Environmental Health Analyst

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience

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Expected starting salary is $32.07 to $42.83. Full salary range is $32.07 to $53.58.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, hydrology, environmental science, public health or related field.
OR
Associate’s degree from an accredited college in chemistry, biology, hydrology, environmental science, or related field and two (2) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Healthy Homes Specialist credentialed by the Building Performance Institute.
• Experience in a public health related field. 

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, analyzes and evaluates environmental public health data and trends and maintains healthy homes website information and dashboards. Assists with environmental public health projects and community outreach. Provides consultation and technical assistance to clients, the public and partner organizations on environmental public health topics including water quality and healthy homes. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Examples of Work

• Collects, compiles, and evaluates water quality and healthy homes data, surveys, educational tools, and human health hazard mitigation resources. 
• Provides consultation in person to clients, the public and regional partners regarding environmental public health services. Recommends and implements improvements to environmental public health interventions.  
• Assists with the development and implementation of regional drinking water quality and healthy homes initiatives. 
• Assists with preparation and coordination of environmental public health projects. Conducts community outreach, creates workplans, and develops objectives.
• Performs chemical and bacteriological laboratory analysis of water samples.
• Assists with maintaining state certifications.
• Supports the department during disease outbreaks and emergency situations that may require non-standard work hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices as related to the recognition, elimination, and control of environmental public health hazards.
• Knowledge of public health and natural sciences.
• Knowledge of environmental public health, epidemiology, microbiology, biostatistics, and risk communication.
• Skill in the use of computers and technology including Esri suite of GIS software and Microsoft excel.
• Skill in the operation of lab analytical equipment, including computer interfaces. 
• Skill in conducting analysis of water samples in the field or lab.
• Skill in analyzing problems, identifying, and implementing solutions.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written, including public speaking and presenting.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to develop and follow complex verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to interpret maps and quality assurance manuals.
• Ability to identify and address environmental conditions that affect the integrity or quality of sample analysis.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to support a quality improvement culture by growing knowledge, identifying performance improvement opportunities, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Additional Considerations

• This is a Rochester, MN based position and is not remote eligible at this time.
• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
• Olmsted County does not sponsor applicants for this position.

Employer: Olmsted County

Address: 151 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904

Phone: 507-328-7700