Environmental Health Officer I or II (Reserved for City of Austin Employees)

Job Description:

Environmental Health Officer I or II (Reserved for City of Austin Employees)

Description

Minimum Qualifications
This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications:


Environmental Health Officer I
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• 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
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• 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 involve working in indoor and outdoor activities, frequent sitting, standing, bending, twisting the upper body, climbing, and walking, exposure to extreme heat, cold, and inclement weather, noise, fume/odor hazards, occasional kneeling and squatting, and frequent customer contact.

• Due to the nature of business and other businesses, alternate schedules may be approved.

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 .

Be a part of Austin Public Health, https://youtu.be/wJgNIc3ivkA .

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.
• Your application must clearly state your qualifying education experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are welcome, but we do not use any information provided on your resume to qualify you 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 Austin Public Health.
• This position is eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This federal program 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
EHO II: $25.40 - $30.10
Hours
Monday-Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

• Saturday & Sunday, emergency and/or special event hours are required.
• Due to the nature of our business and other businesses, alternate scheduling may be approved.

Job Close Date 09/24/2024 Type of Posting Reserved for City Employees 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
• Experience in Food and Pool Inspections, mosquito surveillance
• Noncommercial Political Pesticide Applicator License
• Ability to work nights and weekends

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. 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. Please select the appropriate job description. 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
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 department, 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 Environmental Health Officer I requires: 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

* This position requires successful completion of the State of Texas Professional Sanitarian Registration exam within 6 months of employment. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* Are you a current City of Austin employee?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check.

* 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

* 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

* Are you willing and able to work weekend days (i.e., Saturday and/or Sunday) as required?

• Yes
• No

* Are you bilingual with the ability to fluently speak and write in both English and Spanish?

• Yes
• No

* 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
• Don't know

If you answered yes to the previous question, please explain below.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents