Performs advanced technical duties in environmental health and sanitation programs, environmental quality control programs or wildlife/fisheries management programs.
This class may also be used for employees who are performing entry-level professional duties in environmental health and sanitation or environmental quality control programs.
Inspects sites and facilities to assess compliance with public health laws and regulations. Provides advanced technical support in studies, surveys, inspections and research projects designed to prevent pollution and develop solutions to existing environmental problems. Assists in collecting, evaluating, interpreting and reporting biological, chemical and engineering data. Performs chemical or biological tests and evaluates and interprets results. Responds to environmental emergencies, as directed. Performs or supervises subordinate employees in the performance of the following duties: collection of various flora and/or fauna for identification and evaluation; propagation, raising and distribution of fish; operation and maintenance of field equipment; maintenance and repair of fish hatchery buildings, grounds and equipment; trapping and restocking of game; and sowing, fertilizing, trimming or mowing of food plantings. Provides technical information and assistance to the public and the regulated community. Investigates complaints related to unsatisfactory environmental conditions. Maintains accurate records on all activities and prepares reports as required. Trains or serves as a lead worker to lower-level staff; supervises lower-level staff on a project-by-project basis.
Knowledge of environmental and/or sanitation principles, practices and procedures. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations. Knowledge of inspection and investigation techniques. Knowledge of standardized laboratory procedures. Knowledge of methods and techniques for performing wildlife population surveys or wildlife habitat surveys. Knowledge of wildlife hatching and rearing procedures. Ability to perform physical tasks of moderate difficulty in varying climactic conditions and during irregular hours. Ability to plan, schedule and direct the work of subordinates. Ability to keep accurate records. Ability to prepare and present clear and concise reports. Ability to communicate effectively with the public and the regulated community.
Some positions require the possession of a valid driver's license.
A high school diploma and related experience in environmental health programs, environmental quality control programs or wildlife/fisheries management programs. A bachelor's degree in a related technical area may be substituted for the required work experience.