Environmental Health Scientist II

UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 851-8158 Fax: (801) 851-8166 ‚ Email: humanresources@UtahCounty.gov http://www.utahcounty.gov “The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities.” Utah County Government Employees start every day with the well-being of the entire community in mind: How can I make my community a better place? Who will need my help and protection? How will I make a difference for someone? We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people. Apply today and join our Team. JOB ANNOUNCEMENT The Utah County Health Department seeks to prevent avoidable disease and injury and promote health by monitoring the health of the community and assuring conditions in which people can be healthy. Posting Date: August 31, 2022 Closing Date: *Open Until Filled *All applications received by September 14, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. MST will be screened by the Human Resources Office. Those applicants meeting the specified qualifications and additional screening criteria will be referred for a hiring interview. The Human Resource Office will continue to consider qualified candidates as needed until the position is filled. POSITION: Environmental Health Scientist II POSTING #: 3010-0622ksa *This position may be underfilled as an Environmental Health Scientist I or an Environmental Health Technician Multiple Full Time Career Service Merit Positions available with Benefits. The Opportunity: Under general supervision of a Bureau Director – Environmental Health, independently conducts sanitation inspections of eating establishments, commercial facilities, and public buildings. Inspects onsite sewage disposal and water systems to determine compliance with ordinances and laws designed to protect the health and safety of the public. Responds to and investigates complaints related to public health. Conducts public education training related to environmental health. May be assigned to work in multiple functional areas or exclusively to one, as determined by the Division Director – Environmental Health. Starting Pay: Environmental Health Scientist II - $29.40 - $33.81 Environmental Health Scientist I - $25.58 - $29.40 Environmental Health Technician - $21.66 - $24.91 Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Job Qualifications – Environmental Health Scientist II 1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university that includes thirty (30) credit hours in the natural sciences or a closely related field. 2. Three (3) years of experience as a licensed Environmental Health Scientist. Job Qualifications – Environmental Health Scientist I 1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university that includes thirty (30) credit hours in the natural sciences or a closely related field. 2. One (1) year of related work experience. Job Qualifications – Environmental Health Technician 1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university that includes thirty (30) credit hours in the natural sciences or a closely related field. 2. Incumbent must obtain, and thereafter maintain, licensure through the State of Utah as an Environmental Health Scientist during the probationary period for new hires or the trial period for promoted County employees. Preferred Candidates will possess some of the below attributes: Preference may be given to applicants who possess multiple certifications in an environmental health field and/or certifications applicable to position. Applicants must be licensed through the State of Utah as an Environmental Health Scientist. Applicants must obtain and maintain certifications in an environmental health field and/or certifications applicable to position. Click http://www.utahcounty.gov/Dept/Pers/JobDescriptionDetails.asp?ID=1582 for a full job description Benefits Package Includes: 100% paid premiums for health insurance Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k) Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options) Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA) Fourteen (14) paid Holidays Dental and Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program AAP/EEO Statement It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity. UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER