Supervising Environmental Health Specialist

The County of Riverside's Environmental Health Department is seeking an experienced professional to serve as a Supervising Environmental Health Specialist (SEHS) to support the Hazardous Materials Management Branch.

The position will be based at the Hemet office.

The SEHS classification is the supervisory level within the Environmental Health Specialist series and reports directly to an appropriate management-level position.

The incumbent will oversee the day-to-day operations of environmental health program activities and provide direct supervision over a team, possibly across multiple regional offices.

Responsibilities include coordinating and directing the operations and workflow of various programs, notably within the Hazardous Materials Management Branch (HMMB).

This position will also be overseeing the HMMB Emergency Response Team.

This role involves a high level of collaboration with other governmental agencies and departments and local city agencies.

The incumbent will act as a liaison in interagency meetings, support cross-functional initiatives, and help craft resolutions to regional environmental health concerns.

Additionally, the SEHS will play a key role in revising departmental technical guidance and policies and contributing to development of the multiple hazardous materials programs.

Candidates with a passion for public service, commitment to community health, and a deep understanding of environmental health regulations are encouraged to apply for this vital leadership position in Riverside County.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with demonstrated experience in recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring staff.

This position requires strong organizational skills to manage inspections for various types of facilities, oversee hazmat emergency response and complaint activities, conduct performance evaluations, and provide comprehensive training to enhance inspector and responder skill sets.

The SEHS will also be instrumental in developing and implementing program-wide procedures that align with the Department's strategic goals.

Meet the Team:

The Riverside County Department of Environmental Health is a multifaceted department dedicated to protecting the health of people and the environment in Riverside County.

Their mission, "to enhance the quality of life in Riverside County," is accomplished through a dedicated staff of professionals including licensed and/or certified inspectors overseeing and enforcing numerous programs, from food facility inspections to hazardous waste designed to protect both the public and the environment.• Review and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.

• Instruct and advise staff on the interpretation of state and local environmental health laws, ordinances, regulations, and departmental directives, policies and procedures; review and evaluate evidence gathered by staff as a result of investigations of unusual or sensitive cases and if appropriate initiate enforcement activit...