Environmental Health Practitioner (LEHP)/Environmental Health Specialist
Knox County is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Environmental Health Specialist or Environmental Health Practitioner.
Salary:
Environmental Health Specialist: $25.93 per hour
Environmental Health Practitioner (LEHP): $28.52 per hour
Responsibilities:
- Conduct inspections and enforce Knox County ordinances across various environmental health programs, including food, water, onsite wastewater, tanning, body art, vector control, lead, and more.
- Survey and review plans of food service establishments, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Participate in epidemiological investigations related to foodborne and waterborne illnesses.
- Provide education and guidance on environmental health practices and regulations.
- Evaluate and inspect water wells, private sewage disposal systems, and registered sewage pumper trucks.
- Collaborate with homeowners in sealing abandoned wells.
- Regularly report on completed work, ongoing projects, and suggest corrective measures.
- Serve as a resource for environmental health inquiries and provide written communication regarding regulations.
- Collect and present information at administrative and court hearings.
- Collect samples for laboratory analysis, interpret results, and maintain accurate records.
- Assist in training new employees as directed.
- Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in communication.
- Contribute to team and department performance management activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from accredited University or College ( with a minimum 30 semester hours/45 quarter hours in physical or biological science required).
- Must apply for Environmental Health Practitioner in Training license within 6 months of hire.
- Must obtain and maintain Environmental Health Practitioner licensure within 3 years of hire.
- Must have a valid driver license and ability to drive
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. To Apply:
Please submit your resume & unofficial transcripts to: hr@knoxcountyhealh.org and apply online at https://www.knoxcountyhealth.org/.
Join us in making a positive impact on the health and safety of our community!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.93 - $28.52 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
Ability to Relocate:
- Galesburg, IL 61401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person