Multnomah County, OR Hiring for Environmental Health Specialist Trainee at Portland, OR Full Time

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$27.25 – $33.37 Hourly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

May 31, 2022

The Opportunity:

This Work Matters!

Join a team that includes Portland’s most outstanding healthcare professionals!

• Do you possess registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in Training in the State of Oregon?
  

• Do you have a passion for working in a challenging environment where you can serve culturally diverse populations?
  

• Are you looking for an opportunity where you will make a difference in the community through the promotion and maintenance of environmental health laws?
  

The Environmental Health Specialist Trainee performs a variety of inspection duties toward the promotion and maintenance of environmental health laws in licensed facilities such as food service operations, child care facilities and residential care facilities, public drinking water systems, swimming pools and spa pools, tourist accommodations, schools, and other facilities and duties as required in meeting the Health Department’s mission, vision and goals.

As the Environmental Health Specialist Trainee , you will:

• Inspect, grade and assist in enforcement of the State sanitary code in licensed food service establishments, mobile units, child care and residential care facilities; inspect for cleanliness of premises, equipment maintenance and operation, suitability of building structure according to codes, personal hygiene of employees and the preparation and service of food in a sanitary manner

• Cite temporary food service establishments for violations of State Sanitary code posing an immediate threats to public health

• Inspect tourist facilities to ensure compliance with relevant sanitary codes; inspect public and private swimming pools and spa pools, municipal water supplies and private wells; test water samples for bacteriological and chlorine residues

• Educate and communicate environmental health concepts to the community

• Investigate food service, fire and sewage complaints; determine validity of complaint and determine most effective method of resolution

• Preparing computerized reports and maintaining records as required

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don’t just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County’s attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item in a section is labeled as required. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process .

Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Must be or meet the Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Training with the State of Oregon as outlined by ORS 700.035.

• Must possess a valid State issued Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills* : You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Previous report writing experience

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to work with diverse cultures

• Attention to detail

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exception as a qualification of employment.

The rule applies to all employees, as allowable by law. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of application/ resume and cover letter for minimum qualifications and all required attachments. If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application, your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.

• Supplemental questions

• Phone screen

• Oral exam

• Consideration of top candidates

• Background, reference, and education checks

Required: The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. An application/ resume demonstrating you meet minimum qualifications, AND

2. A cover letter addressing why you are interested in the position, AND how your skills, training and experience meet the required minimum qualifications for this position, AND

3. Responses to the following three Supplemental Questions :

• Are you a Registered Environmental Health Specialist Trainee or do you qualify for registration through your education track?
  

• Do you possess a valid driver’s license?
  

• This position requires a significant amount of self-direction and self-motivation. Describe how you keep yourself motivated and directed to accomplish daily work as well as special projects.
  

Note: The application (resume, cover letter and supplemental questions responses) should demonstrate your work experience/ skills and how it is related to those shown in the overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Wednesday to Saturday, 7:30 am – 6:00 pm

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don’t just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Chandra Montgomery

Email:

[email protected]

Phone:

+1 (503) 9884733 x84733

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

6354 – Environmental Health Specialist Trainee