New Jersey Environmental Health Association

Part-time Registered Environmental Health Specialist - Middle-Brook Regional Health Commission

The Middle-Brook Regional Health Commission is seeking a part-time Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS). Qualified candidates include those individuals who have a valid NJ driver’s license and a valid NJ REHS license. Under the direction of the Health Officer, responsibilities include, but are not limited to: investigation of complaints and enforcement of state and local codes regarding public health nuisances, environmental lead risk assessments, retail food establishments, communicable disease, onsite sewage disposal systems, potable water systems, public recreational bathing facilities, body-art facilities, youth camp facilities, and pet shops/kennels. Successful candidates must have strong communication and writing skills and be proficient at both written and electronic reporting methods. Experience as an REHS and Spanish speaking is preferred. 

To apply, please send resume with cover letter to: 

Kevin G. Sumner, Health Officer/Director by email to ksumner@middlebrookhealth.org or by fax to (732) 968-5331.

Added: 8/20/2018

Public Health Nurse (Temporary Full-Time)- Montclair, NJ

Description: The Public Health Nurse performs professional public health nursing duties in Montclair and contracting towns; performs work related to Montclair Lead Poisoning Prevention Program work as required. Arranges for provision of lead poisoning screening to young children in accordance with New Jersey regulations; Provides case management for children identified with elevated blood lead levels within prescribed time frames consistent with NJAC 8:51; Documentation of service provision in the Childhood Lead Information Database (LeadTrax). Prepares reports on activities, keeps records of cases and takes part in program planning; conducts outreach and education to promote lead poisoning prevention; assists families with referrals to agencies and/or physicians for medical follow up; initiates and maintains correspondence with physicians and referral sources as needed to ensure medical follow up and care is being properly administered; assists in management of grant reporting, evaluation and coordination of activities; attends professional conferences and lectures as related to lead poisoning prevention and reports to staff new and current trends; participates in trainings and assists department in becoming Medicaid Provider to seek reimbursement for case management and environmental intervention services. Responds to health questions by individuals and/or families during home visits, in clinics or schools, or while giving health demonstrations and lectures to community groups to educate the public on preventive health measures. Visits homes of individuals and/or families in the community in regard to lead poisoning prevention and gathers initial background information used to assess their health needs and problems to develop a health care plan. Interviews patients and/or families with children identified with elevated blood levels to evaluate health needs and coordinates with Registered Environmental Health Specialists to identify environmental hazards in the homes. Implements actions to prevent lead poisoning by instructing high-risk individuals or groups in the proper control measures. Conducts investigations when children are identified with elevated blood levels; visits homes of identified cases and interviews family to compile information on potential risk factors and exposure to potential environmental sources of lead. Maintains medical records and files. Performs related duties as required. Work is performed under general direction from the Director of Nursing who assigns duties and reviews performance for completeness, conformance to instructions and regulations.

Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree with at least one (1) year of public health nursing background preferred. Applicants must possess a current and valid registration as a Professional Nurse (RN) in the State of New Jersey. Candidate must have a valid New Jersey Driver’s License or equivalent mobility.

Salary: $32.43 per hour, temporary, full-time (35 hours per week)

Apply: Please apply online through the Employment/Human Resources section of the Township of Montclair website at: www.montclairnjusa.org

Closing Date: Friday, September 7, 2018

Added:8/18/2018

Registered Environmental Health Specialist - Burlington County

The Burlington County Health Department is seeking to hire a licensed Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS). This position will primarily support the Well and Septic program while providing backup to the Consumer Health Program.

Position will be 40 hours Monday-Friday with an on-call rotation of holidays and weekends as needed. Burlington County residency required within one year of employment.

Possession of a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services required.

Submit resumes to: Robin Sutton, RSutton@co.burlington.nj.us

Added: 8/15/2018

Full-time Registered Environmental Health Specialist - Monmouth County

Permanent Full-Time REHS (35 hours per week) Salary: $45,000.00 - $60,000 

The Freehold Area Health Department is seeking a full-time Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS). Qualified candidates include those individuals who have a valid NJ driver’s license and a valid NJ REHS license. Under the direction of the Health Officer, responsibilities include, but are not limited to: investigation of complaints and enforcement of state and local codes regarding public health nuisances, environmental lead risk assessments, retail food establishments, communicable disease, onsite sewage disposal systems, potable water systems, public recreational bathing facilities, body-art facilities, youth camp facilities, school immunization audits and pet shops/kennels. Successful candidates should have strong communication and writing skills and must be proficient at both written and electronic field reporting methods. Freehold offers a competitive benefits package and requires a civil service application. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter of interest, resume and three references via mail or email to: 

