environmental health complaints that are consistent with the DPH environmental health program. Coordinates district wide EH programs with the DPH-EH program and other state and federal agencies and establishes environmental health program goals and objectives. Functions as a technical expert to staff and others, including the District Health Director, Boards of Health, federal, state, county, municipal, industrial officials, consultants, and the public. Provides technical training to environmental health specialists, other professional staff and the public.
- Collaborates with the State Environmental Section to implement programs districtwide.
- Creates and maintains a high-performance environment characterized by positive leadership and a strong team orientation.
- Manages human resource and employee relations functions.
- Develops short-term (one year) and long-term (three-five year) goals and strategies for the district environmental health program.
- Directs environmental health programs for the district that provide technical assistance and expertise to county EHS, government agencies, corporations, contractors and the general public.
- Directs the preparation and administration of the district environmental health program budget and the coordination of funding sources.
- Directs the recommendation, preparation and/or drafting of proposed laws, regulations and rules consistent with administrative procedures and the DPH.
- Directs the evaluation of technical documents, environmental and public health issues, and facilities using sound engineering and scientific principles.
- Provides technical expertise and testimony regarding environmental health issues in the community.
- Interacts with all levels of local, state and federal governments/agencies and officials in a way that promotes respect, encourages cooperation and contributes to excellent performance.
- Maintains a consistent, high quality, customer focused orientation when conducting business and providing services or products to clients, general public and other internal/external customers.
- Has knowledge of EH Emergency Response plans and ESF 8 responsibilities, and the Incident Command Structure.
- Maintains knowledge of current policies, laws, trends and developments in the field of environmental health and applies pertinent new knowledge to performance of other responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current registration as a registered environmental health specialist or registered sanitarian by the
- National Environmental Health Association (NEHA), or the recognized credentialing board of a state or country having equivalent standards as NEHA.
- Completion of a Master's Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health or related field.
- Completion of Managers or Leadership training program
- Completion of NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300/400, 700, 800
- Certification as a Food Safety Manager (CFSM) and holds a current Georgia Standardized Food Service
- Establishment Inspection Officer Certificate
- Holds a current Georgia Level II Inspector Certification for the On-Site Sewage Management Program
- Certification as a Pool Operator (CPO)
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance is not provided.
In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
ADA Statement
DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-ADA@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
BENEFITS
Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory science (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) and four (4) years of full-time professional level experience equivalent to a PH Envir Compl Specialist 4 (RCP123), which includes two (2) years in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or three (3) years as a County Mgr. PH Environ Hlth (RCM060) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.