New Jersey Environmental Health Association

The New Jersey Association of County and City Health Officials (NJACCHO)-Lead Abatement Program Specialists (LAPS).

The New Jersey Association of County and City Health Officials (NJACCHO) is seeking experienced Lead Abatement Program Specialists (LAPS). NJACCHO looks to contract out two part-time positions with public health professionals familiar with lead abatement, lead abatement funding through SAGE, and have field knowledge about lead abatement to provide the following:

- Provide guidance regarding criteria/deliverables and feedback to State government agencies.

- Assist municipalities with the State government funding application processes and review abatement work proposals. The Manager would also jointly monitor and assist the State agencies with responding to issues.

- Deliver four presentations to provide Municipalities an overview of NJACCHO lead abatement support services.

Compensation for the part-time contract positions will be based upon State grant funding in 2020 awarded to NJACCHO, approximately $25,000.00 per specialist. Specific LAPS duties are forthcoming and will be based on finalized State grant deliverables.

Email letters of interest and resumes to:

info@njaccho.org

Attention: Linda Brown, Administrative Assistant

Added: 12/12/2019

HEALTH OFFICER – FULL TIME – SOUTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP

South Brunswick Township seeks a highly qualified leader, who is a motivated individual with strong managerial skills for the position of Health Officer. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills and has outstanding ability to work with the public and outside agencies. This candidate will administer health policies of the Township in accordance with State and Local ordinances and regulations. Under direction, recommends local public health policies; plans, develops, coordinates, and directs the work program of a municipal health department or agency and directs the enforcement of public health within the municipality concerned; does related work as required. Possession of a valid Health Officers License issued by the New Jersey Department of Health. Ten (10) years’ experience in the Public Health field, and two (2) years administrative and supervisory experience. Valid NJ driver’s license in good standing and NJ residency required. To view full job description and to apply visit www.southbrunswicknj.gov

Added: 12/3/2019

HEALTH OFFICER – FULL TIME – Branchburg Township

Branchburg Township, Somerset County, seeks a highly qualified leader, who is a motivated individual with strong managerial skills for the position of Health Officer. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills and has outstanding ability to work with the public and outside agencies. This candidate will administer health policies of the Township in accordance with State and Local ordinances and regulations. Under direction, recommends local public health policies; plans, develops, coordinates, and directs the work program of a municipal health department or agency and directs the enforcement of public health within the municipality concerned; does related work as required. Qualified candidates will possess valid New Jersey Health Officers, Registered Environmental Health Specialist and drivers licenses. NJ residency required. Salary range $60,000 - $90,000 DOQ. Please forward cover letter and resume with salary requirements by December 20, 2019 to Gregory J. Bonin, Township Administrator, Township of Branchburg, 1077 US Highway 202 North, Branchburg, NJ 08876 or gregory.bonin@branchburg.nj.us.

Added: 11/27/2019

Full-Time Registered Environmental Health Specialist – Provisional - Lawrence Township

Lawrence Township is recruiting for the position of a Full-Time Registered Environmental Health Specialist. Under the direction of the Health Officer, performs sanitary inspections and environmental health work including the enforcement of public health regulations and local ordinances. Example of work includes inspection of retail food establishments, public recreational bathing places, potable water supplies, subsurface sewage disposal systems, refuse sanitation, noxious weeds, insect and rodent control, nuisance complaints and other public health concerns. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a health related field, NJ Registered Environmental Health Specialist License and a valid NJ Driver’s License. Additional certifications such as Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor and Certified Pool Operator are preferred. Provisional appointment pending a Civil Service Examination. Individuals who accept provisional appointments and have no permanent underlying status are not provided the rights and protection under Title 4A of the New Jersey Administrative Code. Applications and Civil Service job specifications can be obtained in the Lawrence Township Municipal Building (Managers Office) 2207 Lawrence Road, Lawrence, NJ 08648 or www.lawrencetwp.com Salary range $53,895 -$71,585. Send cover letter/resume/and Lawrence Township employment application to Township of Lawrence 2207 Lawrence Road, Lawrence, NJ 08648. Attn: Managers Office or e-mail: Manager@lawrencetwp.com. The Township reserves the right to interview candidates prior to the closing date for responses. Deadline: November 29, 2019.

Added: 11/27/2019

Senior Registered Environmental Health Specialist - Princeton’s Health Department

Salary:$50,000-$88,105

Deadline:12/15/19

Under direction of the Health Officer, takes the lead over Registered Environmental Health Specialists and Registered Environmental Health Specialist trainees; performs sanitary inspection work involving the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws and rules within the concerned jurisdiction; conducts inspections, investigations, and educational outreach activities; performs other related duties as required and/or necessary. 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, communicable disease control, kennels, pet shops, shelters and pounds. Candidate will also be involved with National Public Health Accreditation efforts. Applicant must possess excellent writing and communication skills and will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by this office. Preferred Additional Qualifications: In-depth working knowledge of on-site wastewater disposal systems (septic systems). Requirements: State of NJ Registered Environmental Health Specialist License REQUIRED, or must be able to provide documentation of taking upcoming REHS examination. Master Degree preferred. Excellent written & oral communication skills and proficient PC skills. Must satisfy employer paid physical, psychological, drug screen and criminal background check. Must have a valid NJ Driver’s License in good standing if driving municipal vehicles. NJ residency required by State Statute. R.S.52:14-7. Details and an application available online at https://www.princetonnj.gov/jobs-and-employment  EOE - M/F/V/H

Added: 11/18/2019

Registered Environmental Health Specialist (PT) – County of Morris, Office of Health Management

The County of Morris, Office of Health Management is seeking a part-time licensed Registered Environmental Health Specialist. The position may require evening and/or weekend activities. NJ Department of Health licensure as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) is required. Certification as a NJ Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor, Hazardous Materials Technician 80 hour course, and/or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) credential a plus. Experience with County Environmental Health Act (CEHA) programs preferred. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume via mail, fax, or email to: Carlos Perez, Jr., Ph.D., Health Officer, County of Morris, Office of Health Management, P.O. Box 300, Morristown, NJ 07963-0900; Fax: (973) 631-5490; Email: cperez@co.morris.nj.us. Please no telephone inquiries.

Added: 11/18/2019

Regional Corporate Food Safety Specialist (Full-time)

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate: Negotiable with impressive salary and bonus structure

Benefits: Paid Vacation, 401K, Health Insurance, Bonus etc.

Contact: ehahr@ehagroup.com

Website: www.ehagroup.com

EHA Consulting Group, Inc. is a comprehensive food safety and public health consulting group with emphasis in the prevention of foodborne diseases. Our mission is to provide our clients with the highest level of consulting, HACCP-based inspectional services and training. Our highly qualified team of consultants is key to this mission. We are looking for qualified individuals with a passion for food safety and environmental health to join our rapidly growing team. Over 35 years, EHA Consulting Group has developed a national and international reputation for assisting companies to prevent foodborne diseases and regulatory compliance through routine inspections, laboratory surveillance, management and employee training.

Multiple positions are available for energetic food safety professionals who are interested in a rewarding career in the private sector of food safety and public health. This is a home-based employment opportunity. Openings are in the Baltimore/Washington/Northern Virginia area, North Carolina (Charlotte Metro area), NYC Metro area, and the Chicago (Midwest Region). The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and within a vast array of foodservice/processing environments is a must. Job duties will include HACCP-based inspections of corporate retail food establishments and commercial food processing plants.

Responsibilities:

• Self-manage quarterly assignments/inspectional list of food safety inspections. Perform HACCP-based food safety inspections. And complete reporting both electronically in applications as well as on tablets
• Capability to perform task-oriented training during inspections to resolve critical observations.
• Collect food and water samples for microbiological analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicant must have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 30 credits in the sciences and a thorough knowledge of food safety and HACCP principles. National/State REHS/RS credential is required. At least 2 years of retail, manufacturing, processing, food safety and/or retail food service/regulatory food safety auditing experience is required. Excellent computer skills with MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Applicant must be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally. Significant overnight travel is required. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Added: 11/07/2019

Field Representative, Health Education (F/T) – Morris County Office of Health Management

The Morris County Office of Health Management has a fulltime opening for a Field Representative, Health Education. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in health education, community health, nursing, or public health is required. A certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential or a baccalaureate degree in one of the aforementioned majors which permits admittance to the CHES examination is preferred. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume via mail, fax, or email to: Carlos Perez, Jr., Ph.D., Health Officer, County of Morris, Office of Health Management, P.O. Box 900, Morristown, NJ 07963-0900; Fax: (973) 631-5490; Email: cperez@co.morris.nj.us .

No telephone inquiries.

Added: 11/07/2019

REGISTERED ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP HEALTH DEPARTMENT.

Posting Date/Closing Date: October 30, 2019 to November 30, 2019.

Salary: $44,000. Increase to $46,500 after successful completion of year one probation period, then, after successful completion of year two probation, increase to $50,000

Job Type: Full time. Location: Randolph Township Health Department, Randolph, NJ Randolph Township is a local health provider municipality seeking a self-motivated individual to perform sanitary inspections and environmental health work including but not limited to, the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, housing, property maintenance and public health laws and rules with the township and it’s recipient communities; conducts inspections, investigations and; performs other duties as required. 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 housing inspectors and lead inspector risk assessors licenses are conditions of employment and must be obtained within one year of appointment. Minimum 1 year local health agency experience. Previous experience in other disciplines may be considered.

Forward salary requirements to: Mark Caputo, Health Officer, Randolph Township, 502 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph, NJ 07869 or mcaputo@randolphnj.org.

Added: 10/28/2019