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Nature of Work

Coconino County promotes a transformational leadership philosophy which elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Come be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
The Coconino County Health and Human Services' Environmental Health Program provides licensing and inspection services to just over 2,000 businesses throughout Coconino County to food establishments, hotels/motels, pools and spas, schools, children's camps, medical marijuana dispensaries, trailer parks/campgrounds, body art establishments as well as special event permitting. In addition, the program responds to public nuisance complaints and conducts vector activities for the surveillance of vector borne illnesses.
The Environmental Health (EH) Specialist II conducts inspections, manages special event permitting and assists with vector activities. In addition, the EH Specialist II strives to promote public health; prevent the spread of communicable and foodborne disease; reduce the risk of preventable illnesses and communicable disease; prevent transmission of vector borne illness; inform the public on steps to prevent illness and accidental injury; offer education to employees of regulated establishments; regulate permitted and licensed establishments to assure code compliance; determine if service levels are met and provide services that meet the expectations of our customers.
Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty in the environmental health field; performs related duties as assigned.

Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)

• Inspects various entities to ensure compliance with applicable legal codes
• Identifies and documents violations and secures compliance
• Performs epidemiological investigations under the direction of the Epidemiologist
• Conducts public health nuisance investigations, and resolves complaints, recommending enforcement actions to Director
• Reviews moderate to complex plans and makes determination to approve or deny
• Prepares documentation and enters data into Citizenserve permit tracking system
• Implements routine enforcement measures related to inspection duties
• Coordinates specialized programs
• Assists with vector control and zoonotic disease surveillance
• Provides training programs
• Recommends enforcement measures
• Prepares and maintains records and reports
• Performs related duties as assigned

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; standing, walking, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching and bending to perform inspections and investigations; working with and around other staff and customers; working alone; color vision for inspections, investigations and training; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation and communicating with customers, staff, etc.; finger dexterity for inspections, investigations and training.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, environmental science or closely related field and three years experience working in environmental health program; OR any combination of post-graduate education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a current certificate as a registered sanitarian issued by the State of Arizona. Be licensed by State Pest Control Commission, and certified Pool/Spa Operator by the National Swimming Pool Foundation, or acquire pest control licensing and pool/spa operator certificate within six months of employment.
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
Preferred qualifications: Four years of Environmental Health experience, experience with multiple Environmental Health programs including plan reviews, vector activities and special event programming, be standardized by the Food % Drug Administration and bilingual in Spanish or Navajo.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter, excellent communicator with high customer service skills and emotional intelligence; detail oriented, solution focused with experience in conducting inspections and investigations.
This position is safety sensitive.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of:
• Relevant Federal, State, and County codes, laws and regulations
• Principles and practices of field inspection, compliance monitoring, and enforcement
• Scientific basis for codes, laws and regulations
• Environmental related sciences such as biology, chemistry, environmental and physical sciences
• Construction codes pertaining to area of specialization
• Environmental health program development

• Skill in:
• Interpreting applicable codes and ordinances
• Interacting with diverse client groups
• Detecting violations
• Identifying appropriate measures to achieve compliance
• Teaching and training

• Ability to:
• Plan, organize and implement specialized programs
• Prepare and maintain records and reports
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Nature of Work

Coconino County promotes a transformational leadership philosophy which elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Come be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
The Coconino County Health and Human Services' Environmental Health Program provides licensing and inspection services to just over 2,000 businesses throughout Coconino County to food establishments, hotels/motels, pools and spas, schools, children's camps, medical marijuana dispensaries, trailer parks/campgrounds, body art establishments as well as special event permitting. In addition, the program responds to public nuisance complaints and conducts vector activities for the surveillance of vector borne illnesses.
The Environmental Health (EH) Specialist I conducts inspections, assists with vector activities and provides environmental health related education courses to the public. In addition, the EH Specialist I strives to promote public health; prevent the spread of communicable and foodborne disease; reduce the risk of preventable illnesses and communicable disease; prevent transmission of vector borne illness; inform the public on steps to prevent illness and accidental injury; offer education to employees of regulated establishments; regulate permitted and licensed establishments to assure code compliance; determine if service levels are met and provide services that meet the expectations of our customers.
Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in the environmental health field; performs related work as assigned.
Please note: This position is located in Page, AZ.

Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)

• Inspects all types of entities to ensure compliance with applicable legal codes
• Identifies and documents violations
• Performs public health nuisance investigations, resolves complaints and recommends enforcement actions to Director
• Assists in epidemiological investigations
• Coordinates inspection activities with related agencies
• Reviews simple plans to determine compliance with applicable legal codes
• Prepares documentation and enters data into Citizenserve permit tracking system
• Implements routine enforcement measures related to inspection duties
• Assists with vector control and zoonotic disease surveillance
• Prepares and maintains records
• Recommends enforcement measures
• Provides training
• Performs related duties

