Under the supervision of the Environmental Health Director, is assigned specific program(s) responsibilities and serves as the supervisor for designated environmental health staff that work within that program(s). Participates in, and performs duties in all program areas and acts as a liaison to local, state and federal agencies to help coordinate public health services.
Employment Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental health or related field is required and five or more years of experience in environmental public health programs. Registered Sanitarian Certification in the State of Michigan or Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) through the National Environmental Health Association.
Experience & Required Skills:
- Ability to plan, organize, and direct all aspects of assigned program(s) including personnel, budget, oversight, service planning, and general administration.
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial principals, public health principles, developing and implementing policies and procedures, and assessment and evaluation techniques.
- Assembling and analyzing data, and preparing comprehensive and accurate reports, and formulating policy and service recommendations.
- Effective communication of ideas and concepts orally and in writing, and making presentation in public forums
- Computer skills necessary to effectively utilize word processing, spreadsheet, and EH software.
- Quality assurance and quality improvement
- Ability to critically assess situations and solve problems, and to work effectively under stress, within deadlines, changes in work priorities, and in emergency situations.
Special Requirement: Must have a valid Michigan Driver’s License and reliable transportation, as work-related travel is required.
Salary and Fringe Benefits:
This is a full-time position with recommended placement in Hillsdale or Coldwater office; 37.5 hours per week with a starting wage of $31.30 per hour. BHSJCHA offers a full range of fringe benefits including Health, Dental, Optical, and Life Insurances, Sick and Annual Leaves, an Employer Contributed Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Plan.
Application Process:
Qualified applicants should submit their resumes with cover letter to:
Kayse O’Donnell -Human Resources Support Specialist
Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency
570 Marshall Rd
Coldwater, MI 49036
odonnellk@bhsj.org
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Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.