Registered Environmental Health Specialist

The Kenton-Hardin Health Department is seeking a qualified Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) to support the Food Safety Program and perform additional environmental health duties as assigned. This position protects public health through: Inspection Education Enforcement Investigation Collaboration Work involves engaging with: Regulated facilities Partner agencies The public throughout Hardin County Primary Essential Functions and Duties Conduct inspections including: Routine inspections Follow-up inspections Complaint investigations Pre-licensing inspections Risk-based inspections Other regulated facility inspections Ensure compliance with: Ohio laws and administrative rules Local health department policies Educate food service operators, managers, and staff on: Ohio Uniform Food Safety Code Safe food handling practices

Investigate:

Food-related complaints Foodborne illness cases Outbreak situations Related documentation and response efforts Review and evaluate: Plans and applications Operational procedures Environmental health program materials Prepare and maintain: Inspection reports Correspondence Enforcement documentation Accurate records using department systems Interpret and enforce public health regulations: Conduct enforcement actions when necessary Communicate corrective actions clearly Provide professional communication with: General public Business owners Partner agencies Perform additional environmental health duties, including: Inspections in other program areas Complaint investigations Consultations Public health nuisance response Fieldwork Participate in: Required training and continuing education Program meetings Quality improvement activities

Maintain:

Confidentiality Professionalism Strong working relationships Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in: Environmental Health or Related field qualifying for

REHS or REHS-in-Training Prefer:

Experience in

Food Safety Program Requirements:

Must obtain and maintain REHS registration and licensure Valid State of Ohio driver's license Acceptable driving record Equal Opportunity Employer The Kenton-Hardin Health Department does not discriminate based on: Race Color Religion Sex (including pregnancy or gender identity) National origin Political affiliation Sexual orientation Marital status Disability Genetic information Age Membership in an employee organization Retaliation Parental status Military service Any other non-merit factor

Pay:

$23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person