Main Purpose of Job
This position directs the Environmental Health Program for Talbot County Health Department (TCHD) and is responsible for general oversight and management of the program. This position is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, directing, coordinating and prioritizing activities of all Environmental Health programs at TCHD. This includes related budget tracking, activity reporting, and oversight of public health programs (including Food Safety. Well & Septic, Public Pools, Rabies Prevention, etc) through subordinate supervisors and staff to ensure compliance with environmental health laws, regulations and policies. The Director of Environmental Health provides consultation to the public and regulated industry on processes, testing, permits, technologies, licensing, and complaints. Public Health Emergency Response: In the case of public health emergency, as declared by the Health Officer/Designee or higher authority, where it may be necessary to carry out the mission of the Health Department, this position may be required to report for duty during nights and/or weekends.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, in biological, physical, environmental science or chemistry, and six years of experience involving inspections and investigations in the field of environmental health or closely related environmental health experience, including two years in a supervisory capacity. A master's degree in Public Health or Environmental Health Science can substitute for one-year non-supervisory experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The desired candidate should possess the following:
- Experience in Environmental Health serving management and hierarchical recognition
- Extensive knowledge and application of Environmental Health regulations and laws
- Strong leadership, strategic planning and communication skills
- Fiscal stewardess managing budgets and grants
- Familiarity with the State of Maryland
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Candidates for positions in this classification must possess and maintain a current Registered Environmental Health Specialist license or be eligible to obtain licensure as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist from the Maryland Board of Environmental Health Specialists.
A copy of your license should be uploaded to your application or include the license number and expiration date on your application. SELECTION PROCESS
This is a Management Service position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. A resume must be uploaded to your application.
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the , any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.