Environmental Health Specialist - Vector Control

County Of Montgomery - Norristown, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Norristown, PA

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Environmental Health Specialist - Vector Control is responsible for providing inspections, enforcement services, and education related to environmental health programs, with a strong emphasis on mosquito-borne disease control during the mosquito season. This role involves conducting environmental inspections, managing mosquito surveillance, and ensuring compliance with public health regulations. The position is essential, requiring the employee to report to work during emergencies and perform various duties under potentially adverse conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the Mosquito-borne Disease Control grant.
• Order and maintain mosquito surveillance equipment and supplies.
• Collect, process, and identify mosquitoes to determine species prevalent in the County.
• Inspect mosquito breeding and harborage areas.
• Apply pesticides to control mosquitoes in all stages of development.
• Collect, analyze, and report on statistical data as required.
• Develop and utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) capabilities.
• Conduct regulatory inspections required by the Montgomery County Public Health Code.
• Complete inspection reports and issue official notices of corrective action.
• Interpret and apply regulations/code.
• Prepare compliance documentation supporting legal arguments for citations.
• Ensure inspection documentation and facility records are recorded accurately in the Digital Health Department (DHD) software system.
• Manage and maintain territory inspection schedule.
• Investigate complaints regarding disease vectors, environmental hazards, and nuisances.
• Conduct environmental inspections for food and waterborne illness investigations.
• Review architectural and engineering plans and specifications.
• Educate the public on regulatory, technical, and program services.
• Train and assist new staff during development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental health, public health, or related subject area with 30 science credits.
• Reliable means of transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Obtain the PA Department of Agriculture Pesticide Certification (Category 16, Public Health Invertebrates) within the first six months of employment.
• Computer literate with recent work experience using a computer.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and handle confidential matters.
• Strong knowledge of Montgomery County Public Health Code and FDA Food Code.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain good working relationships with others.
• Working knowledge and training in food safety, public health disease vectors, code enforcement, and epidemiology.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Knowledge of environmental health regulations and practices.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities