Overview
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIRECTOR
Job Details
Job ID
First review 08/28/2020
Category
Plumas County Jobs
Status
Open
Open Until Filled
Salary
$39.76/hr;
$6,891/mo
Posted
August 4, 2020 4:00 PM
Closing
Open Until Filled
DEFINITION
Under general direction, plan, organize, administer and supervise County Environmental Health Department and activities; assign, coordinate, and schedule Environmental Health investigations, inspections and enforcement activities; perform a variety of the more difficult, complex, and specialized assignments in the Department; represent the County on various issues and policies impacting environmental health services; provide administrative support for the Board of Supervisors and/or the County Administrative Officer; and perform related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single-position class responsible for the day-to-day operations of the County’s Environmental Health functions and programs. The position’s primary emphasis is on program development and implementation, staff supervision, budget preparation and administration, and program administration for the assigned areas.
Qualifications
Five (5) years of responsible experience in Environmental Health investigation, inspection, and enforcement work, preferably including at least one (1) year in an administrative or supervisory capacity and;
Equivalent to graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a major in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, or a closely related field.
Special Requirements
Possession of valid Environmental Health registration issued by the State Department of Public Health.
Miscellaneous Information
Must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of application and a valid California Drivers License by the time of appointment. The valid California License must be maintained throughout employment.
Some positions may require special training and/or certification as necessary for the area of assignment.
All County of Plumas employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with Plumas County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are Required to complete all Disaster Service Work-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EOE