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; standing, walking, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching and bending to perform inspections and investigations; working with and around other staff and customers; working alone; color vision for inspections, investigations and training; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation and communicating with customers, staff, etc.; finger dexterity for inspections, investigations and training.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, environmental science or closely related field and one year experience working in an environmental health program.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess current certification as a Registered Sanitarian with the State of Arizona. Must be licensed by State Pest Control Commission; and certified Pool/Spa Operator by the National Swimming Pool Foundation or be willing to attain a Pest Control Applicator License and a Pool/Spa Operator Certificate within one year of employment.
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
Please note: Coconino County Health and Human Services Department will consider hiring a Environmental Health Specialist I who may not meet all stated additional requirements with an offer made contingent upon final review of applicant education and experience as related to the position. Coconino County will also consider hiring an individual if the applicant is not a Registered Sanitarian but meets the requirements to take the sanitarian exam. The individual will be hired at 5% below entry and will have up to one year to pass the sanitarian exam.
This position is safety sensitive.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter, excellent communicator with high customer service skills and emotional intelligence; detail oriented, solution focused with experience in conducting inspections and investigations.
Preferred qualifications: Experience in environmental health, conducting inspections, investigations and responding to nuisance complaints; vector activities; standardized by the Food and Drug Administration; Bilingual in Spanish or Navajo.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of:
• Relevant federal, state and county codes, laws and regulations
• Principles and practices of field inspection, compliance monitoring, and enforcement
• Scientific basis for codes, laws and regulations
• Environmental related sciences such as biology, chemistry and environmental and physical sciences

• Skill in:
• Interpreting applicable codes and ordinances
• Interacting with diverse client groups
• Detecting violations
• Recommending appropriate measures to achieve compliance

• Ability to:
• Prepare and maintain records and reports
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Nature of Work

As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments, Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization.
The Environmental Health Program provides licensing and inspection services to just over 2000 businesses throughout Coconino County to food establishments, hotels/motels, pools and spas, schools, children's camps, medical marijuana dispensaries, trailer parks/campgrounds, body art establishments as well as special event permitting. In addition, the program responds to public nuisance complaints and conducts vector activities for the surveillance of vector borne illnesses.
The Environmental Health Manager position (Program Manager III) supervises the day to day operations of the Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) Environmental Health (EH) team and supervises six Environmental Specialist positions.
The Program Manager leads and manages the EH team to promote environmental public health; prevent the spread of communicable and foodborne disease; reduce the risk of preventable illnesses and communicable disease; prevent transmission of vector borne illness; inform the public on steps to prevent illness and accidental injury; offer education to employees of regulated establishments; regulate permitted and licensed establishments to assure code compliance; determine if service levels are met; and provide services that meet the expectations of our customers.
Under direction performs work of considerable difficulty in public program management; performs related work as assigned.
Note: This posting is open until filled.

Typical Duties

Work performed includes oversight of operational functions, management of the Environmental Health program and staff; direct supervision to six Environmental Health Inspectors including level I's, II's and III's (level II and III positions have additional duties and expertise); and serving as a liaison between the CCHHS Flagstaff and the Page offices. The Program Manager is responsible for program development and evaluation, budget development and monitoring, data analysis, grant and contract management, quality improvement, staff performance evaluations, and coordination of services with other department programs and community organizations. The Program Manager will ensure annual reporting requirements are met for both Coconino County and the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Examples of work performed:

• Collaborating with staff to interpret Environmental Health Codes, State Statutes and Federal Regulations and ensures adherence to federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations
  
• Revising codes, ordinances, policies and procedures
  
• Oversee the implementation of a new database system
  
• Collaborating with both internal and external partners
  
• Problem solving
  
• Prepares and administers program budgets
  
• Manages databases, contracts, staff, reports to the Arizona Department of Health Services
  
• Conducting Environmental Health Inspections as needed and responding to nuisance complaints
  
• Fielding community complaints and questions
  
• Participating in statewide stakeholder meetings
  
• Assisting in the growth of staff skills and knowledge
  
• Creating a safe and healthy environment for staff to work
  
• Supporting staff both in the field and in the office

Current Environmental Health staffing consists of 8 employees, including Environmental Health Specialists I, II and III and Administrative support staff.
Essential functions include but are not limited to: driving; working with and around others; working with frequent interruptions; repetitive (hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder) motion for computer work; visual acuity (near and far) for computer work and working with applicants; color vision for working with computer screen; hearing and speech for ordinary and conversations and training; touch for computer work.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in public/business administration, or a related field within subject area and four years public program management experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience; OR, any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
Preferred qualifications: Master's Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Public Health or related subjects and/or four years' work experience in a regulatory environmental field; a Registered Sanitarian with a valid license in the State of Arizona or by NEHA; standardization as a FDA Food Inspection Officer; experience with Vector programs; at least four years' experience as a program manager and supervising staff; experience in code revisions and writing policies and procedures; Bi-lingual, Navajo/English or Spanish/English.
This position is exempt from overtime.
Note: Individuals in exempt classifications as part time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.
This position is safety sensitive.
The ideal candidate is a leader, self-starter, excellent communicator with high customer service skills and emotional intelligence; detail oriented, solution focused with considerable experience in oversight of operational functions, program and staff management, data analysis, grant and contract management, and quality improvement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of:
• Public program planning, development, budgeting and management
• Community needs and resources
• Grant development and administration
• Principles and practices of effective supervision
• Principles and practices of providing social services to culturally diverse populations
• Federal, state and local funding sources
• Software applications commonly used in program management

• Skill in:
• Analyzing programs and services, and structuring new programs and improvements

• Ability to:
• Interpret complex federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines
• Address the public and professional groups
• Analyze difficult situations and evaluate alternatives prior to making decisions
• Analyze administrative, personnel, and organizational problems and identify appropriate solutions
• Train and effectively manage assigned staff
• Perform outreach services
• Prepare and maintain complex reports and records
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

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