Margaret Jahn, Health Officer 

Freehold Area Health Department 

1 Municipal Plaza Freehold, NJ 07728 

mjahn@twp.freehold.nj.us

Added: 8/15/2018

Registered Environmental Health Specialist- Somerset County, NJ

Under the supervision of a Senior REHS or the Health Officer, performs inspection work involving the enforcement of state and local public health laws and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to: the Retail Food Code, Recreational Bathing Code, Housing, and Individual Subsurface Sewage Disposal Code. The incumbent interprets objectives, standards, and policies of the Somerset County Department of Health. Applicant must possess excellent writing and communication skills and be proficient and/or able to learn electronic as well as written reporting methods. Possession of a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the NJDOH is required. Somerset County is an EOE employer. Salary $39,200 to $52,400.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to send their resume to:

Somerset County Human Resources

HumanResources@co.somerset.nj.us

See the Somerset County Website for more information

https://www.co.somerset.nj.us/government/finance-and-administrative-services/human-resources

Added: 8/7/2018

Registered Environmental Health Specialist - Trenton, NJ

The City of Trenton is seeking 3 full time Registered Environmental Health Specialists (REHS) full time (35 hours per week). Successful candidates will be responsible for conducting field inspections and/or investigations enforcing the New Jersey State Sanitary Code. Inspections will include but not limited to: retail food establishment inspections, lead paint investigations, public recreational bathing, body art inspections, and public health nuisances. Competent writing and public speaking skills are essential. New Jersey Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor license highly preferred. Candidates must possess a valid N.J. REHS and a N.J. driver license

For immediate consideration, email resume with cover letter to: 

Martin D. Moore, Principal REHS to mmoore@trentonnj.org 

319 East State Street Trenton, New Jersey 08608. 

(609) 989 -3291

Salary- $42,435-$66,472

Added:7/27/2018

Director of the  Department of Health & Health Officer - West Milford, NJ

THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST MILFORD is seeking a candidate for Full Time position as Director of the Health Department & Health Officer. Applicant must have a valid Health Officer License and R.E.H.S. License issued by the State of NJ Dept. of Health as well as a valid NJ driver’s license. For full job description and requirements, please visit the Township’s website at:http://www.westmilford.org/cit-e-access/Employment/?TID=11&TPID=11519 

Added: 7/20/2018

Registered Environmental Health Specialist - Paterson, NJ (3 Positions Available)

The City of Paterson is seeking 3 full-time Registered Environmental Health Specialists (REHS) (35 hours/week). The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting field inspections and/or investigations in accordance with the provisions of the New Jersey State Sanitary Code in such areas as: retail food establishments; public recreational bathing; tanning facilities; youth camps; body art procedures; public health nuisances; and kennels, pet shops, shelters and pounds and the ability to provide assistance to Principal REHS in daily office functions.

Salary/benefits package is competitive with other Health Departments and commensurate with experience.

Candidates must possess a valid N.J. R.E.H.S. and N.J. Driver’s license. Applicant must have excellent written and communication skills. Must be dependable, flexible self-motivated and a team player. Interested candidates shall send a cover letter and resume to:

Paul Persaud, Health Officer

176 Broadway,

Paterson, NJ 07505

Fax 973-321-1246

Email : ppersaud@patersonnj.gov

Added: 7/17/2018

Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)– Township of Randolph, Morris County

Township of Randolph, Morris County is seeking an experienced, qualified applicant to assume the position of Health Department Senior REHS. A minimum of 3-5 years prior experience preferred. Responsibilities include supervision of Environmental Division. This division is responsible for health, housing, property maintenance and other environmental inspections, such as septic system and private well plan review and inspections. The division is also responsible for the enforcement of code violations and the successful candidate must have experience processing such matters in the municipal court system.

Successful candidate shall be citizen service oriented, possess strong leadership skills, organizational abilities and technical knowledge of best practices, equipment and use of the same. The position also requires excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrated problem solving abilities and experience in personnel management.

Possession of an active Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services and a valid New Jersey driver’s license required. State multiple dwelling inspectors and lead inspector risk assessor’s licenses or willingness to obtain same within 2 years also required.

Send resume, cover letter and salary history to Mark Caputo, Health Officer 502 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph, N.J. 07869 or email to mcaputo@randolphnj.org

Added: 7/11/2018