District 6 Environmental Health Director.

Who We Are.  We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What We Offer.  As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can :

• Make a Professional Impact  – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility  – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity  – Countless opportunities for continuous learning / development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture  – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work  – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you.

Job Responsibilities :

Manages a comprehensive district wide public health environmental health program of regulatory review and enforcement in the area of environmental health. Directs subordinate staff.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory science (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, math, etc.) AND four (4) years of full-time professional level experience equivalent to an EHS 4 (RCP123), which includes two (2) years in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; OR three (3) years as an Environmental Health County Manager (RCM060). Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory science (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) and four (4) years of full-time professional level experience equivalent to a PH Envir Compl Specialist 4 (RCP123), which includes two (2) years in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or three (3) years as a County Mgr. PH Environ Hlth (RCM060) or position equivalent.