Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian in Training
Gallatin County
- Bozeman, MT
- $2,066-2,257 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Schedules and conducts field inspections in assigned program area to determine compliance with state and local regulations.
- Reviews, evaluates, and approves documents, licenses, plans and permits for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in a timely and effective manner.
- Performs investigations of complaints as assigned. Recommends appropriate corrective action or enforcement action based on nature and severity of identified violations. Maintains accurate and up to date documentation of violations and corrective actions in appropriate database in a timely, accurate, and factual manner. Consistently conducts follow-up with inspection or other means to ensure corrective actions are implemented. Provides education and guidance in correcting area of nonconformity.
- Provides technical and regulatory assistance to the community as needed in response to regulatory questions or complaints related to a broad range of environmental health conditions.
- Participates and provides input regarding established policies and procedures, local and state regulations.
- Communicates and coordinates regularly with immediate supervisor, program Lead, and others. Accurately informs of work progress including potential concerns and suggestions in order to address problems in a timely and efficient manner.
- Follows established practices in assigned work area, and seeks innovation and initiates opportunities for improvement.
- Perform a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor. This includes coordinating special projects, system analysis, attending meetings and special events, and attending continuing education and training as required.
- If the County Commission proclaims a local emergency due to an actual or threatened disaster such as an earthquake, fire, riot, flood, etc., County employees may be required to provide services during the emergency and for a subsequent period of assessment and recovery.
Licenses and Certifications: Applicants for this position must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable under the County's liability policies.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONAbout Gallatin County:Located in a sweeping valley in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Gallatin County is the most populated and fastest growing county in scenic southwest Montana. The County Seat of Bozeman at large encompasses over 50,000 people, yet has a small town feel. Located in a breathtaking Rocky Mountain setting, it is close to world-class downhill skiing, blue ribbon trout streams, Yellowstone National Park and a multitude of other outdoor activities in the pristine nearby wilderness areas.Gallatin County covers over 2,500 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks and open ranch lands. Nearly half of all the land in Gallatin County is under public ownership by the Gallatin National Forest, the State of Montana, Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service.Gallatin County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Yellowstone National Park (our first National Park) to lush farmland, and a growing economy of high-tech industries. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, ranchers, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Gallatin County's boundless opportunities.Some of the many benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees:Excellent Medical Health Benefits - Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $205.00 per pay period.Medical deductible is $400 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.To see all of our benefits, please click on the benefits tab.As a condition of hire, the final candidate will be required to successfully pass a criminal history check and background investigation.To be considered for this position please be prepared to attach the following required documents to your online application:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Three (3) references
Licensed Registered Sanitarian: $2,168.80- $2,256.80 per pay period, based on $27.11- $28.21 per hour DOE + Excellent Benefits.***Higher rates of pay will be considered for applicants with a Montana RS license and previous experience in the field.***
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