ENVIRONMENTAL INVESTIGATOR II

Applications Accepted From: All Persons Interested Division: BPCP - Bureau Pollution Control and Prevention Section: Apartment Compliance Program Location: 7411 Park Place Blvd Workdays/ Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.* Subject to change* DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Houston Health Department (HHD) Bureau of Pollution Control is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Environmental Investigator II, to perform thefollowing duties:• This is a field position 95% of the time. • Inspects and takes lead in various establishments or locations to investigate Apartment Complexes. • Respond to complaints relating to water intrusion, odors, pest infestation, health code, and other minimum standards issues. • City health ordinances and recommends corrective action; performs follow-up inspections; issues warnings or citations. • Must cross train new staff and may conduct inspections in Clean Rivers, Bio Watch, and Complaints. • Participate in special projects and initiatives as needed. WORKING CONDITIONS: There are occasional exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve infrequent exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns. PHYSICAL SKILL: Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances. PHYSICAL EFFORT: The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSRequires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Health Engineering or a closely related degree. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS One (1) year of pollution/environmental control experience are required. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**