DIRECTOR, DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Director, District Environmental Services

Salary : $122,800.32 - $190,979.52 Annually

Location : Los Angeles County, CA

Job Type : Full time

Job Number : PH5689E

Department : PUBLIC HEALTH

Opening Date : 02 / 20 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Examination Number : PH5689E

Type of Recruitment : Open Competitive Job Opportunity

First Day of Filing : Monday, February 24, 2025 at 8 : 30 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Special Salary Information : This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations. No Out-of-Class Experience will be accepted.

Definition : Has overall responsibility for the administrative direction and planning of general environmental health services and uniform enforcement of related laws.

Classification Standards : The one position allocable to this class is responsible for the overall administrative direction and coordination of general environmental health services and inspections and insuring uniform enforcement of applicable laws and ordinances in the various health districts / regions throughout the County. This position reports to the director of environmental health services in the Department of Public Health.

Essential Job Functions :

• Represents the environmental health management before the Board of Supervisors, City Councils, Federal and State agencies, industrial groups and the public.
• Coordinates the work of the service with other departmental functions, County departments, Federal, State, and local agencies, and affected industries.
• Develops policies, programs, and procedures pertaining to his / her area for uniform administration and interpretation.
• Acts as an appeal authority on enforcement decisions disputed by the public or industry.
• Prepares budget requests for review by the environmental health services director including personnel, equipment, and new or revised programs.
• Analyzes proposed legislation and ordinances which may affect general environmental health services and inspections.
• Directs the maintenance of records and the preparation of reports.
• Acts for the director of environmental health services in the latters absence, as needed.

Requirements :

Minimum Requirements : Two (2) years of experience at the level of the Countys class of Chief Environmental Health Specialist

License : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Physical Class : Physical Class II Light : This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Special Requirement Information :

Withhold Information : No withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

Desirable Qualification : Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications :

Additional Information :

Examination Content : This assessment type will evaluate the training and experience you list on a questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses : Minimum Requirements and Desirable Qualifications. Candidates must meet the Minimum Requirements and must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added on the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment.

Eligibility Information : Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly.

Vacancy Information : The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. Available Shift : Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Application and Filing Information : We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your application promptly as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Any required documents and / or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov.

In the "Subject" of the e-mail please type the Exam Number and Exam Title. Failure to provide complete, accurate information will impact the assessment of your qualifications and the acceptance of your application into the examination process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the REQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and / or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job / position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and / or Supplemental Questionnaire is / are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED.

Important Notes :

Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https : / / lacountylibrary.org.

Social Security Number : Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

Do Not Share User ID and Password : All applicants must file their application online