Environmental Health Aide

  • COUNTY OF LAKE, CA
  • Lake County, California
  • May 10, 2024
Full Time Environmental Services Public Health
  • Salary: $34,444.80 - $41,870.40 Annually USD

Job Description

General Recruitment Information

Health Services
Environmental Health Division
Lake County, California

Apply now and be part of our dynamic Environmental Health team! The Environmental Health division promotes and protects the health of our community through education and enforcement of public health laws. As part of the Environmental Health, you'll contribute to solutions for a sustainable future while ensuring compliance with regulations. This role offers a chance to make a real difference in Lake County's well-being. Join our team!

Minimum Qualifications

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License.

Education and Experience:

Completion of at least thirty (30) semester units from an accredited college or university, which included a minimum of six (6) semester units in the biological or physical sciences.

OR

One (1) year of full-time experience performing a variety of office or administrative support work in a field environment related to environmental health, including experience in a position requiring substantial public contact.

Job Description

DEFINITION
Under direct supervision, performs a variety of paraprofessional and office support tasks in the field of environmental health; enters data into a variety of software systems; updates and maintains specialized environmental health records; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This single journey level classification is responsible for a variety of office, administrative, and field support work related to environmental health. Incumbents assist registered Environmental Health Specialists in the performance of semi-skilled tasks requiring a basic understanding of science and/or environmental health.

This is not exhaustive of all job responsibilities. For more details, please refer to the link provided below.

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The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.

Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.

ADA Accommodations
Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.

The County of Lake is dedicated to valuing diversity and promoting inclusion, recognizing that our diverse workforce is our most valuable asset, and ensuring our customers remain our top priority.

The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer

Veteran's Preference

RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees.The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.

VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

HOLIDAYS- An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range.

SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security.

CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees.

Closing Date/Time: 5/19/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Base Pay

34,444

Job Address

Lake County, California United States View Map