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General Statement of Duties

Distinguishing Features of the Class

1. Knowledge of the core functions and essential services of public health, public health principles and disease processes.

2. Knowledge of environmental sciences and environmental public health principles.

3. Basic understanding of environmental public health protection programs, laws, regulations, policies and processes in Montana and Butte-Silver Bow.

4. Knowledge of data collection, analysis and interpretation techniques.

5. Knowledge of federal, Montana and local environmental regulations applicable to a practitioner in a local public health agency.

6. Knowledge of code enforcement techniques and evidence gathering.

7. Knowledge of safety procedures for handling hazardous materials.

8. Knowledge of regulatory and technical monitoring and investigation methods.

9. Knowledge of valid sample procedures and protocol.

10. Demonstrates basic mathematical calculations.

11. Demonstrates effective written and oral communications, including conveying technical information to non-technical community members.

12. Demonstrates ability to interpret and apply public health protection regulations.

13. Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques and their applications.

14. Demonstrates ability to work independently and in teams.

15. Demonstrates basic knowledge and use of computerized data management systems.

16. Demonstrates knowledge of and use of field equipment.

17. Knowledge of emergency preparedness, at home, work and in the community.

18. Knowledge of incident command structure and its use.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the core functions and essential services of public health.

• Thorough knowledge of all food services and food establishment rules and regulations including standards for construction and operation of food service facilities.

• Thorough knowledge of all other public health, safety, and nuisance laws, rules and regulations, as issued by federal, state and local agencies.

• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local environmental laws, rules and regulations.

• Thorough knowledge of state and local housing and related laws, rules and regulations.

• Thorough knowledge of chemistry and bacteriology.

• Skill in public speaking.

• Ability to communicate well with property owners, business owners, architects, contractors, subcontractors, public officials, and the general public to secure

• compliance with appropriate public health and safety codes, laws, ordinances, and rules and regulations.

• Ability to read and interpret building plans and blueprints.

• Ability to operate machines and equipment used in various environmental sampling and testing procedures.

• Ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.

• Ability to operate a personal computer using standard word processing, database and spreadsheet applications appropriate to assigned duties.

• Ability to use logical thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and oral instructions.

• Ability to perform a wide variety of difficult technical tasks with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

• Ability to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information.

• Ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of tasks assigned.

• Knowledge of population-based health status indicators, determinants of health and illness, factors contributing to health promotion and disease prevention, and

• factors influencing the use of health services.

• Knowledge of relevant OSHA standards.

• Knowledge of current epidemiological data analysis and surveillance methods used in the management of communicable and infectious disease.

• Knowledge of group processes, including facilitation, collaboration, negotiation and conflict resolution.

• Knowledge of research techniques and principles, as well as quality assurance/improvement systems.

• Knowledge of data collection, analysis and interpretation techniques.

• Knowledge of emergency preparedness, at home, work and in the community.

• Knowledge of incident command structure and its use. .

• Demonstrates ability to maintain working relationships with diverse populations and cultures; ability to engage clients and families in a care plan.

• Demonstrates communication skills (oral and written).

• Demonstrates knowledge of the leadership skills required to delegate tasks, coordinate patient and family care, and mobilize community resources.

• Must be able to be fitted and wear NIOSH 95 mask
• Engage in the following movements: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, feeling and writing and repetitive motions.
• Exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Hearing ability sufficient enough to communicate with others effectively in person and over the phone.
• Visual ability must be sufficient enough to read typewritten documents and computer screens and drive a vehicle.

Acceptable Experience and Training

Required Special Qualifications

• Must be a resident of Butte-Silver Bow during employment, according to Butte-Silver Bow Ordinance: “2.08.010 Residence during employment. From and after October 1, 1979, all employees of the local government of Butte-Silver Bow shall be bona fide residents within the boundaries of Butte-Silver Bow during the period of their employment by the government of Butte-Silver Bow. (Ord. 85 § 1, 1979)”
• Must have the ability to pass the National Registered Sanitarian/Environmental Health Specialist exam within six months of employment.
• The ability to complete the requirements for the FDA National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standard No. 2 “Trained Regulatory Staff.”
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to meet changing conditions with ease and to learn new duties, methods and procedures.
• Appearance: Maintains neatness, appropriateness of dress and hygiene per dress code.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Ability to be on time for work and attend mandatory meetings/in-services.
• Communication: Ability to convey ideas and information in both oral and written forms; ability to provide information on a timely basis that is concise and easily understood by others; legibility and accuracy of documentation.
• Cooperation: Attitude toward work and the spirit in which assignments are accepted, inter-disciplinary team functioning, ability to work with others of same or different discipline, and contributions as a team player.
• Courtesy: Ability to cooperate with others to get the job done; courtesy toward clients, visitors, co-workers and peers.
• Dependability/Accountability: Degree to which employee accepts responsibility for defined duties; participates in planning for coverage during absences and follows through with agreed-upon tasks and goals within agreed-upon time frames.
• Energy: Enthusiasm for work, degree of commitment to organization philosophy.
• Initiative: Ability to be self-starter, demonstrates creativity and offers constructive suggestions/solutions for problem-solving, and performs well independently.
• Judgment: The degree to which the proper number of facts, commensurate with the problem, is gathered before a decision is made, ability to use discretion and reasoning in problem-solving, appropriateness of decisions.
• Planning/Organization: Ability to identify issues, set priorities, act efficiently and use resources.
• Professionalism: Ability to maintain stable performance and behavior when faced with opposition, pressure and/or stressful conditions; ability to demonstrate a non-judgmental attitude and acceptance of patients whose moral, religious or cultural beliefs differ from one’s own; adherence to agency policies and procedures; can independently resolve interpersonal conflicts and uses proper chain of command; exhibits discretion and maintains patient confidentiality while discussing patient information only with those directly involved with the patient’s care and welfare.
• Productivity: Ability to meet organization’s expectations regarding performance in job area; ability to manage time efficiently.
• Technical Skills: Maintains and applies the knowledge and technical skills necessary to fulfill the position requirements per skills” inventory self-assessment and professional staff competence assessment (if applicable).
• Use of Time: Uses work time appropriately for the job; not for personal business.

• Low-cost health insurance plan with dental and vision coverage for employees and dependants
• No-cost life insurance,
• A confidential and free employee assistance program
• Retirement savings accounts
• Permanent employees accrue vacation leave, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Voluntary supplemental coverages
• Dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Medical flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts