Program Support Specialist - Environmental Health

Under the general direction of the Environmental Public Health Operations Coordinator, performs a variety of duties within a team environment and provides support and assistance to the manager and clients.

Calhoun County is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workplace that provides an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all employees and the public it serves. 

1. →Serve as the primary backup for the Environmental Public Health front desk and provide administrative program support, including assisting walk-in clients, answering phones, routing inquiries, scheduling, record management, document processing, and maintaining knowledge of Environmental Health programs to assist residents, businesses, and staff.
2. →Assist with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, including compiling records and coordinating responses according to department procedures.
3. →Participate as a member of the department software team, assisting with implementation, testing, and improvement of internal systems.
4. →Serve as the lead support for GIS-related tasks, including maintaining mapping data and assisting with geographic data tracking for environmental programs.
5. →Assist with vector surveillance activities, including identification, placement and collection of mosquito traps, participation in tick surveillance, and regular reporting to MDHHS/other agencies.
6. →Conduct inspections of public pools, campgrounds, and assist standardized sanitarians with temporary food inspections.
7. →Conduct harmful algal bloom monitoring and sampling.
8. →Conduct long-term monitoring sampling activities.
9. →Assist with digitizing and organizing Environmental Health records, including scanning, indexing, and maintaining electronic files to support efficient record management and accessibility.
10. →Assist with public education and outreach activities.
11. →Serve as a proctor for the Certified Food Manager class.
12. →Assist in foodborne disease outbreak and other environmental investigations.
13. →Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge normally acquired through the completion of an associate’s degree.
• One to three years of experience in public health preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office and data entry skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task simultaneous projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent distractions due to people or telephone calls.
• A valid Michigan driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and a personal vehicle including proof of vehicle insurance are required.

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Hybrid Work Classification:  Hybrid Eligible
Flexibility Classification: Fixed Schedule

• Work will consist of both office environment and outdoor environment.
• Travel may be required.
• May have contact with infectious disease and exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Available to respond to emergencies (e.g., program-related and public health emergencies), when necessary.
• Extended workdays (beyond 8 hours/day) and weekends or holidays may be required.