Environmental Health Specialist I

Environmental Health Specialist I - Vector - Temporary -165635 Print Apply Environmental Health Specialist I - Vector - Temporary -165635 Salary $27.14 - $31.21 Hourly Location Commerce City, CO Job Type Temporary 3 Job Number 06447 Department Public Health Department Division Environmental Health Opening Date 04/03/2024 Closing Date 4/17/2024 4:30 PM Mountain Our Mission At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion. Cultural Competencies/EEO Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic. Position classification Onsite Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite. + Description + Benefits + Questions What Success Looks Like In This Job The Environmental Health Specialist I performs basic mosquito light trap set-up and retrieval. Sorts and identifies mosquitoes, as required, and sends them for testing. Performs basic vector surveillance activities as deemed necessary for the limited contract position. Performs other duties as assigned. LEARNING RESPONSIBILITY: - Must commit to a learning mindset and continuous improvement regarding the practice of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work within Adams County and The Department of Public Health including management style, work style, training, communication, and evaluation. ACTION-RELATED RESPONSIBILITY RE: WORK OF THE POSITION: - Performs both internal and external work in a way that is equitably inclusive and effective within the diverse communities we serve. - Regularly assesses work and supports changes to remove systemic barriers, build systems that address inequities, and integrate Health Equity into all areas of work. - Creates and maintains partnerships and processes that support and integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of Adams County Health Department work. - Prioritizes transparency and supports an open-door culture. - Integrates diversity, equity, and inclusion into internal and external goal setting. This is a temporary full time position that is authorized to work for 12 months. This position is eligible for Medical coverage for themselves and children (no spousal coverage) and the 457b deferred compensation plan through Nationwide. This position is not eligible for any other benefits including dental, vison, holiday/sick/vacation accruals, and pension participation. Examples of Duties for Success - Performs mosquito light trap set-up and retrieval. - Sorts and identifies mosquitoes to send to lab as required. - Responds to vector complaints and may assist in investigating vector-borne illnesses. - Builds collaborative relationships internally across divisions and externally with community partners to advance public health initiatives in these settings as well as provides technical assistance and education to the public and other agencies regarding areas of public health concerns specific to vector-borne diseases. - Uses excellent verbal communication skills to explain findings of investigations. - Employs listening skills to hear others in an unbiased manner, respects points of view of others, and promotes the expression of diverse opinions and perspectives. - Proficiently and accurately inputs data into computer systems associated with environmental health programs as necessary. - Effectively uses analytic skills to define problems and applies ethical principles to the collection, maintenance, use, and dissemination of data and information. - Utilizes appropriate methods for interacting sensitively, effectively, and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic educational, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages and lifestyle preferences. - Develops and adapts approaches to problems that takes cultural differences into account. - Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications for Success - Ability to apply the principles, techniques, and practices consistently and appropriately as related to environmental health in a community public health program. - Ability to keep records and prepare clear and concise reports. - Communicate with the general public in establishing and maintaining reasonable standards of environmental health in the interest of public health. Negotiate and resolve conflict with members of the general public. - Demonstrate ability to exercise tact, discretion, and sound judgement. - Outstanding skills and abilities in verbal and written communications; ability to adapt a style to fit audiences of varying technical levels, and at various levels within an organization, in groups and individual settings. More Qualifications for Success Education - High School Diploma required License and Certificates - Possession of a valid driver's license. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work is primarily conducted both indoors and outdoors. Incumbent will experience routine exposure to hazards of a typical office environment and occasional exposures to disease, toxic compounds, pesticides, gases, and fumes. Requires work in industrial and construction areas, occasionally experiences exposures to machinery, working at heights and underground, and excessive noise. May be required to work outside regular hours to attend meetings or events. - Requires ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions and ability to walk and navigate on all types of terrain. - Requires ability to negotiate restricted pedestrian pathways. (e.g., assembly line, building maintenance areas, and construction sites) obstructed by equipment. necessary to the particular operation. - Requires sufficient hearing and speech ability to communicate verbally in response to inquiries, complaints, and to speak to large groups of people in an educational presentation. - Requires ability to lift and carry sampling equipment occasionally up to 50 pounds. - Requires manual dexterity to operate computer equipment and test equipment. - Requires color vision to distinguish titration/chemical reaction to color changes. - Requires correctable vision to observe sampling activities and conduct investigations of health situations. - Requires reliable transportation and access to drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions. Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations. Clickhere to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice. Benefits You Expect: + AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance + Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance + Deferred Compensation Plan + Dental/Vision/Medical Plans + Generous Vacation/Sick leave + Long-Term Disability + Retirement Plan + Short-Term Disability Plus some you might not expect: + Employee Assistance Program + Employee Fitness Center + Employee Health Clinics + Flexible Work Schedules + Recreation Center Discounts + Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs + Wellness programs + Lactation friendly certified workplace 01 Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position. + Yes, I understand and agree + Yes, I understand but disagree. 02 A requirement of this position is that you possess a valid driver's license. Do you meet this requirement? + Yes + No 03 Arequirementof the position is that you possess at least a high school diploma or GED. Do you meet this requirement? + Yes + No 04 The hiring department is requesting a resume is attached with the application. Did you provide your resume? + Yes + No Required Question Agency Adams County Address 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, Website Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email