This position is located in Swainsboro, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. If relocating to the area, please specify on the application.

The East Central Health District 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 Environmental Health Specialist 1, 2, or 3, our Emanuel County Health Department.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, 401K, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Job Responsibilities

Under supervision, performs inspections, interviews, and technical reviews for an environmental health program in a public health department. Investigates complaints and recommends enforcement action as necessary.

• Interprets regulatory issues, technical issues, and analytical data to document compliance • Investigates complaints, provides environmental education and technical assistance • Performs inspections, interviews, technical reviews and recommends enforcement actions as needed • Plans and conducts facility audits and inspections • Prepares sampling plan and collects samples in accordance with established procedures • Provides information to the public, regulated community, and enforcement officers regarding the environmental laws and regulations • Responds to environmental emergencies and conducts safety evaluations • Reviews permit applications; drafts, modifies and issues permits in accordance with the rules, regulations, and established procedures • Reviews permit requirements and regulations in order to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental laws.

***Transcripts must be attached to application for consideration***

Environmental Health Specialist I: Completion of a bachelor's degree at an accredited four-year college or university which included the completion of forty (40) quarter hours (or 27 semester hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) OR Bachelor’s Degree in a directly related field. $42,819.47

Environmental Health Specialist II: With above qualifications must have one year of full time professional level environmental health experience equivalent to an Environmental Health Specialist I must have attended and completed the Georgia Environmental Health Specialist Training. $47,101.41

Environmental Health Specialist III: With above qualifications must have one year of full time professional level environmental health experience equivalent to an Environmental Health Specialist II must have attended and completed the Georgia Environmental Health Specialist Training. $51,811.56

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@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 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.