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CITY OF CARSON CITY

Environmental Health Manager

CITY OF CARSON CITY, Carson City, Nevada, us, 89702


Environmental Health Manager

Salary

$73,624.51 - $117,798.93 Annually

Location

Carson City, NV

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

973_09/2024

Department

Health and Human Services

Opening Date

09/04/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

This is a full-time, FLSA Exempt position with Carson City Health and Human Services, located in Carson City, NV. Under general direction, plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises, reviews and evaluates the activities of the Environmental Health Division in regard to provision of the comprehensive Environmental Health Program, including food establishments, mobile food trucks, temporary events, cottage food, hotels/motels, permanent makeup establishments, public pools and spas, septic systems, and other programs; represents the division on a variety of matters at the federal, state, and county level; and performs related work as required.

This is a management classification for the City, exercising direct and indirect supervision over professional, paraprofessional and support staff within the Environmental Health Services Division of Carson City Health and Human Services.

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Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.

Examples of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

Participate in the development and implementation of the Health Department Community Health Needs Assessment, Community Health Improvement Plan and Department-specific Strategic Plan.Plan, organize, direct, coordinate and administer the Environmental Health Program.Plan, organize, coordinate, assign, provide direction, and review the work of Environmental Health staff.Assist with the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the Environmental Health Division.Manage division budgets and ensures proper accountability of expenditures.Manage grant budgets and scope of work to ensure compliance.Under direction from the Health Director, prepare a proposed annual budget for the Environmental Health Division and monitor and control the expenditures during the fiscal year.Hire, direct and supervise the activities and performance of assigned staff including training, work assignments and review, employee discipline and performance evaluation. Train staff and provide for all staffs professional development.Manage and direct environmental health activities for he City.Provide direction and guidance for the enforcement process including enforcement techniques, documentation of facts, evidence collection and the issuance of notices of violations, stop work orders, operating permit suspensions and citations, if applicable.Consult with the District Attorneys Office concerning environmental health issues needing legal guidance.Provide and conduct hearings before hearing boards and Board of Health, if applicable.Serve on committees and working groups to assist with development and implementation of programs; represent City on committees and working groups.Prepare reports, correspondence, and other written material.Under direction of the Health Director, participate in responding to public and media inquiries regarding assigned activities such as foodborne outbreaks, and environmental hazards.Contribute to the overall quality of the Environmental Health Division by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending, and implementing improved policies and procedures.Drive a personal or City motor vehicle in the course of the work.Respond to questions and complaints from the public; ensure satisfactory resolution; coordinate activities with those of other City Departments.Explain division regulations, strategies, environmental health related issues to the public and other governmental entities.Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.Coordinate with environmental and public health agencies, and other stakeholders in the development of methods to achieve the goals of the Department.Compile, maintain and analyze data to determine workloads, staffing priorities, program growth and community needs.Under direction from the Health Director, apply for Environmental Health grants.Organize and prepare Environmental Health related contracts and interlocal agreements.Ensure Division services are provided to the public in a professional and respectful manner while assuring the protection of public health.Ensure that staff actions and hearings follow the provisions of the Nevada Revised Statutes, Nevada Administrative Code and Board of Health Regulations.Assign, direct and review inspection activities of the Environmental Health Division.Assist with the formulation of policies and programs including technical and research activities, monitoring techniques and program development.Prepare environmental standards recommendations for the Board of Health.Justify and approve expenditures for purchasing and staff travel, including approval of purchase orders and requisitions.Evaluate program activity reports and status of program workloads, assess program accomplishments and needs.Represent the Health Department during special hearings and court proceedings, if allowed, concerning violations of environmental standards.At the Health Directors discretion, may act in the capacity of the Division or Department Representative with issues pertaining to Environmental Health or other health related matters as assigned during Nevada State Board of Health meetings and State of Nevada Legislature and Interim standing committees.Ensure that assigned personnel perform duties and responsibilities in a safe and prudent manner that does not expose them or others to unnecessary harm or risk of on-the-job injury.

Typical Qualifications

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