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 Please visit:  www.cdph-ess.com

 Applicants who do not apply using the CDPH link provided above will NOT be considered.

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http://www.cobbanddouglaspublichealth.com/about-us/career-center/

Exceptional Benefits Include:

·      13 Paid Holidays

·      3 Weeks Annual Leave

·      3 Weeks Sick Leave

·      Flexibility within or core working hours of M- F 8 am – 5 pm

·      Hybrid teleworking options for eligible positions

·      Employer 401K match

·      Student Loan Repayment

·      Employee Education Reimbursement

·      Payroll Deductible Health Benefits

·      Pension Plan

·      Flexible Spending Accounts

·      Worksite Wellness Activities

·      Employee Recognition Program

·      Diverse Workforce

·      Opportunities for Advancement

Purpose of the Position: 

Under supervision, assists in performing inspections, interviews, and technical reviews for an environmental health program in a public health department. Assists in investigating complaints and recommending enforcement action as necessary. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties.

External candidates: will be hired as EH SPEC 1 OR EH SPEC 2; based on education and/or experience   

Internal candidates: are eligible for a lateral transfer as a EH SPEC 2 or EH SPEC 3; must be currently working as a Environmental Health Specialist.

 PH EHS 1 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 sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.). $46,632.33 Annually/Pay Grade I

 PH EHS 2 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 sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND one year of experience at the lower-level PH Envir Compl Specialist 1 (RCP120) or position equivalent AND completion of the Georgia Environmental Health Training class. $50,618.52 Annually/Pay Grade J

Internal Only: PH ES3: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, which includes the completion of 27 semester or 40 quarter hours in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) and one (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Envir Compl Specialist 2 (RCP121) or position equivalent. Note: Any agency-specified certification/training that may be experience. $55,003.33 Annually/Pay Grade K

 Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in public health or a laboratory science. Active Registered Environmental Health Specialist credential. Level 2 On-site Sewage Management credential. Communication and customer service skills.

 *** Current state employees’ salary will be subject to State Personnel Board rule provisions. If you have questions regarding salary, please do not hesitate to contact WA***

 Work Conditions & Physical Demands: A combination of office and field work. Office work entails data entry, filing, and customer interaction both in-person and via phone. Field work involves inspections of facilities and requires sufficient mobility to move through work spaces and view areas under shelving and equipment. Swimming pool inspections primarily take place outdoors during warm weather months (April – September). Lifting of items during normal work should not exceed 25 pounds.

 * THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED

 Cobb and Douglas Public Health a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.

 TO APPLY: In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the Cobb & Douglas Public Health’s Online Employment Application. This job application can be found at: www.cdph-ess.com. Click on "Employment Opportunities" and locate this position, click “Apply” and begin your application process.     

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Thank you for your interest in CDPH. 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 necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

 Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

 If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: Natasha.Hart@dph.ga.gov

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