Health and Environmental Investigator I/II
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Health Administration
Posted on January 4, 2025
Salary
$75,649.60 - $95,888.00 Annually
Location
Bellevue, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024AO23420
Department
DPH - Public Health
Division
Environmental Health Svcs
Opening Date
01/03/2025
Closing Date
1/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
C9C : PROTEC17-DPH, DCHS-EnvHlth Pro
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
The position will work with a strong team of knowledgeable colleagues to help property owners ensure proper wastewater treatment and safe drinking water. We conduct permit processing, education, inspection and compliance, provide technical assistance, to the public and work to develop a program to encourage septic systems owners to get their septic systems inspected.
Public Health - Seattle & King County is seeking a skilled, enthusiastic and dedicated Health and Environmental Investigator II for the On-site Sewage System Programs. The Health & Environmental Investigator will provide technical assistance and education for customer success through application review and OSS management. This position also reviews building applications received by public health for joint reviews that involve the Department of Local Services Permitting Division. This position will also play a key role in implementing a new permitting software, helping teammates and customers navigate new processes and applications. Additionally, the OSS Health & Environmental Investigator will implement program activities and priorities outlined by the King County Equity and Social Justice Ordinance and the King County Strategic Plan. The most successful candidate will enjoy working with individual customers and colleagues to navigate complex processes and find solutions.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Work Schedule
This position typically works 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week anytime between 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Flexible work schedule, rare weekend/evening work needed. This position is subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible.
Work Location
The work associated with this position will be performed predominately through a hybrid work schedule of onsite at the King County Eastgate Public Health office located at 14350 SE Eastgate Way Bellevue, WA 98007 and remote work. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. The Environmental Health Division reserves the right to place staff at worksite locations or transfer staff to new worksite locations that best support the efficient delivery of services.
Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking, and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team.
Desired:
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Who May Apply
This position is open to all qualified applicants.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
Necessary Special Requirements
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Contact
For more information about the application process please contact Alexis Owens at Alowens@kingcounty.gov
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$75,649.60 - $95,888.00 Annually
Location
Bellevue, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024AO23420
Department
DPH - Public Health
Division
Environmental Health Svcs
Opening Date
01/03/2025
Closing Date
1/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
C9C : PROTEC17-DPH, DCHS-EnvHlth Pro
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Summary
The position will work with a strong team of knowledgeable colleagues to help property owners ensure proper wastewater treatment and safe drinking water. We conduct permit processing, education, inspection and compliance, provide technical assistance, to the public and work to develop a program to encourage septic systems owners to get their septic systems inspected.
Public Health - Seattle & King County is seeking a skilled, enthusiastic and dedicated Health and Environmental Investigator II for the On-site Sewage System Programs. The Health & Environmental Investigator will provide technical assistance and education for customer success through application review and OSS management. This position also reviews building applications received by public health for joint reviews that involve the Department of Local Services Permitting Division. This position will also play a key role in implementing a new permitting software, helping teammates and customers navigate new processes and applications. Additionally, the OSS Health & Environmental Investigator will implement program activities and priorities outlined by the King County Equity and Social Justice Ordinance and the King County Strategic Plan. The most successful candidate will enjoy working with individual customers and colleagues to navigate complex processes and find solutions.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx
Work Schedule
This position typically works 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week anytime between 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Flexible work schedule, rare weekend/evening work needed. This position is subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible.
Work Location
The work associated with this position will be performed predominately through a hybrid work schedule of onsite at the King County Eastgate Public Health office located at 14350 SE Eastgate Way Bellevue, WA 98007 and remote work. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. The Environmental Health Division reserves the right to place staff at worksite locations or transfer staff to new worksite locations that best support the efficient delivery of services.
Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking, and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team.
Job Duties
- Provide culturally competent education, technical assistance, and regulatory compliance advice to property owners, real estate industry, OSS industry, and the general public.
- Convey and interpret public health and environmental codes, regulations, policies, and technical regulatory information to a variety of diverse audiences.
- Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with current public health and environmental codes, regulations and policies.
- Respond to public complaints and inquiries on environmental health matters.
- Maintain and use digital reporting and application review software, including Envision Connect, Bluebeam Revu, and Tyler Enterprise Permitting & Licensing.
- Evaluate individual actions and program policies and recommend and implement changes to increase racial, social, and economic equity in services.
- Work with other agencies and jurisdictions to respond to needs related to OSS.
- Work with other investigators to maximize consistency and support process improvement.
- Participate in assigned Environmental Health Division meetings and trainings.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Desired:
- Possession of a Certificate of Registration as a Sanitarian at time of hire is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of the King County government, its mandates and functions, and familiarity with the regional and local policy issues and challenges that affect King County.
- Experience and knowledge related to on-site sewage systems and/or drinking water.
- Bilingual in English plus one (1) or more of the following languages representing large populations in King County: Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Somali, Russian, Ukrainian, Korean, Amharic, Hindi, Punjabi, or other languages.
- Skills in oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Enjoy working with challenging people and strive to find solutions for tough problems.
- Registered Sanitarian certificate from the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) or the Washington State Environmental Health Association (WSBRS) is required within 12 months of hire into this position.
- Have earned 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of college credit in basic science coursework.
- Basic sciences include life sciences, natural sciences, physical sciences, or health sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, soil science, and toxicology).
- Proficiency with software programs, including Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook), and ability to quickly master Envision database, Bluebeam Software, OnlineRME, and performance management system.
- Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Proof of a current, valid, Washington State Driver License, or the ability to obtain one prior to the start of work.
Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Who May Apply
This position is open to all qualified applicants.
Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:
- NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
Necessary Special Requirements
- The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
- The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR ( if applicable).
- The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. (and Pre-employment Physical, if applicable).
- For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring . For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en .
- Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
- Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
- Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
- Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
- When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
- If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.
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Contact
For more information about the application process please contact Alexis Owens at Alowens@kingcounty.gov
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
