EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
We are committed to equity and social justice in principle, in practice, and by policy. We value diverse perspectives in our workforce, and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans.

WHO MAY APPLY
These positions are opened to all qualified applicants. These positions have been approved to last up two years and are eligible for full benefits. Career Service opportunities (permanent positions) will be available soon for these job classifications in the OnSite program.

SALARY

•  The pay range for a Health and Environmental Investigator I is $29.59 to $37.50 per hour
• The pay range for a Health and Environmental Investigator II is $34.93 to $44.28 per hour

LOCATION
The position is located in the Eastgate Public Health Office, 14350 Eastgate Way, Bellevue, WA 98007.

WORK SCHEDULE
The normal workweek is Monday – Friday. Evening and weekend work may be required.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your King County application form, response to supplemental questions, and cover letter online at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs. Applications without the required material may not be considered. Contact: If you have additional questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Nic Horea, Human Resources Analyst at (206) 263-8736 or at nicolaehorea@kingcounty.gov

•  Provide culturally competent education, technical assistance, and regulatory compliance advice to industries, facilities, the media, and the general public.
• Convey and interpret public health and environmental codes, regulations, policies, and technical regulatory information to a variety of diverse audiences.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with current public health and environmental codes, regulations and policies.
• Determine if regulatory violations have occurred, document violations, and establish schedule for corrections; and make recommendations for follow-up to senior investigators based upon investigation findings.
• Perform investigations and coordinate activities with senior level investigators to initiate enforcement or corrective actions as required.
• Respond to public complaints and inquiries on environmental health matters.
• Maintain and use program based computerized systems, write and review reports, and maintain accurate records.
• Work with other agencies and jurisdictions to receive, screen, or share information regarding the environmental health.
• Present basic environmental health program information at meetings and public forums.
• Participate in assigned Environmental Health Division meetings and trainings.

• Registered Sanitarian certificate from the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) or the Washington State Environmental Health Association (WSBRS) is required at the time of hire into these positions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local industry codes, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental health and protection. Environmental sciences and engineering principles; public health principles and disease process; and disease prevention principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory and technical research methods.
• Demonstrated knowledge of conflict resolution techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct complex environmental health investigation using established regulations, codes, and practices; to research, monitor, and apply federal, state and local laws, policies, and environmental protection.
• Demonstrated experience investigating failing on-site sewage systems and permitting repairs and new system designs.
• Knowledge of environmental sciences and environmental engineering principles.
• Knowledge of environmental protection programs, laws, regulations and policy processes.
• Knowledge of data collection, analysis and interpretation techniques.
• Knowledge of federal, Washington state and local environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of regulatory and technical research methods.
• Skill in synthesizing a variety of information and in assessing organizational and political impact.
• Skill in identifying and using alternative resources.
• Skill in balancing regulations with individual situations.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated successful experience in customer service with broadly diverse populations.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing web portals or other software solutions for managing large quantities of data.
• Demonstrated experience writing, analyzing or reviewing inspection reports.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Health equivalent.

• The selection process may include but is not limited to: evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. For more information on our selection process, please refer to http://www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/jobs.aspx
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• Staff may be required to play an active role in the event of a public health emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours.
• If you need an accommodation in the recruitment process or an alternate format of the announcement, please inquire directly with the contact listed on the job announcement or the department’s Human Resources Service Delivery Manager.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The selected candidates will be required to pass a thorough background investigation.
• The selected candidate is required to pass a pre-employment physical exam.
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time.

UNION AFFILIATION
This position is represented by Professional and Technical, Local 17