Assistant Engineer (Public Health)

The Westchester County Department of Health has an immediate opening for a supporting role as an Assistant Engineer (Public Health). Successful candidates perform public health engineering work relating to wastewater disposal, sanitary sewage systems, individual water supplies, air pollution and solid and hazardous wastes to ensure compliance with Westchester County, New York State Departments of Health and Environmental Conservation regulations for the protection of the public and the environment. While supervision is not a responsibility of this class, the candidate would provide guidance to lower-level engineer and support staff as required. Examples of Work Include but Not Limited to: Conducts on-site inspections and investigations of public water supplies, sewage systems, public and individual wastewater disposal systems, major pollution sources, and solid and hazardous waste sources to verify conformity with local and state regulations, permits, plans and guidelines; Reviews residential, commercial and industrial water supplies, wastewater disposal systems and air pollution control systems to ensure conformance with related regulations and to advise on soil characterization, drainage ability, topography and usable area feasibility; Reviews and evaluates projects, plans and proposals to determine if designs satisfy regulatory standards to protect the public and environment; Prepares written engineering reports outlining investigative findings, recommendations and engineering calculations and criteria; Investigates public health hazard complaints (i.e., sewer main breaks, sewer overflows, unpermitted air pollution sources, waste disposal procedures) and prepares inspection reports of findings; Issues notices-of-violations for non-complying parties and provides expert testimonies; Interprets chemical and bacteriological results of water, sewage, industrial, solid and hazardous waste examinations and air emissions; Instructs local plant operators in water and sewage chemistry and bacteriology as applied in controlling the operations of water works and sewage treatment plants; Assists municipalities and industries in organizing surveys relating to environmental health matters

Requirements:

A Bachelor's Degree• in Engineering and two years of experience where a primary function of the position was engineering in a public health, sanitary, environmental or chemical field.

Substitution:

(1) Current recognition as a Public Health Engineer Trainee or Junior Engineer by a state or political subdivision of the United States may be substituted for one year of the required experience. (2) Thirty credits toward a Master's Degree• in Public Health Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Public Health or Civil Engineering with a sanitary option such as Environmental Engineering or Public Health, may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of New York will be required at time of appointment and maintain same while in the title. Come join our team! Besides a competitive salary, our compensation package includes comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, deferred compensation, paid leave and retirement plan. Please submit a cover letter and resume to DOH-Jobs@westchestercountyny.gov

Important:

Please indicate Assistant Engineer (Public Health) in the subject line of your e-mail. Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer About Westchester County Westchester County, located in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, covers 500 square miles and has a population of just over 1 million. Originally home to Native Americans of the Lenape tribe, it is now a rich mix of diverse cultures and landscapes. The County is a blend of bustling cities, quaint villages, and picturesque towns, as well as open spaces and a network of beautiful parks. Westchester is made up of six cities, 19 towns, and 20 villages. The County is known for its top-notch public schools and high quality of life. It is also an intellectual capital, boasting a highly educated workforce, competitive colleges and universities, Fortune 500 companies, world-changing nonprofits, and cutting-edge research centers. Westchester is led by County Executive Kenneth W. Jenkins, who took office in January 2025 as the tenth County Executive. Focusing on innovation, Jenkins is leveraging technology and fostering business growth to position Westchester as a dynamic and inclusive destination where everyone can thrive. Learn more about Westchester County by visiting www.westchestercountyny.gov

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$90,250.00 - $120,295.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have in Public Health Engineering?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location:

In person