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

Pay Range:

$33.69 - $41.35 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):

January 21, 2024

The Opportunity:

This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies for the Environmental Health Specialist and/or the Environmental Health Specialist - Trainee job profiles in the Environmental Health Services unit.

All candidates are eligible for a $1500 hiring incentive to be paid on their first paycheck. The incentive will be prorated based on the position's FTE.

Salary will be within the range specific to the role offered:

Environmental Health Specialist Trainee: $30.04 - $36.79

Environmental Health Specialist: $33.69 - $41.35

OVERVIEW: THIS WORK MATTERS!

Are you passionate about protecting the public from environmental health related issues and applying an equity lens in the workplace? Do you have experience with local environmental health issues and a public health perspective? Do you currently have, OR are you interested in training for an Environmental Health Specialist license? If you answered Yes to any of these questions, consider applying to be part of Multnomah County’s Environmental Health Services (EHS) unit as an Environmental Health Specialist OR Environmental Health Specialist - Trainee. Review the information below to learn more about the EHS unit and which position you might be qualified for!

The Unit:

As part of Multnomah County’s Health Department, EHS enacts a mission to protect the public from environmental health related issues, including food, water, vector borne diseases and environmental health threats and disasters. The EHS unit performs this complex work by implementing programs for Inspections, Vector Control, Vital Records, Food Handlers, Tobacco Control and Prevention, and Healthy Homes & Communities. The employees within this unit are dedicated to understanding numerous environmental health concerns by using a public health and equity-informed lens to analyze local environmental health issues, regulate specified businesses and enforce state and local environmental health policies.

The Role:

This posting allows you to apply for both the Environmental Health Specialists and Environmental Health Specialist Trainee role. Both positions perform a variety of inspection duties directed toward the promotion and maintenance of environmental health laws in licensed facilities such as food service operations, swimming pool and spa pools, tourist accommodations, schools, and other facilities. The salary and level of responsibility will be commensurate with the roles designation as EHS or EHS - Trainee.

Diversity & 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 experience and skills relevant or transferable to the position, including those gained through education, volunteering, work experience (including the military) and/or lived experience. Please be clear and specific in your application materials about how your experience is relevant to the position you’re applying for and why your skills qualify you.

Note: You should apply for the position you are qualified for, and can apply for both positions if you meet the requirements for both positions. For the Environmental Health Specialist (not trainee) role you MUST possess registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in the State of Oregon or the National Environmental Health Association.

Required Minimum Qualifications by role:

Environmental Health Specialist Trainee

Education and Experience (outlined in ORS 700.035 ):

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including at least 45 quarter hours or the equivalent semester hours in science courses related to environmental sanitation.

OR

• Possession of at least 15 quarter hours, or the equivalent semester hours, in science courses relating to environmental sanitation from an accredited college or university AND at least five years of experience in environmental sanitation or related activities, as determined by the board, under the supervision of a registered environmental health specialist or a person possessing equal qualifications, as determined by the board.

• Additional Requirements:

  • Possession of a valid driver license at time of hire.

  • Demonstration of a commitment to environmental justice

  • Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.

Note: This Trainee role is a pathway to the Environmental Health Specialist role and is limited to two years, during which time you can work towards qualifying to register as an Environmental Health Specialist in the State of Oregon or the National Environmental Health Association. Trainee’s often (but not always) transition into specialists with Multnomah County.

Environmental Health Specialist

Education and Experience (outlined in ORS 700.030 ):

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, or university, including at least 45 quarter hours or the equivalent semester hours in science courses related to environmental sanitation AND two years of experience in environmental sanitation under the supervision of a registered environmental health specialist.

OR

• A Graduate degree in public or community health from an accredited college or university AND one year of experience in environmental sanitation under the supervision of a registered environmental health specialist.

Additional Requirements:

• License or Certificate: Possession of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in the State of Oregon or the National Environmental Health Association.

• Possession of a valid driver license at time of hire.

• Demonstration of a commitment to environmental justice

• Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

To be considered, please submit ALL required materials, as missing any of these required documents constitutes an incomplete application and will disqualify you from consideration.

Required Materials:

A completed online application

A Resume

A cover letter detailing which role you’re applying for, how your experience is relevant and why your skills qualify you for the position. For the EHS (not trainee) role, please make sure it is clear you possess the required certification.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. To view how we typically screen applications, review the selection process page, but please note that t his process is subject to change without notice.

We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

Review of application materials for required minimum qualifications

Identification of top candidates through a scored assessment process

Panel Interview

Reference Checks

Background Check (depending on assignment)

SUMMARY:

Recruiter: Pam Gonzales Wheeler ( pam.gonzales.wheeler@multco.us)

Department: Health

Unit: Environmental Health Services (EHS)

Job Profile: Environmental Health Specialist 1 & 2

Pay Range: $30.04 - $41.35

Hiring Incentive: $1500*

Position Type: Hourly Union-Represented (eligible for overtime)

Work Type: Hybrid (work performed in the field, the EHS office and at home).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

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 Know Your Rights 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:

Pam Gonzales Wheeler

Email:

pam.gonzales.wheeler@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (971) 9174572

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:

6356 - Environmental Health Specialist