ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST II

EiVlPLOYlVIENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Environmental Health Specialist 11

Closing Date: Open Until Filled
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.J 0b Number: 24-037J 0b Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Tribal Health Department
City: Sacaton, AZ
Location: 433 W. Seed Farm Road.
Area of Interest: Tribal Health
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $51,874.
00 - $65,071.
00 Salary

Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Environmental Health Specialist II is distinguished from the Environmental Health Specialist independently
performing moderately difficult program functions, documentation of inspection findings and recommendations.
The Environmental Health Specialist II evaluates more complex programs services, recommends and implements
regulations, Tribal laws, codes; furnish advice, solutions and technical assistance on difficult problems; develops
and delivers training and functions in a lead capacity as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provide technical assistance and consultation on more complex aspects of environmental health sanitation
issues to tribal community and industry representatives.Handle complex or sensitive problems, assignments and environmental health related disease in investigations
(water borne, airborne, food-borne and vector-borne diseases).Plan, develop, implement and evaluate environmental health programs services related to codes and
ordinances, food sanitation, institutional environmental health, recreational sanitation, substandard housing,
vector control, wastewater management, and water quality.Prepare reports and properly file/keep records.Assume a lead role in guiding, assisting, and providing environmental health education to the Environmental
Health Specialist I and Environmental Health Technician.Actively participate in developing and updating Environmental Health service program plans, SOPs, codes
and goals.Investigate tribal communitys complaints regarding unsanitary conditions and collect evidence on infractions
and provide recommendations, implement and enforce the regulations according to the community ordinances.
Increase Tribal Community awareness through health education and health promotion about sanitation rules,
tribal codes, ordinances, regulation enforcement, and disease prevention related to environmental health
related infectious disease.Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE. SKILL AND ABILITY:Knowledgeable of tribal laws and Department of Public Health rules and regulations pertaining to
environmental health.Knowledgeable in use of field equipment, e.g., sound level meter, MSA pump, light meter, velometer,
"wooden head" electrical circuit tester, etc.Knowledge in both food and vector born roles.Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.Ability to mentor and cross train staff.Ability to conduct plan reviews associated with the GRIC Food Code.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Ability to maintain accurate records.Ability to prepare concise technical reports.Ability to effect improvement in sanitary practices in the private sector and sanitary programs in the public
sector.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials
and the public.Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene of
Natural Science or closely related field, and two (2) years experience as a Registered Sanitarian (RS) licensed
with the state of Arizona or Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) with the National
Environmental Health Association (NEHA); ORAssociates degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene of
Natural Science or closely related field, and four (4) years experience as a Registered Sanitarian (RS) licensed
with the state of Arizona or Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) with the National
Environmental Health Association (NEHA).ADDITIONAL RE! zUIREMENT:Required to obtain a Tribal Operators permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving
record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record
must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission
of the applicationRequired to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must
continue to maintain throughout duration of employment.Background checks are required for positions that involve regular contact with or control over Community
Children in accordance with The Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, 25 U.S.C.
Sections 3201 through 3210 and C.F.R. Part 63 and positions that have regular contact with the Elderly.Non-Supervisory, Salary Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achievingthe full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

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