ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM SPECIALIST (Team Lead) - 40007425

Durham County Government employs approximately 1,900 employees that work towards providing needed services throughout the community. With a wide array of services, Durham County Government is at the heart of a rapidly growing and diverse area offering residents, employees and visitors exciting opportunities to live, work, grow and play. For more information about Durham County Government, visit www.dconc.gov.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The primary responsibilities of this position involve inspection and enforcement of state and local environmental health laws, rules and regulations that apply to food services, lodging, institutions and day care centers.

Position will be responsible for guiding a team of assigned Environmental Health Specialists. Responsibilities include staff training, quality assurance and inspections.

Must be available for on-call support and incident management for program related after-hours calls as well as management of weekend inspections / enforcement activities.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and deal tactfully with clients while enforcing public health laws is essential.
• Computer use is essential with a comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the CDP Program.
• Effective oral and written communication skills required

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two years of experience at the Environmental Health Specialist level in a Health Department.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Registered as a Environmental Health Specialist by the North Carolina Board of Sanitarian Examiners prior to employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Environmental Health Specialist candidates with greater than two years’ experience preferred.

Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer