Animal Care Specialist Job Description

City of Austin

City of Austin, TX Austin, TX, United States

Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to direct contact with companion animals. Licenses and Certifications Required: Valid Class "C" driver's license. Notes to Applicants Who Are We? Austin Animal Center's mission is to enhance the lives of pets and people by preventing animal homelessness, to help lost pets find their way home or find new homes, to provide education and resources to preserve the human-animal bond, and to administer animal-related ordinances to ensure public and animal safety, all while achieving a 95% live outcome rate for sheltered pets. What is the Job? The Austin Animal Services Center is seeking someone who will share our commitment to deliver exceptional service and care to our guests daily while making sure they are well behaved and remain happy and active. The Animal Enrichment Specialist provides mental and physical enrichment of dogs and cats; recommendations and facilitation of live outcomes for dogs and cats by supporting our customers that foster or adopt our animals; ensures the safety of animals and people in the shelter; accurately maintains all required records in the shelter's database; and assists in unloading trucks, stocking shelter areas, and storing materials. Must be able to work independently and as a team member. This position is considered essential and may be required to report to work in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain) or in a community emergency response situation. The physical requirements of this position involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, and using a force equal to 50 pounds with or without accommodation. Regarding Your Application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. A cover letter and résumé are required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers. A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position. If you are selected to interview: Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference. If you are selected for hire: You must provide proof of education which may include your official college transcript, High School diploma, GED or equivalent degree and your professional licenses. A Criminal Background check ( CBI ) will be conducted. Additional Information: Austin Public Health/Animal Service Office worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any APH / ASO worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Valid Class "C" driver's license. or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Please Note this posting may close any time after 7 days . Pay Range $15.00 per hour. Hours Open seven days a week, so schedule will include at least one weekend day and holidays. This position will work 20 hours per week. Must be able to work full days on the weekends and be flexible with the work schedule. Job Close Date 01/02/2022 Type of Posting External Department Animal Services Regular/Temporary Temporary (No benefits) Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 7201 Levander Loop Bldg A Austin TX 78702 Preferred Qualifications Availability to work mornings and weekends. Demonstrated comfort working with different breeds, sizes, and types of dogs. Demonstrated ability to use good judgment with animals with unknown temperaments. Professional experience working with dogs and have a background in dog behavior. Demonstrated ability to diffuse difficult situations using great interpersonal skills and providing excellent customer service to help animals find their forever homes. Ability to work full days on the weekends including mornings. Ability to work independently and as a team. Experience in positive reinforcement based training and play groups/dog socialization. Demonstrated experience at prioritizing in a fast paced, high stress environment and can manage the emotions and stress of working with animals in a shelter setting. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. 1. Performs animal behavior assessments Makes and distributes daily in-kennel enrichment items to dogs and cats. Ensures all sheltered animals receive regular exercise and enrichment including leading shelter dog playgroups of groups of 5 to 25 dogs at a time. 2. Creates support programs for animals with behavior challenges. Consults with supervisors/managers about shelter enrichment activities to improve adoptability, and to treat and prevent behavior problems. 3. Creates programs that reduce shelter intake, increases live outcomes and reports results of activities to meet Shelter goals. 4. Provides behavior consultation with adopters and options for pet owners who are considering surrendering their pet. 5. Reviews, revises and monitors behavior evaluation protocols and procedures related to animal behavior, evaluations and assessments, in kennel enrichment, play groups, kennel breaks and behavior modification 6. Coordinates activities with other staff and with outside agencies. 7. Maintains databases and compiles and writes reports of activities. 8. Develops behavior related information for dissemination in the community. Conduct public workshops and training classes and trains volunteers to facilitate programs for other volunteers and members of the public. 9. Trains shelter staff and volunteers on animal behavior and safe handling of cats and dogs. 10. Serve on the euthanasia review team, helping to make outcome decisions for behaviorally at-risk dogs. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: Provides leadership to resolve disputes and mediates complaints at the lowest possible level Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Skill in safely handling animals, including those with unknown temperament. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws pertaining to animals, including rabies and animal control. Knowledge of animal services and related programs. Skill in effective oral and written communication. Skill in using good judgment and in resolving problems and conflicts. Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques and principles. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees, media, animal welfare organizations and the public. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Ability to train others. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or TTY (512) 974-2445. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum requirements for this position are graduation from High School or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to direct contact with companion animals. Do you meet these qualifications? Yes No * Please describe in detail the professional or formal educational experience you have in conducting either behavioral assessments or positive reinforcement training with companion animals (Open Ended Question) * Briefly describe your experience working in a high stress, high volume work environment with changing priorities. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your customer service experience dealing with the public through telephone, email and face-to-face interactions. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your experience in an animal related field. (Open Ended Question) * Describe your safety practices and procedures for handling animals. (Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience working with animals with unknown temperaments including the breeds, sizes, and types of dogs. (Open Ended Question) * Are you able to work weekends, holidays and extended shifts as required by the position? Yes No * This position may require that you be able to perform moderate physical tasks that involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds or more with or without accommodations. Will you be able to perform these tasks with or without accommodations? Yes No * This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver license or, if selected for this position, do you the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver license by your hire date? Yes No * If identified as a top candidate, do you agree to a criminal background check (CBI)? Yes No * In the prior twelve months have you been employed by, owned any interest in, or been an officer or board member, for any business entity, including a non-profit organization, that is transacting any business with the City of Austin, including a recipient of any contracts, grants, or any funds of any kind from the City of Austin? Yes No Don't know * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

City of San Marcos, TX

San Marcos, TX San Marcos, Texas, United States

JOB SUMMARY This position is open until filled, with first review of applications on November 2, 2021. JOB SUMMARY Performs clerical duties in support of the Animal Protection Division's daily operations; greets and assists visitors to the shelter; performs basic recordkeeping, dispatches officers, processes animal intakes and owner surrenders, and reclaims; implants microchips and issues licenses; handles multiple species of animals with confidence, cleans office and kennels, and performs other duties as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Provides customer service, owner retention support, and assistance to the public: Answers incoming calls on a multi-line telephone, greets visitors, and corresponds via e-mail. Responds to a variety of general animal related inquiries and/or complaints from the public Dispatches Animal Protection Officers. Through coordination with other Animal Services personnel and resources, promotes responsible pet ownership, pet retention, and meet educational needs. Coordinates and processes the intake and return of animals from/to patrons including vaccinating animals upon intake when necessary. Provides trap rentals, pet microchipping, and pet licensing to the public. Obtains proper identification/descriptions of animals for records including breed, age, color, pattern, gender, altered status, bite history ; assists with lost/found matching and reunions. Seeks solutions and maintains positive working relationships with Animal Services staff, other jurisdictions, and the public. 2. Processes animals coming into the shelter and reclaimed animal using safe and humane animal handling, care: Assists with handling of animals being surrendered/reclaimed/adopted, moving animals to kennels, holding areas, and in and out of traps. Scans for microchip, documents scan, and attempts to contact owner if applicable. Provides and documents intake vaccinations for incoming cats and dogs, alerts appropriate staff when necessary, regarding animal medical concerns. Obtains photos of new animals daily for identification purposes and attaches to computer records. 3. Conducts a variety of clerical and basic accounting duties: Prepares, updates, and maintains Animal Services records and databases. Maintains pet licensing and microchip records and registrations. Enters tag and animal ID information in database. Calls owner based on contact information provided for timely return of animals, and documents according to operating procedures. Assists with reconciliation of cash, check, and credit transactions. Compiles data and prepares various types of Animal Services reports and documentation. 4. Miscellaneous: Regular attendance and reporting on time for work. Assists in other areas of animal shelter operations and initiatives, as assigned, which may include cleaning kennels, maintenance, special projects, etc. Serves as backup for administrative assistant and animal adoptions. Other duties as assigned Works with volunteers and provide assistance for volunteer training, programs and initiatives. Celebrates volunteer successes and strives to create a welcoming environment for all volunteers. Provides feedback to the volunteer coordinator on volunteer performance and coaching opportunities. DECISION MAKING Basic reasoning skills for working with customers and staff, processing incoming and stray animals, receiving and returning animals from/to owners, Ability to understand and apply organization policies, procedures, mission, and goals. Uses judgment to determine safe methods of handling animals and/or seeks assistance for handling difficult animals. Ability to be self-sufficient and work independently. Uses excellent customer service techniques in all situations to provide a welcoming atmosphere both in and out of the shelter when representing the City of San Marcos. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Two (2) years general office experience is required. Experience with computers, internet, Microsoft Office, all office equipment. Experience and comfortability with animals. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS One (1) year of experience in handling animals in an animal shelter, boarding, or veterinary setting. Previous experience dispatching CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS JOB DIMENSIONS Basic math skills/cashiering knowledge for accepting payments, issuing refunds, and money handling; running system generated reports. Interacts, communicates, and provides customer service to the public. Ability to maintain positive working relationships with outside agencies, veterinary care providers, the public, volunteers, other city departments and animal services co-workers. Ability to thrive in fast paced, high volume environment with frequent changes in priority. Friendly, compassionate, high level of customer service is required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical requirements include lifting up to 45 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision, hearing and talking constantly; standing, sitting and walking frequently; lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, bending, balancing and foot control occasionally; crawling and twisting rarely. Working conditions involve a standard office environment in and around animal shelter facilities; exposure to animals, noises, chemicals wet surfaces, aggressive animals, disgruntled public. Possible rabies exposure (Pre-exposure vaccines & booster offered at city ' s expense). This position requires direct handling of animals daily for receiving and reclaim procedures, adoption interactions, collection of identification information, including aggressive animals; must have or be able to recognize and accommodate animals with various behaviors and temperament; to obtain photos, scan for microchips and identification and other tasks involved with daily procedures. The job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The activities listed above describe the general nature and level of work being performed, and do not limit any additionally assigned responsibilities and may be altered as deemed necessary by the City of San Marcos. City of San Marcos employees are "at will" employees. Work Hours Flexible hours, 40 hours per week, Monday - Saturday FLSA Status Non-Exempt Closing Date/Time:

California State Polytechnic University Pomona 3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768, USA

Description: Type of Appointment: Full-time, probationary Collective Bargaining Unit: Technical & Support Services - Unit 9 Classification : Livestock Technician II Classification Salary Range: $3,522 - $6,374 per month Anticipated hiring range: $3,522 - $4,473 per month Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., unless otherwise notified. Recruitment Closing Date: Open Until Filled THE DEPARTMENT: The W. K Kellogg Arabian Horse Center (AHC), is dedicated to promoting the legacy of the Kellogg Arabians by providing a venue where students and the public can learn more about the Arabian Horses. The AHC provides an environment where students can learn about the Arabian Horses and the horse industry, supports the learn-by-doing educational mission of the University, and continues the tradition of breeding and raising high quality show horses. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Breeding/Foaling/Training: - Maintain cost effective breeding program with high conception rate (80% or higher). Includes mare management, teasing, cytology, artificial insemination, perform ultrasound and other related breeding examinations and procedures. - At the direction of AHC Executive Director, contact stallion owners for soliciting stallion donations. - Schedule and coordinate semen shipments with stallion owners, trainers.etc . including FedEx shipments of semen, pick up of containers from various locations and return in a timely manner. - Coordinate pregnant mare health up to, during and post foaling, including breeding kit preparation. - Plan, organize, and direct foaling of mares, determining appropriate actions including physical aspects of foaling process including physically assistance as needed.ensuring best possible outcome for mare and foal and safety of students, staff and faculty. - Responsible for contacting veterinarian when needed during/throughout the foaling process for consultation or emergency situations that require advanced medical care. - Provide Executive Director with all updates regarding foaling mares including start of foaling process, complications, emergencies, and outcomes. - Plan, organize, direct, and implement foal training. Seek assistance with foal training from AHC trainers when needed. Train students to assist with foal handling including Foal Watch class, Live-In Crew, or other University educational classes. - All foals fully halter broke to lead by 4 weeks of age. Train all foals instilling self confidence in every foal, using "acceptance" as the base for training . It is expected by 2 months of age all foals will safely and with confidence have hooves trimmed by farrier, lead in front of mare, stand quietly for grooming and basic clipping. Lead safely and with confidence around property. - Plan, organize, and direct the weaning of foals and mares ensuring the mental health and safety of both mare and foal. - Provide Executive Director with weekly documented breeding updates . - Send breeding contracts to stallion owners and complete all necessary certificates associated with breeding and Registry requirement and deadlines. Including but not limited to Breeder Sweepstakes nominations, Scottsdale Signature Stallion program nominations, shipped semen certificates. - Training/handling all weanlings, yearlings, and two year olds instilling confidence in all aspects of handling. - It is expected that all two-year old and under horses lead quietly, move quietly and confidently between pastures and barns, load and unload from trailers quietly and with confidence and stand quietly for farrier. All horses should stand quietly for grooming including clipping and learn the basics of tying. Herd Healthcare: - Schedule coordinate order and where appropriate administer vaccinations deworming, farrier care, dental work and other routine healthcare and non-routine routine emergencies. - Coordinate and communicate healthcare and feeding needs of horses with other AHC staff and Executive Director. - Coordinate with veterinarian, trainers, and Executive Director the routine health care of horses and including emergencies. - Maintain and order adequate equine health care supplies, grain, hay, supplements, other feed, horse bedding and all other materials of a horse operation. - Work directly with vendors to negotiate best possible pricing on goods and services. - Ensure all IACUC pasture horses have identification collars at all times. - Communicate and coordinate with the Executive Director in a timely manner regarding the identification of health-related problems, medical treatment of horses, the sale of horses, movement of horses within the AHC, the transfer of horses to or from the property, the interstate, the interstate and any related matters including all required paperwork and documentation. Record Keeping: - Maintain daily detailed records on herd healthcare, both digital and hard copy. - Maintain current health records for each individual horse including but not limited to filling out daily logs, incident reports, and other medical records. - Ensure registry records are submitted before foals are six months of age and records are kept at the AHC. - Ensure DNA and genetic testing are completed as required. - Oversee IACUC and USDA records and inspections. Ensure AHC operates in compliance with all requirements of IACUC and USDA - Ensure operations manuals and protocols related to herd health are up to date. - Work with AHC staff to develop and maintain Stud Book. - Communicate and provide records and health updates to IACUC University Veterinarian. - Coordinate with IHSA and other boarded horses the movement of boarded and leased horses on and off the AHC property, including maintaining applicable records such as arrival and departure dates, photos on arrival and departure. - Ensure all documents and contracts are completed by boarded and leased horses upon arrival. Educational/Instructional Support: - As directed by the Executive Director, assist with planning and organization of AHC exhibitions and special programs such as but not limited to: Sunday Shows, Hot Dog Caper, Wine Tasting, Horses for Heroes and Black Stallion Literacy Project. - Assume active role in the instructional process by assisting laboratory instructors with the coordination of horse use and conducting of equine laboratory classes, and advising students in the care, breeding, and feeding of horses. Take lead role in training faculty/staff/students of various University departments to have safe handling skills of horses. - As directed by the Executive Director, act as a liaison with the Arabian and Cal Poly Pomona community to engage in and implement horse related outreach programs through creating and delivering educational clinics/ seminars/programs at the AHC. - Lead Foal Watch class. Communication: - Work with AHC staff to aid in the promotion of the Arabian Horse Center. - Write articles and support social media platforms with weekly educational posts on AHC activities such as: birth of foals, events, student, staff or faculty achievements related to the AHC, and/or fun or interesting facts. Ensure content is accurate, engaging and appropriate to the media channel. - Maintain AHC University website on a monthly basis, including but not limited to general information, updates, news and interesting facts, educational forums and history on the Arabian horse and the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center. - Ensure social media outlets are updated weekly and respond quickly and proactively to comments, questions, and complaints, maintain a high level of professionalism that supports the mission and vision of Cal Poly Pomona and the AHC. - At the direction of the Executive Director, create AHC annual periodical summarizing year's events, student success, breeding activities, foaling, and educational forums. - Welcome visitors and deliver tours that share the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center history and mission. - Assist will all aspects of President's Arabian Advisory Committee. - Other special reports as needed. Farm Operation: - At the direction of the Executive Director, lead and oversee student assistants including Weekend Feed Crew and Live-In Feed Crew on day-to-day basis. - Train student assistants, monitor their work and provide daily operational feedback to meet long and short-term goals of the AHC. - Hold weekly meetings with student assistants including taking notes of meetings. - Assign schedules for student assistants working around class schedules. - Work effectively and collegially with other employees, the Executive Director, students, faculty, and interact with public and the Arabian Horse Industry in a professional and congenial manner. - Support and implement University safety policies and procedures. - Assist trainers with transporting of horses as needed. Assist trainers with the movement of horses in pasture. - Ensure stable and breeding barn is kept neat, clean, and safe for both horses and people at all times. AHC is to be presentable to public at all times. - Complete minor farm maintenance projects. - Maintain daily upkeep of AHC vehicles, trailers, trucks, utility vehicles, etc . - Serve as "On Call" during weekends and holidays. On Calls to be shared amongst Arabian Horse Center staff. - Other duties may be assigned by the Executive Director. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor's Degree in Equine Science, Animal Science, or closely-related field. - Knowledge, skill, and ability in advanced equine breeding techniques, e.g. frozen semen and embryo transfer, artificial insemination, ultrasound techniques to determine follicle size, pregnancy, or breeding issues. - Public relations and/or sales experience. - Teaching experience in laboratory setting - Professional/technical writing skills. - Computer-based record keeping and maintenance activities. - Plan and develop priorities, and handle multiple tasks - Able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the campus and outside communities - Ability to effectively manage social media platforms. - Maintain and present professional image at all times reflecting positively on the University and AHC. QUALIFICATIONS: Equivalent to 60 semester or 90 quarter units of academic work at a recognized college or university, with courses in animal husbandry, livestock management and related animal science subjects. (Additional specialized experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year experience for each 30 semester units or 45 quarter units of accredited college work completed.) Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in care, feeding, and breeding of livestock. Thorough knowledge of modern of modern livestock feeding, breeding and health care practices. Ability to recognize the symptoms of, and assist in the treatment of, common livestock diseases and other health programs; ability to develop a systematic program of herd improvement and development; ability to supervise unskilled student help in the care and feeding of livestock; ability to maintain clear and concise records and prepare reports; ability to coordinate the practical aspects of livestock production with the academic program and the student learning process; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with farm employees, faculty and students. *Valid California Class A driver's license at the time of hire or within six (6) months from date of hire. Must be added to DOT random drug testing program and able to pass random drug/alcohol test. BACKGROUND CHECK: A background check must satisfactorily be completed before a candidate can be offered this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for this position. The background check consists of the following: Employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and checks of the following systems and databases: National Social Security Number/Address Locator, Felony/Misdemeanor, National Criminal Database, Federal Criminal, Department of Motor Vehicles, and National Sex Offender Registry. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and covered veteran status. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal Poly Pomona Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.cpp.edu/campus-safety-plan.shtml Cal Poly Pomona is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. Please refer to the link below for policy information. http://www.calstate.edu/EO/EO-1108.html CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

Cal State University (CSU) San Francisco

Cal State University (CSU) San Francisco 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94132, USA

Description: Working Title Human and Animal Protections (HAP) Administrator (Administrative Analyst/Specialist, Exempt III) - Office of Research and Sponsored Programs SF State University San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing vpsaem@sfsu.edu. San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Department Office of Research & Sponsored Programs Appointment Type Probationary Time Base 1.0 Work Schedule Monday - Friday; 8:00AM - 5:00PM Anticipated Hiring Range $7,667.00 - $8,083.00 per month ($92,004.00 - $96,996.00 Annually) Salary is commensurate with experience. Position Summary The Human and Animal Protections (HAP) Administrator is an administrative leadership position in the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) responsible for oversight of the HAP unit. This position provides broad oversight and ensures compliance with Federal, State, CSU and campus policies and procedures. The successful candidate will provide administrative, analytic and systems oversight to ensure that Human and Animal Subjects compliance criteria are met. Under general direction of the AVP Research and Sponsored Programs (Institutional Official) and the Director of the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs, the incumbent provides leadership for the day to day operation of the Human and Animal Protections Unit. The HAP Administrator assesses, formulates, and evaluates the impact of policies from a strategic and operational perspective. This position will regularly participate in planning and development activities and, as required, independent determination of methods to meet the administrative goals of the IRB and IACUC. The HAP Administrator is responsible for the review, analysis and evaluation of human and animal research protocols and works alongside the committee chairs and members; organizes and runs the monthly review committee meetings; communicates recommendations and approvals to student and faculty investigators; provides technical and analytical recommendations as they relate to and enhance office operations; updates, maintains, compiles and prepares database reports; provides one-on-one assistance in creating and revising protocols; supervises student assistants and staff; streamlines existing and develops new policies and procedures and conducts outreach and training presentations. Position Information Serve as primary contact for researchers; assist with issues related to the preparation and submission of IACUC and IRB protocols and provide preliminary review of submitted protocols for completeness and accuracy; review protocols and directs exempt and expedited protocol to the Chair for review and approval Ensure full compliance with all local, state and federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects and animals involved in research and that practices and procedures are consistent with the Federal Wide Assurance (FWA) accepted by DHHS and OLAW. Participate and represent ORSP in audits and inspections by federal or state regulators (FDA, USDA, NIH, CSU auditors). Interact and network with staff from other IRB/IACUCs, as well as professional organizations In coordination with IRB and IACUC Chairs, develop committee meeting agendas and materials, prepare meeting minutes and provide regulatory guidance as needed at meetings Prepare draft reports to Federal agencies as required; maintain detailed records on all regulatory compliance related responsibilities; Update regulatory information and registration for IRB and IACUC Develop training materials and organize training sessions related to human and animal subject research for faculty and students, including classroom presentations and outreach activities Identify policy issues that need clarification by committee; research and provide material to committee(s) to make decisions, for example recent legislative activity, current journal articles, other IRB policies Coordinate with other units on campus (ie. Environmental Health and Safety, Risk Management) and consultants (Occupation Health) to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations regarding the protection of human subjects and animals involved in research Recruit new IRB and IACUC members, provide training for new and current members, ensure that membership meets federal guidelines, and ensure quorum for protocol review at all meetings. Coordinate meetings that take place outside of the academic year Oversee web site content and ensure that the information provided is current Streamline existing / develop new HAP policies and procedures and oversee the implementation of an online protocol submission process for research involving human subjects. Develop training programs for faculty, students and approvers Provide lead work direction and oversight of the staff on the team Assist with special initiatives and projects as needed Other duties as assigned At all times: Demonstrated behaviors that are in line with the User Friendly Principles(P530C) and Principles of Conduct for a Multi-Cultural University (P30D) Demonstrate safe work practices for oneself, others and the office environment Minimum Qualifications Entry to this classification requires general knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs. Extensive and in-depth knowledge of and ability to apply expertise in the advanced theories, principles, methods and practices associated with the functional specialty, program, and/or organizational unit, including applicable internal policies and procedures and pertinent laws and regulations. Laws and regulations are highly complex and require substantial judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying them to the specialty or program area. Incumbents at this level often may have certification in a specialty area. Substantial and broad knowledge of public and private entities including their organizational and operating structures, internal systems, and functional areas, as well as the impact of critical external entities on an organization. Ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to anticipate problems and assess the impact of proposed solutions on various organizational areas. Extensive and in-depth knowledge in project management including research and analytical methodologies. Ability to interpret and integrate complex data and information to formulate appropriate courses of action which have broad and far reaching impact. Ability to understand and analyze complex problems from a future-oriented and broad interactive perspective and readily develop proactive solutions that integrate strategic goals into tactical operations. Ability to effectively use applicable information systems and applications in analysis, research, and reporting activities and projects. Ability to effectively communicate with and influence high-level and diverse contacts inside and outside of the CSU system. Ability to effectively use all communication methods and formats and to use expertise, as well as persuasion and negotiation skills, to build consensus to achieve short- and long-term goals and objectives Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree required, an advanced degree in a related field, or equivalent industry experience. Certification: CIP-Certified IRB Administrator and/or CPIA-Certified Professional IACUC Administrator, or willingness to complete the certification process for both. Work Experience: Training and administrative work experience in the administrative functions supporting IRB and IACUC administration with foundational knowledge of public administration principles/practices/methods, involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs, including experience working successfully as a team member. Experience with human and animal subjects protocol review; and experience working with faculty and students about research; understanding of Federal, State and University policies and regulations regarding the use of human and animals in research. Knowledge: working knowledge of general practices, program, and/or administrative specialty; basic knowledge of and ability to apply fundamental concepts; working knowledge of university policies and procedures; methods and procedures for research and statistical analysis and the ability to apply them. Three or more years of experience working on or with an IRB, or equivalent industry experience Three or more years of experience working on or with an IACUC, or equivalent industry experience. Skills in developing and implementing policies and training programs for laboratory animal care and use. Skills in developing and implementing policies and training programs for human subjects research High-level computer skills for document preparation, database management, software implementation and presentations. Excellent verbal/written and interpersonal/communication skills to correspond with students, faculty, administrators and other departments; possess organizational skills; experience/knowledge/use of MS Office and databases. Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with researchers, facility workers, administration and management, outside contractors, and governmental agencies. Ability to effectively balance multiple schedules and demands and meet critical deadlines. Ability to exercise initiative and appropriate independent judgment in performance of assigned tasks. Specialized Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of: 45 CFR 46 and DHHS Policy for the Protection of Human Research Subjects USDA Animal Care and Animal Welfare Act regulations Public Health Service (PHS) Policy on Humane Care and Use of Laboratory Animals NRC "Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals" Standards of excellence necessary for obtaining and maintaining full accreditation status with the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care Abilities: learn/interpret/apply a wide variety of policies and procedures relating to and impacting the organizational unit, and/or administrative specialty; organize/plan work and projects including handling multiple priorities; make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment; compile/compose/present reports; demonstrated ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships within/outside the work group; serve as a liaison for the organizational unit. Specialized Abilities: analyze situations independently to determine when consultation is necessary; track large numbers of protocols and related documents through the review, revision and approval process for human subjects research; work independently; review/interpret/analyze protocols and make appropriate determinations; recognize when to consult supervisors; excellent organizational skills; compose organized, highly detailed correspondence to students and faculty; recommend specific protocol revisions towards achieving IRB (Institutional Review Board) or IACUC approval. Thorough knowledge of and ability to apply extensive expertise to complex programs and/or administrative specialties, including pertinent laws and regulations related to Human and Animal Protections. Demonstrated expertise in and advanced knowledge of the principles, problems, and methods of public and business administration and operational and fiscal management. Expertise in administrative survey techniques, operations and systems analysis, statistical and research methods, and the ability to interpret and evaluate results to develop sound conclusions and recommend new or revised policies. Ability to understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and discern applicable underlying principles to conceive of and develop strategic solutions. Ability to work with representatives from public and private entities and handle potentially sensitive situations. Demonstrated consultative skills in working with internal and external constituent groups. Ability to effectively present ideas and concepts in written or presentation format and use consultative and facilitation skills to gain consensus. Core Competencies: Bias toward collaboration and teamwork Effective oral, written and nonverbal communication skills Customer/Client Focus with an emphasis in problem solving and resolution Personal effectiveness as demonstrated by interpersonal and professional confidence Diversity and inclusion Required License/Certification CIP-Certified IRB Administrator and/or CPIA-Certified Professional IACUC Administrator or, or willingness to complete the certification process for both certifications. Completed the Human Participants Protection Education for Research Teams online course, sponsored by the NIH. Completed the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) online course for working with human volunteers in research. Completed the CITI online course for working with animal subjects in research. Pre-Employment Requirements This position requires the successful completion of a background check. Eligibility to Work Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire. Benefits Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee. CSUEU Position Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference. Additional Information SF STATE IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS). The Human Resources office is open Mondays through Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (415) 338-1872. Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time. Closing Date/Time: August 15, 2022

California State Polytechnic University Pomona 3801 West Temple Avenue, Pomona, CA 91768, USA

Description: Type of Appointment: Full-time, probationary Collective Bargaining Unit: Technical & Support Services - Unit 9 Classification Salary Range: $3,522 - $6,374 per month Anticipated hiring range: $3,522 - $4,473 per month Work Hours: Monday -Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., unless otherwise notified. Recruitment Closing Date: Open Until Filled THE DEPARTMENT: The W. K Kellogg Arabian Horse Center (AHC), is dedicated to promoting the legacy of the Kellogg Arabians by providing a venue where students and the public can learn more about the Arabian Horses. The AHC provides an environment where students can learn about the Arabian Horses and the horse industry, supports the learn-by-doing educational mission of the University, and continues the tradition of breeding and raising high quality show horses. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Breeding/Foaling/Training: - Maintain cost effective breeding program with high conception rate (80% or higher). Includes mare management, teasing, cytology, artificial insemination, perform ultrasound and other related breeding examinations and procedures. - At the direction of AHC Executive Director, contact stallion owners for soliciting stallion donations. - Schedule and coordinate semen shipments with stallion owners, trainers.etc . including FedEx shipments of semen, pick up of containers from various locations and return in a timely manner. - Coordinate pregnant mare health up to, during and post foaling, including breeding kit preparation. - Plan, organize, and direct foaling of mares, determining appropriate actions including physical aspects of foaling process including physically assistance as needed.ensuring best possible outcome for mare and foal and safety of students, staff and faculty. - Responsible for contacting veterinarian when needed during/throughout the foaling process for consultation or emergency situations that require advanced medical care. - Provide Executive Director with all updates regarding foaling mares including start of foaling process, complications, emergencies, and outcomes. - Plan, organize, direct, and implement foal training. Seek assistance with foal training from AHC trainers when needed. Train students to assist with foal handling including Foal Watch class, Live-In Crew, or other University educational classes. - All foals fully halter broke to lead by 4 weeks of age. Train all foals instilling self confidence in every foal, using "acceptance" as the base for training . It is expected by 2 months of age all foals will safely and with confidence have hooves trimmed by farrier, lead in front of mare, stand quietly for grooming and basic clipping. Lead safely and with confidence around property. - Plan, organize, and direct the weaning of foals and mares ensuring the mental health and safety of both mare and foal. - Provide Executive Director with weekly documented breeding updates . - Send breeding contracts to stallion owners and complete all necessary certificates associated with breeding and Registry requirement and deadlines. Including but not limited to Breeder Sweepstakes nominations, Scottsdale Signature Stallion program nominations, shipped semen certificates. - Training/handling all weanlings, yearlings, and two year olds instilling confidence in all aspects of handling. - It is expected that all two-year old and under horses lead quietly, move quietly and confidently between pastures and barns, load and unload from trailers quietly and with confidence and stand quietly for farrier. All horses should stand quietly for grooming including clipping and learn the basics of tying. Herd Healthcare: - Schedule coordinate order and where appropriate administer vaccinations deworming, farrier care, dental work and other routine healthcare and non-routine routine emergencies. - Coordinate and communicate healthcare and feeding needs of horses with other AHC staff and Executive Director. - Coordinate with veterinarian, trainers, and Executive Director the routine health care of horses and including emergencies. - Maintain and order adequate equine health care supplies, grain, hay, supplements, other feed, horse bedding and all other materials of a horse operation. - Work directly with vendors to negotiate best possible pricing on goods and services. - Ensure all IACUC pasture horses have identification collars at all times. - Communicate and coordinate with the Executive Director in a timely manner regarding the identification of health-related problems, medical treatment of horses, the sale of horses, movement of horses within the AHC, the transfer of horses to or from the property, the interstate, the interstate and any related matters including all required paperwork and documentation. Record Keeping: - Maintain daily detailed records on herd healthcare, both digital and hard copy. - Maintain current health records for each individual horse including but not limited to filling out daily logs, incident reports, and other medical records. - Ensure registry records are submitted before foals are six months of age and records are kept at the AHC. - Ensure DNA and genetic testing are completed as required. - Oversee IACUC and USDA records and inspections. Ensure AHC operates in compliance with all requirements of IACUC and USDA - Ensure operations manuals and protocols related to herd health are up to date. - Work with AHC staff to develop and maintain Stud Book. - Communicate and provide records and health updates to IACUC University Veterinarian. - Coordinate with IHSA and other boarded horses the movement of boarded and leased horses on and off the AHC property, including maintaining applicable records such as arrival and departure dates, photos on arrival and departure. - Ensure all documents and contracts are completed by boarded and leased horses upon arrival. Educational/Instructional Support: - As directed by the Executive Director, assist with planning and organization of AHC exhibitions and special programs such as but not limited to: Sunday Shows, Hot Dog Caper, Wine Tasting, Horses for Heroes and Black Stallion Literacy Project. - Assume active role in the instructional process by assisting laboratory instructors with the coordination of horse use and conducting of equine laboratory classes, and advising students in the care, breeding, and feeding of horses. Take lead role in training faculty/staff/students of various University departments to have safe handling skills of horses. - As directed by the Executive Director, act as a liaison with the Arabian and Cal Poly Pomona community to engage in and implement horse related outreach programs through creating and delivering educational clinics/ seminars/programs at the AHC. - Lead Foal Watch class. Communication - Work with AHC staff to aid in the promotion of the Arabian Horse Center. - Write articles and support social media platforms with weekly educational posts on AHC activities such as: birth of foals, events, student, staff or faculty achievements related to the AHC, and/or fun or interesting facts. Ensure content is accurate, engaging and appropriate to the media channel. - Maintain AHC University website on a monthly basis, including but not limited to general information, updates, news and interesting facts, educational forums and history on the Arabian horse and the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center. - Ensure social media outlets are updated weekly and respond quickly and proactively to comments, questions, and complaints, maintain a high level of professionalism that supports the mission and vision of Cal Poly Pomona and the AHC. - At the direction of the Executive Director, create AHC annual periodical summarizing year's events, student success, breeding activities, foaling, and educational forums. - Welcome visitors and deliver tours that share the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center history and mission. - Assist will all aspects of President's Arabian Advisory Committee. - Other special reports as needed. Farm Operation: - At the direction of the Executive Director, lead and oversee student assistants including Weekend Feed Crew and Live-In Feed Crew on day-to-day basis. - Train student assistants, monitor their work and provide daily operational feedback to meet long and short-term goals of the AHC. - Hold weekly meetings with student assistants including taking notes of meetings. - Assign schedules for student assistants working around class schedules. - Work effectively and collegially with other employees, the Executive Director, students, faculty, and interact with public and the Arabian Horse Industry in a professional and congenial manner. - Support and implement University safety policies and procedures. - Assist trainers with transporting of horses as needed. Assist trainers with the movement of horses in pasture. - Ensure stable and breeding barn is kept neat, clean, and safe for both horses and people at all times. AHC is to be presentable to public at all times. - Complete minor farm maintenance projects. - Maintain daily upkeep of AHC vehicles, trailers, trucks, utility vehicles, etc . - Serve as "On Call" during weekends and holidays. On Calls to be shared amongst Arabian Horse Center staff. - Other duties may be assigned by the Executive Director. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor's Degree in Equine Science, Animal Science, or closely-related field. - Knowledge, skill, and ability in advanced equine breeding techniques, e.g. frozen semen and embryo transfer, artificial insemination, ultrasound techniques to determine follicle size, pregnancy, or breeding issues. - Public relations and/or sales experience. - Teaching experience in laboratory setting - Professional/technical writing skills. - Computer-based record keeping and maintenance activities. - Plan and develop priorities, and handle multiple tasks - Able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the campus and outside communities - Ability to effectively manage social media platforms. - Maintain and present professional image at all times reflecting positively on the University and AHC. QUALIFICATIONS: Equivalent to 60 semester or 90 quarter units of academic work at a recognized college or university, with courses in animal husbandry, livestock management and related animal science subjects. (Additional specialized experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year experience for each 30 semester units or 45 quarter units of accredited college work completed.) Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in care, feeding, and breeding of livestock. Thorough knowledge of modern of modern livestock feeding, breeding and health care practices. Ability to recognize the symptoms of, and assist in the treatment of, common livestock diseases and other health programs; ability to develop a systematic program of herd improvement and development; ability to supervise unskilled student help in the care and feeding of livestock; ability to maintain clear and concise records and prepare reports; ability to coordinate the practical aspects of livestock production with the academic program and the student learning process; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with farm employees, faculty and students. *Valid California Class A driver's license at the time of hire or within six (6) months from date of hire. Must be added to DOT random drug testing program and able to pass random drug/alcohol test. BACKGROUND CHECK: A background check must satisfactorily be completed before a candidate can be offered this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for this position. The background check consists of the following: Employment verification, education verification, reference checks, and checks of the following systems and databases: National Social Security Number/Address Locator, Felony/Misdemeanor, National Criminal Database, Federal Criminal, Department of Motor Vehicles, and National Sex Offender Registry. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Cal Poly Pomona is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. The university subscribes to all state and federal regulations and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, and covered veteran status. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Cal Poly Pomona hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal Poly Pomona Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.cpp.edu/campus-safety-plan.shtml Cal Poly Pomona is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. Please refer to the link below for policy information. http://www.calstate.edu/EO/EO-1108.html CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html Closing Date/Time: Open until filled

County of Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz County, CA Santa Cruz, California, United States

Introduction Definition THE JOB: This is the advanced journey level classification in the professional Mental Health/Substance Abuse series. Incumbents provide intensive therapy, treatment and diagnosis for the most complex cases and act as a consultant in specialized areas such as adult treatment, after care, families, juveniles, older adults, or mentally ill sex offenders. There are multiple vacancies in Children's and Adult Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Drug Programs; the County of Santa Cruz Primary Care Clinics. Adult Team vacancy -working with individuals with serious mental illness, involved in the criminal justice system; part of an intensive treatment model inclusive of mental health, probation and community-based service programs. Adult Access vacancy - Provide clinical assessment, crisis intervention services and disposition planning to consumers presenting for County Mental Health Services, and Adult Crisis Intervention Services - Provide mental health clinical assessment and crisis intervention services at the main jail as part of the Forensic Mental Health services. Transition Age Youth (adult) - Provideclinical assessments and brief treatment to youth and family for18-25 year olds, including case management and community linkage. Children's Mental Health vacancies providing individual, group, and family therapy to children who are 0-21 years of age. Bilingual Senior Mental Health Client Specialist positions require that the mental health and/or substance abuse clinician be fully fluent in Spanish and English in order to provide the full range of professional level mental health and/or substance abuse services in Spanish, including the facilitation of individual, group, family and crisis counseling. Bilingual clinicians may be asked to translate written clinical materials and interpret for Spanish speaking clients that need to communicate with monolingual English speaking mental health and/or substance abuse professionals. The list established from this recruitment will be used to fill all current and future full-time, part-time, substitute and extra-help vacancies during the life of the list. Employment Standards THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be: Possession of a Master's Degree or PhD with a major in Social Work, Psychology, Clinical Counseling, Psychiatric Nursing or a closely related behavioral science field which has included completion of a university approved internship, preferably a clinical internship, in a mental health agency AND two years of experience providing treatment, counseling* or case management services to clients in a mental health setting. OR Qualification as a Certified Occupational Therapist or a Licensed Registered Nurse AND four years of experience in mental health service delivery. * Educational counseling may be considered for up to 50 percent of qualifying experience for assignments in Children's Mental Health. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Possession of one of the following licenses issued by the State of California: Clinical Social Worker; Marriage, Family and Child Counselor; Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Registered Nurse; Occupational Therapist; or Clinical Psychologist. If licensed in another state, incumbent must obtain the appropriate license issued by the State of California within twenty-four months from the date of employment. Additional License/Certificate Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License, or the ability to provide suitable transportation which is approved by the appointing authority. Alcohol and Drug Assignment: All persons providing alcohol and drug counseling services within the Alcohol and Drug Program must be certified as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor OR be licensed as a mental health professional, OR within six (6) months of the date of hire, all non-licensed individuals pursuant to California Code of Regulations, Title 9, Division 4, Chapter 8, Subchapter 2, or non-certified individuals providing counseling services in an AOD program, must be registered to obtain certification as an AOD counselor by one of the approved certifying organization (CCR, Section 13035 (f). SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Background Investigation: Fingerprinting is required. Special Working Conditions: All assignments: Exposure to offensive odors such as unwashed people and clothes, human and animal feces; the possibility of infections which may cause chronic disease or death; and may be exposed to cigarette smoke. Juvenile Hall and Acute/Emergency Services Assignments : Exposure to noise, such as people yelling. Children's Service Assignment: Exposure to disturbing material, such as photos of abused children; allergens such as poison oak, insect stings or bites, and pollens. Some positions may require lifting objects such as boxes of belongings weighing up to fifty pounds. Note: Persons in this classification may be assigned to positions with any of the above working conditions on an emergency, as needed basis. Other Special Requirements : Positions may be assigned to carry a pager and respond to crisis situations, and perform "on-call" or call/back duties. Work situations may include evenings, weekends and holidays. Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of psychological and social aspects and characteristics of emotional disturbances and mental illness and/or substance use disorders; principles and methods of counseling and the accepted techniques for assessing psycho-social behavior. Working knowledge of human behavior and development; appropriate and available community resources; problems, needs and attitudes of individuals with emotional and social disturbance; pertinent laws and regulations regarding health and social service programs; laws and regulations as they pertain to clients' legal rights. Some knowledge of pharmacology of medications and psychotropic drug treatment; current diagnostic and statistical manual of the American Psychiatric Association. Ability to: Assess and diagnose all types of client behavioral, substance use and emotional actions/problems, and develop and implement effective and appropriate treatment plans; conduct effective and appropriate individual and group psychotherapy on an on-going basis; train others at various levels of expertise in the concepts and theories of the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness and/or substance abuse; prepare a variety of administrative and professional reports; lead and participate in a treatment team, including effectively coordinating and directing the work of others; establish and maintain a variety of case notes, client records and other required documentation; communicate effectively in both oral and written form, expressing complex and technical terminology and concepts in an understandable manner; learn Agency's policies and procedures relative to client support and treatment programs; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; learn to input and access data utilizing a computer; distinguish speech and non-speech sounds in noisy environments; intervene and diffuse situations involving combative clients including active restraint if needed; stand and walk for extended periods of time may be required for some positions. Benefits EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: ANNUAL LEAVE - 22 days first year, increasing to 37 days after 15 years of service. Available for vacation and/or sick leave. HOLIDAYS - 13 paid holidays per year. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE - 3 days paid in California, 5 days paid out-of-state. MEDICAL PLAN - The County contracts with CalPERS for a variety of medical plans. For most plans, County contributions pay a majority of the premiums for employees and eligible dependents. DENTAL PLAN - County pays for employee and eligible dependent coverage. VISION PLAN - County pays for employee coverage. Employee may purchase eligible dependent coverage. RETIREMENT - Pension formula 2% at age 60 or 2% at age 62 as determined based on provisions of the CA Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013(PEPRA). Pension benefit determined by final average compensation of three years. County participates in Social Security. LIFE INSURANCE - County paid $20,000 term policy. Employee may purchase additional life insurance. DISABILITY INSURANCE - Employees in the General Representation Unit participate in the State Disability Insurance (SDI) program. This program is funded 100% by employee payroll deductions. DEPENDENT-CARE PLAN - Employees who make contributions for child or dependent care may elect to have their contributions made utilizing "pre-tax dollars." H-CARE PLAN - Employees who pay a County medical premium may elect this pre-tax program. HEALTH CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ALLOWANCE (HCFSA) - Employees may elect this pre-tax program to cover qualifying health care expenses. DEFERRED COMPENSATION - A deferred compensation plan is available to employees Selection Plan THE EXAMINATION: Your application and supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine if you have met the education, experience, training and/or licensing requirements as stated on the job announcement. If you meet these criteria and are one of the best qualified, you may be required to compete in any combination of written, oral and/or performance examinations or a competitive evaluation of training and experience as described on your application and supplemental questionnaire. You must pass all components of the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The examination may be eliminated if there are ten or fewer qualified applicants. If the eligible list is established without the administration of the announced examination, the life of the eligible list will be six months and your overall score will be based upon an evaluation of your application and supplemental questionnaire. If during those six months it is necessary to administer another examination for this job class, you will be invited to take the examination to remain on the eligible list. HOW TO APPLY: Apply Online Now! Click on the link below; or print out an application and supplemental questionnaire and mail/bring them to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received in one of the following ways: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability that requires test accommodation, please call (831) 454-2600. To comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act, Santa Cruz County verifies that all new employees are either U.S. citizens or persons authorized to work in the U.S. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. 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Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist I, II, or III providing support to the Muskogee County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN# 34000674) in state government, located in the Muskogee County Oklahoma offices. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $55,882.28 based on education and experience . This position may be filled at a LEVEL I, II, or III, based on the qualifications of the applicant. Position Description: Responsible for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. Duties include, but not limited to: The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: • Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. • Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. • Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. • Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. • Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. • Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. • Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. • Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; • Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Level I: Knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques su as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Level II: Those identified in Level I plus ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to insure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Level III : Those identified in Level II plus ability to plan and conduct field investigations; to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications; and to assist in developing HACCP plans for the regulated food industry. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level I: This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training status to build their skills in conducting inspections and investigations, performing basic professional analysis, and interpreting state and federal laws. In this role they will, under close supervision, perform tasks involving the evaluation of inspection or survey data and the preparation of technical records and reports, and assist in making recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct public health hazards and provide for consumer protection. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. Level III: This is the advanced level where employees are assigned responsibilities for performing advanced level work involving consumer protection or public health protection. This will involve a high degree of technical and administrative freedom to plan, develop, organize and conduct all phases of the work necessary for completion within broad program guidelines. Some responsibility may also be assigned for providing limited guidance and training to entry-level employees, including Environmental Technicians, in performing various consumer protection program duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection. Level II : Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection, PLUS one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection AND three (3) years of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections AND two (2) years of professional public health or consumer protection. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 12/30/2021 11:59:00 PM

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist I, II, or III providing support to the Muskogee County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN# 34000674) in state government, located in the Muskogee County Oklahoma offices. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $55,882.28 based on education and experience . This position may be filled at a LEVEL I, II, or III, based on the qualifications of the applicant. Position Description: Responsible for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. Duties include, but not limited to: The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: • Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. • Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. • Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. • Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. • Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. • Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. • Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. • Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; • Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Level I: Knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques su as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Level II: Those identified in Level I plus ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to insure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Level III : Those identified in Level II plus ability to plan and conduct field investigations; to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications; and to assist in developing HACCP plans for the regulated food industry. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level I: This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training status to build their skills in conducting inspections and investigations, performing basic professional analysis, and interpreting state and federal laws. In this role they will, under close supervision, perform tasks involving the evaluation of inspection or survey data and the preparation of technical records and reports, and assist in making recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct public health hazards and provide for consumer protection. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. Level III: This is the advanced level where employees are assigned responsibilities for performing advanced level work involving consumer protection or public health protection. This will involve a high degree of technical and administrative freedom to plan, develop, organize and conduct all phases of the work necessary for completion within broad program guidelines. Some responsibility may also be assigned for providing limited guidance and training to entry-level employees, including Environmental Technicians, in performing various consumer protection program duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection. Level II : Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection, PLUS one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection AND three (3) years of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections AND two (2) years of professional public health or consumer protection. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Qualification Review. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time . Closing Date/Time: 12/30/2021 11:59:00 PM

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Logan, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, II, or III. PLEASE APPLY FOR EACH LEVEL YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. Our mission is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist II providing support the Logan County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34002441) in state government located in Guthrie, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,168.40 based on education and experience . Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to ensure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection and one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: 12/14/2021 11:59:00 PM

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Logan, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, II, or III. PLEASE APPLY TO THE LEVEL INTERESTED IN. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist III providing support the Logan County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34002441) in state government located in Guthrie, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $50,802.08 based on education and experience . Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to ensure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Ability to plan and conduct field investigations; to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications; and to assist in developing HACCP plans for the regulated food industry. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level III: This is the advanced level where employees are assigned responsibilities for performing advanced level work involving consumer protection or public health protection. This will involve a high degree of technical and administrative freedom to plan, develop, organize and conduct all phases of the work necessary for completion within broad program guidelines. Some responsibility may also be assigned for providing limited guidance and training to entry-level employees, including Environmental Technicians, in performing various consumer protection program duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection and three (3) years of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections and two (2) years of professional public health or consumer protection. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: 12/14/2021 11:59:00 PM

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Logan, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, II OR LEVEL III. PLEASE APPLY TO THE LEVEL INTERESTED IN. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist I providing support the Logan County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34002441) in state government located in Guthrie, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $37,182.00 based on education and experience. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Physical Demands and Work Environment : Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level I: This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training status to build their skills in conducting inspections and investigations, performing basic professional analysis, and interpreting state and federal laws. In this role they will, under close supervision, perform tasks involving the evaluation of inspection or survey data and the preparation of technical records and reports, and assist in making recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct public health hazards and provide for consumer protection. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection. Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of those identified in Level I plus one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. NOTES NOTES/ REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: 12/14/2021 11:59:00 PM

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Logan, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, II or III. PLEASE APPLY TO THE LEVEL INTERESTED IN. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist I providing support the Logan County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34002441) in state government located in Guthrie, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $37,182.00 based on education and experience . Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Physical Demands and Work Environment : Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level I: This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training status to build their skills in conducting inspections and investigations, performing basic professional analysis, and interpreting state and federal laws. In this role they will, under close supervision, perform tasks involving the evaluation of inspection or survey data and the preparation of technical records and reports, and assist in making recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct public health hazards and provide for consumer protection. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection. NOTES NOTES/ REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: 12/14/2021 11:59:00 PM

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Logan, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, II or III. PLEASE APPLY FOR EACH LEVEL YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries . OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist II providing support the Logan County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34002441) in state government located in Guthrie, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,168.40 based on education and experience . Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to ensure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level I: This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training status to build their skills in conducting inspections and investigations, performing basic professional analysis, and interpreting state and federal laws. In this role they will, under close supervision, perform tasks involving the evaluation of inspection or survey data and the preparation of technical records and reports, and assist in making recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct public health hazards and provide for consumer protection. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection. Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection and one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; OR a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: 12/14/2021 11:59:00 PM

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Logan, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, II, or III. PLEASE APPLY TO THE LEVEL INTERESTED IN. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist III providing support the Logan County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34002441) in state government located in Guthrie, OK. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $50,802.08 based on education and experience . Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to ensure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Ability to plan and conduct field investigations; to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications; and to assist in developing HACCP plans for the regulated food industry. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level III: This is the advanced level where employees are assigned responsibilities for performing advanced level work involving consumer protection or public health protection. This will involve a high degree of technical and administrative freedom to plan, develop, organize and conduct all phases of the work necessary for completion within broad program guidelines. Some responsibility may also be assigned for providing limited guidance and training to entry-level employees, including Environmental Technicians, in performing various consumer protection program duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection and three (3) years of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections and two (2) years of professional public health or consumer protection. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Qualification Review. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time . Closing Date/Time: 12/14/2021 11:59:00 PM

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Garfield, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I OR LEVEL II. PLEASE APPLY TO THE LEVEL INTERESTED IN. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist I providing support the Garfield and Kingfisher County Health Departments. This is a classified position (PIN#34001507) in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $37,182.00 based on education and experience. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level I: This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training status to build their skills in conducting inspections and investigations, performing basic professional analysis, and interpreting state and federal laws. In this role they will, under close supervision, perform tasks involving the evaluation of inspection or survey data and the preparation of technical records and reports, and assist in making recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct public health hazards and provide for consumer protection. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection. NOTES NOTES/ REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Garfield, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, OR LEVEL II. PLEASE APPLY FOR EACH LEVEL YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries . OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist II providing support the Garfield and Kingfisher County Health Departments. This is a classified position (PIN#34001507) in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,168.40 based on education and experience. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to ensure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. STATE EMPLOYEE INFORMATION IF YOU ARE A CURRENT OR FORMER PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEE, PLEASE APPLY TO THE "INTERNAL JOBS" LISTING HERE . DO NOT APPLY VIA THIS RECRUITMENT. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level I: This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training status to build their skills in conducting inspections and investigations, performing basic professional analysis, and interpreting state and federal laws. In this role they will, under close supervision, perform tasks involving the evaluation of inspection or survey data and the preparation of technical records and reports, and assist in making recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct public health hazards and provide for consumer protection. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection. Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection and one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; OR a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Selection Plan Scores based on: 100% Evaluation of Education and Experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire. ***NOTE: Names of eligible applicants can be made available to State agencies upon their request, immediately following the closing date and time. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Garfield, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I OR LEVEL II. PLEASE APPLY TO THE LEVEL INTERESTED IN. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist I providing support the Garfield and Kingfisher County Health Departments. This is a classified position (PIN#34001507) in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $37,182.00 based on education and experience. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level I: This is the basic level of this job family where incumbents are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training status to build their skills in conducting inspections and investigations, performing basic professional analysis, and interpreting state and federal laws. In this role they will, under close supervision, perform tasks involving the evaluation of inspection or survey data and the preparation of technical records and reports, and assist in making recommendations concerning remedial actions to correct public health hazards and provide for consumer protection. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level I: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection. Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of those identified in Level I plus one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. NOTES NOTES/ REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Garfield, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, or Level II. PLEASE APPLY FOR EACH LEVEL YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. Our mission is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist II providing support the Garfield and Kingfisher County Health Departments. This is a classified position (PIN#34001507) in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . For more information about the benefit allowance [ click here ] . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,168.40 based on education and experience. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to ensure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection and one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Canadian, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, II, or III. PLEASE APPLY TO THE LEVEL INTERESTED IN. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. The mission of the Department of Health is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist III providing support the Canadian County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34001507) in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. The annual salary for this position is up to $50,802.08 based on education and experience. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to ensure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Ability to plan and conduct field investigations; to analyze and interpret engineering plans and specifications; and to assist in developing HACCP plans for the regulated food industry. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level III: This is the advanced level where employees are assigned responsibilities for performing advanced level work involving consumer protection or public health protection. This will involve a high degree of technical and administrative freedom to plan, develop, organize and conduct all phases of the work necessary for completion within broad program guidelines. Some responsibility may also be assigned for providing limited guidance and training to entry-level employees, including Environmental Technicians, in performing various consumer protection program duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level III: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection and three (3) years of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections and two (2) years of professional public health or consumer protection. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Oklahoma State Department of Health

Oklahoma State Department of Health Canadian, Oklahoma, USA

Introduction THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT A LEVEL I, II, or III. PLEASE APPLY FOR EACH LEVEL YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to providing quality health services to Oklahoma citizens. Our mission is to promote, protect and improve the health of all Oklahomans through strategies that focus on preventing disease and injuries. OSDH is seeking a full time Public Health Specialist II providing support the Canadian County Health Department. This is a classified position (PIN#34001507) in state government. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits Package , including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents . The annual salary for this position is up to $43,168.40 based on education and experience. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions The functions within this job family will vary by level, but may include the following: •Conducts inspections, surveys, and investigations of food establishments, lodging facilities, barber shops, public bathing places, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, hospitals, and other regulated facilities to identify public health hazards or environmental conditions which are detrimental to life and health, monitor state food supplies and products, provide training and technical assistance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; assists in the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems in food establishments and in verifying implementation. •Responds to complaints concerning food borne illnesses, adulterated foods, food tampering, recalls, insect or rodent infestation, or other issues related to food establishments or the sale of food and food products. •Reviews and acts on various epidemiological reports and complaints, including animal bites, rabies, West Vile Virus and other disease outbreaks; conducts environmental assessments and other surveys related to lodging, public bathing, and barber services; prepares specimens for shipment for West Nile testing; performs inspections for lead contamination and other public health hazards or nuisances. •Provides emergency response services for complaints concerning food borne illnesses, fires in food establishments, accidents involving the transportation of food, incidents concerning food or water contamination, and power outages or natural disasters involving food products; conducts inspections or investigations on an as needed basis including on weekends and at night. •Conducts field tests for chemical sanitizing agents using thermocouples, thermometers, and other evaluative instruments; collects and transports food samples as required to determine adulteration, contamination, sources of pollution, and/or microbiological quality; maintains legal chain of custody to preserve evidentiary requirements. •Directs the embargo and disposal of food products found unfit for human consumption; conducts evaluations to determine imminent hazards to life or health which warrant the closure of a facility. •Prepares records, reports, and correspondence concerning regulatory actions as needed; conducts follow-up inspections and surveys to ensure corrective actions have been taken and that public health hazards are eliminated; testifies at hearings and court proceedings concerning regulatory actions as required. •Provides assistance with developing and implementing county Emergency Response Plans; Provides assistance with county bioterrorism training exercises and serves as a responder in case of terrorist events. Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Required at this level include knowledge of the causes, impact, and prevention of public health problems in regulated establishments; of food microbiology as it applies to preventing food borne illness; of basic epidemiology and chemistry; of mathematical concepts including basic statistical analysis; of food processing techniques such as modified atmospheric packaging; and of rules and regulations governing food establishments; public bathing places, nursing homes, schools, day care facilities or other licensed establishments. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of regulated facilities; to identify the causes of food borne illnesses and related health hazards; to analyze and evaluate environmental and sanitary conditions; to organize work and work independently; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to use computers to organize data and generate reports. Ability to make recommendations concerning the implementation of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) systems and verify implementation; to conduct pre-operational inspections to determine compliance with approved plans; to assist in planning and presenting education and training programs; and to ensure that corrective action have been completed to eliminate health hazards. Physical Demands and Work Environment Work is typically performed an office setting with a climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; carry light items; driving an automobile. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone. Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required. BASIC PURPOSE Positions within this job family are assigned responsibilities for planning, performing or supervising technical and professional work involving consumer protection and public health services. This includes performing inspections, surveys, and investigations to identify and eliminate conditions hazardous to life and health, providing consultative services and assistance in assigned areas of responsibility, ensuring corrective actions are taken to eliminate public health or other hazards, and ensuring compliance with applicable statutes and regulations. LEVEL DESCRIPTORS The Public Health Specialist job family consists of five levels which are distinguished by the level of complexity of specific job assignments, the extent of responsibility assigned for specific tasks, the level of expertise required for completion of the assigned work and the responsibility assigned for providing leadership to others. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities at the full performance level and perform a full range of task involving inspections, surveys and investigations related to public health services, consumer protection, and the enforcement of applicable state and federal laws in the assigned area of responsibility. In this role they will evaluate inspection and survey data, prepare technical records and reports, make recommendations concerning required remedial actions, and provide technical assistance and training as needed to correct public health or consumer protection problems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of the statutory requirements of Title 59 O.S. Section 1150.7, (A 2): A bachelor's degree with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, physical science, natural science, biological science, agricultural science, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university with at least thirty (30) semester hours of work in physical, natural and biological science, public health and/or environmental health or environmental protection or both environmental health and environmental protection and one year of professional public health or consumer protection and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections; or a master's degree in a listed field and successful completion of state standardization to conduct food establishment inspections. NOTES REQUIREMENTS: If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT WORKING AT THE OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CLICK HERE Please read instructions carefully and include all required documents when you submit your application. No additional information will be accepted after the application has been submitted. Conclusion Veteran's Preference Points apply only for initial appointment in the Classified Service. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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