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Salary-  $4,627.00 – $6,063.00 Monthly

Duties Include

• Prioritizing illness investigations and ensuring shellfish related illnesses are properly logged, traced and filed in an accurate and timely manner. 
• Developing appropriate reports summarizing issues and events surrounding illnesses. 
• Building relationships and coordinating illness investigations with local health jurisdictions; communicable disease epidemiology staff; biotoxin, food, and staff in OEHS; shellfish industry and tribes; and other State Shellfish Authorities and health departments.
• Conducting investigations of shellfish related illnesses in coordination with the Shellfish Inspection Program. 
• Collecting harvest information and records for shellfish associated illnesses.
• Supporting the Vibrio parahaemolyticus (Vp) Advisory Committee in the biannual review of the Vibrio Control Plan (WAC 246-282-006).
• Evaluating activities and trends based on previous sampling results and Vibrio illness data to develop a sampling plan for each upcoming Vibrio control season.

What we’re looking for  

Our ideal candidate has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understands how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. Our ideal candidate is outward even when confronted with others that are not open or collaborative. They demonstrate resilience to model outward behaviors even when stressed or tired.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in public health, environmental health or closely allied science with a minimum of 30 semester or 45 quarter hours in natural or physical science.
• Two (2) or more years professional experience in environmental public health and/or environmental health principles.
• One (1) or more years of experience with interpretation and application of public health requirements and procedures relating to food safety, inspections, environmental science, or marine aquaculture.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating public health issues and making corrective action recommendations. 

Desired Qualifications 

• A Master’s degree or higher in public health, environmental health, civil or environmental engineering, or a closely allied field.
• Three (3) or more years of professional experience in public environmental health and/or environmental quality protection.
• Knowledge of Federal and State laws and State Board of Health regulations relating to environmental health and sanitation.

Application Process

Intrigued? Click “Apply” to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:

1. A cover letter, describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
2. A current resume.
3. Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.

Please do not attach any letters of recommendation or other documents not requested above.

Important Note: Do not attach documents that contain a photo or private information (social security number, year of birth, transcripts, etc.) or documents that are password protected. These documents will not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded. 

Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and year of birth. 

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is an equal opportunity employer. DOH strives to create a working environment that is inclusive and respectful. We prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. 

This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions

With or without an accommodation, I am willing and able to:

• As stated in Governor’s Proclamation 21-14, all employees engaging in work for the Department of Health are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before their hire date. Proof of vaccination will be verified by the Office of Human Resources after an employment offer has been extended.  This position requires an onsite/in-person presence.  A medical or religious exemption to the vaccine mandate cannot be accommodated, at this time.
• Legally operate a state or privately owned vehicle or provide alternative transportation.
• Occasionally work more than 40 hours per week and/or to adjust normally scheduled hours, which may include evening and weekends.
• Occasionally travel in and/or out of state.
• Work effectively in a frequently stressful environment with multiple assignments and priority deadlines.
• Work outside in rough terrain and in a variety of weather conditions.
• Move objects and materials weighing as much as 25 pounds.
• Participate in emergency response activities and when the Agency Coordination Center is activated.  

• The duty station for this position is in Tumwater, WA. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, telework (mobile-work) is currently expected. When approved to return, the incumbent is expected to report to the duty station for work activities. Partial telecommuting may be an option subject to supervisory approval.