Environmental Health Supervisor, Shelton, WA

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Environmental Health Supervisor

Salary $75,884.64 - $94,660.32 Annually
Location Mason County, WA
Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 202400043
Department Health Services
Opening Date 08/01/2024
FLSA Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit NU

Description

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found in positions of this class.

Please review the full position description for additional information.

Description

Review date: 8/19/2024

The Environmental Health Supervisor will organize and lead the operations and staff within select Environmental Health (EH) programs for the Public Health and Human Services Department. Implement policies and facilitate training to provide clear guidance to staff and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Examples of Duties

(Any one position may not include all the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.)

Responsible for assigning, supervising, training, and evaluating the work performance of assigned staff.

Review progress and carry out changes in priorities and schedules to ensure services are provided in an efficient and timely manner. Serve as acting EH Manager when the Manager is unavailable.

Implement established policies, procedures, work rules, and performance standards to ensure the efficient and effective operation of assigned programs in compliance with county standards and federal, state, and local laws. Investigate and resolve personnel issues when appropriate.

Analyze data related to assigned programs; prepare reports, communicate effectively both orally and in writing to staff, EH Manager, Health Officer, and Director. Communicate with the public and represent the department in a variety of public settings locally, regionally, and state-wide.

Provide input to the EH Manager to review and assess assigned program budget. Evaluate staffing needs and time commitment relative to current fees and recommend changes to fees in response to changing regulations and community needs.

Coordinate assigned EH program activities with other County departments and outside governmental and community agencies and organizations. Maintain interagency cooperation with all regulatory agencies.

Provide leadership to assigned EH programs. Provide input to EH Manager for development of local plans and policies. Support County Boards and Committees by providing leadership, consultation, analysis, technical advice, and communication related to EH programs. Represent the department in the absence of the EH Manager.

Review permits and ensure program review and quality improvement in assigned programs.

Oversee enforcement activities for all applicable federal, state, and local rules pertaining to assigned EH programs as authorized. Implement and maintain data systems and records that provide proper evaluation, control, and documentation of assigned operations.

Support the EH Manager during EH emergency response to declared emergencies within the boundaries of Mason County. May be asked to assist with other public health emergency situations and train public health staff.

Direct the resolution of inquiries, complaints, problems, or emergencies affecting the availability or quality of services. Respond to sensitive or complex inquiries or service complaints.

Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Other duties as assigned.

OTHER JOB DUTIES:

• May be required to obtain additional education as required to conduct business functions.

Knowledge of:

• Supervision principles and practices.
• Legal requirements, regulations, and laws applicable to EH.
• Techniques and practices of environmental sciences essential in the practice of environmental health programs and services.
• Principles and practices of performance management.

Skill in:

• MS Suite
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with individuals and groups regarding complex or sensitive issues or regulations.
• Customer service.

Ability to:

• Organize, and oversee assigned work programs, including monitoring work schedules and evaluating the work of others.
• Provide input to the development of divisional and departmental goals and objectives.
• Analyze and evaluate operations and provide input to implement corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Implement innovative programs and services in EH.

Minimum Qualifications

(Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job may be considered.)

• Bachelor's degree in public health, environmental or natural science, public administration, or a related field.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience.
• One (1) year of supervisory or lead experience.
• Ability to obtain Registered Sanitarian (RS) designation from WSBRS or REHS certification from NEHA within twelve (12) months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in public health or a related field.
• Registered Sanitarian designation from WSBRS or REHS certification from NEHA

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Washington State Driver's License

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions

(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Mason County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Work is performed both in an office environment and in the field requiring the employee to work in all weather conditions and at improved and unimproved building sites. Employees in this classification are required to be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb to accomplish their work tasks and are required to operate field and general office equipment including computers, adding and calculating machines, and camera, and may be required to move up to twenty (20) pounds on a routine basis and more than fifty (50) pounds periodically. Requires attendance at night meetings and fieldwork where the employee may be exposed to hazardous or contaminated materials. At times, will receive an emergency contact outside of work hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays to resolve an immediate issue of public health importance as part of the health department's 24-hour response team consisting of the Health Officer, Director, and all other managers and supervisors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in public health or a related field.
• Registered Sanitarian designation from WSBRS or REHS certification from NEHA

Agency
County of Mason (WA)

Address411 N 5th St
Shelton, Washington, 98584

Phone (360) 427-9670

Website humanresources@masoncountywa.gov

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