Description of Work
Environmental Health Regional Specialists (EHRS) train and/or authorize Environmental Health Specialists (EHS) employed by LHDs as agents of the State and assist those personnel in public health protection through consistent and fair implementation of the rules governing private drinking water wells and on-site wastewater treatment and dispersal systems. This position would be responsible for program reviews at local health departments (LHDs), mid-career training at LHDs, as well as all aspects of field training and preparing EHS and EHS Interns (EHSi) for Delegation of Authority in program areas in OSWP. This position will work closely with LHDs to help implement necessary program components to comply with rules and statutes governing private drinking water wells and on-site wastewater treatment and dispersal systems.
About The NC Division Of Public Health
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.
About the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Compensation And Benefits
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for benefits: https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits.
For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies
Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed "eligible" for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed.
Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
- Demonstrated experience with permitting, construction, inspection, operation and maintenance of onsite wastewater treatment and dispersal systems and private drinking water supply wells.
- Proven experience with soils, geology and hydrogeology as related to installation of private drinking water wells and on-site wastewater systems.
- Strong experience with performing wastewater treatment processes and utilizing technologies used in decentralized settings.
- Working experience with presenting technical and non-technical information to internal and external customers.
- Demonstrated experience with composing clear and grammatically correct written correspondence and written reports.
Management Preferences
Experience working in or with local health department On-Site Water Protection Environmental Health Programs.
Physical Requirements
Walk long distances through rough terrain during all types of weather and may be exposed to insects, snakes, chemicals, fumes, and machinery
Perform light to strenuous physical activity and lift up to 50 pounds;
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution with coursework in physical and biological sciences and three years of professional experience in environmental health;
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
DHHS CONTACT INFORMATION
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.
DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.
NOTE: Applicants will receive communication via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions on their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov..
To check the status of an application, please log in to your NC Government Job Opportunities account and click "Application Status".
For technical issues with your application, please call the
NeoGov Help Line at 877-204-4442. If you have a technical issue with your Government Jobs account, please call their Help Line at 1-855-524-5627.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed to be considered for employment. Answers to supplemental questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. In order to receive credit for the supplemental questions in which you answered yes, you must provide supporting information within the body of the application, to support your answer. Your application should also reflect all education and all professional work experience acquired including high school and all degrees. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. (NOTE: AN ATTACHED RESUME NOR "SEE RESUME" DOES NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENT OF COMPLETING THE APPLICATION. If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
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Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
- NC Jobs
- Employee Referral
- Conference / Career Fair
- Email campaign
- Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
- Indeed
- LinkedIn
- NC Nursing Board email
- Google
- Other General Job Boards
- Other Search Engines
- Other Social Media
- Internet Advertisement
- TV / Radio
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Please give additional detail where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity. (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2021, Facebook, LinkedIn, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.)
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The recruitment range for this position is $63,147 to $68,678. If offered this position, are you willing to accept a salary within the posted recruitment range of $63,147 to $68,678?
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How many years of experience do you have with permitting, construction, inspection, operation and maintenance of onsite wastewater treatment and dispersal systems and private drinking water supply wells? (Your answer MUST be reflected in your application)
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How many years of experience do you have with soils, geology and hydrogeology as related to installation of private drinking water wells and on-site wastewater systems? (Your answer MUST be reflected in your application)
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How many years of experience do you have with performing wastewater treatment processes and utilizing technologies used in decentralized settings? (Your answer MUST be reflected in your application)
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How many years of experience do you have with presenting technical and non-technical information to internal and external customers? (Your answer MUST be reflected in your application)
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How many years of experience do you have composing clear and grammatically correct written correspondence and written reports? (Your answer MUST be reflected in your application)
- None
- 1-3 years
- 4+ years
- Required Question
