Environmental Health Specialist II

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

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Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the country, known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington, D.C., Loudoun County offers diverse cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities.

The Loudoun County Department of Health is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our dynamic team as an Environmental Health Specialist. Our mission at the Loudoun Health Department is to lead the way in fostering a community focused on health and wellness. We are looking for someone who shares our passion and dedication to this cause. As an Environmental Health Specialist, you will play a crucial role within the Consumer Services division, operating under general supervision and working alongside a team of highly skilled environmental health professionals.

Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of program areas, including but not limited to retail food safety, recreational water safety, hotel and motel inspections, and oversight of schools, among others.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluates food safety at permitted food establishments to verify compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes.
• Conducts inspections of public/permitted swimming pools and spas to ensure water quality sufficient to prevent disease, promote safety, and ensure compliance with codes.
• Handles customer technical calls to the Environmental Health unit and investigates environmental health concerns.
• Evaluates and approves site and building plans for food, water recreation, and tourist facilities that require a Health Department permit to operate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry or a related field; two (2) years of related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Valid driver's license and good driving record (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification); additional license if required by law for position or assigned department.
• Pass pre-employment criminal background check, fingerprint, and DMV checks.
• Must have completed or be able to complete training in the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) VDH Food program and be able to obtain credentials of VDH Standardized in Food.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a certified pool operator license.
• Subject to recall/rotational on-call 24-hours a day, seven days a week as assigned. May be required to work during public health/County emergencies 24/7; and if so, may be assigned to a different location or asked to serve in a different capacity. May be required to work in an outdoor environment during varying types of weather (hot or cold).