Job Openings

Environmental Health Specialist

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position will work as a generalist in multiple Environmental Health Programs
• Conducts soil and site evaluations for the permitting of septic systems and private drinking water wells
• Conduct state mandated inspections and issue permits for retail food establishments, lodging establishments, public swimming pools and spas, tattoo artists, institutions and childcare facilities
• Promote and protect public health through education, inspection, surveillance and enforcement related to North Carolina Public Health Laws and Rules
• Investigation of complaints, reports of foodborne and other communicable illnesses related to establishments as mandated and evaluation of water quality standards
• Childhood lead investigations and reporting

• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Director

Must have ability to work well with the public, have a good understanding of environmental health rules and regulations, have good oral and written communication skills and have basic computer skills.  Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Driver’s License OR the ability to obtain a North Carolina Driver's License within 30 days of employment (if selected for hire). 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  Graduation from a four-year college or university with 30 semester hours of course work in the physical or biological sciences and two (2) years of exposure in Environmental Health; or a four (4) year or Master’s degree in Environmental Health from a program which is accredited by the National Accreditation Council for Environmental Health Curricula of the National Environmental Health Association and one (1) year of experience in Environmental Health.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:  Registered as an Environmental Health Specialist by the N.C. State Board of Environmental Health Specialist Examiners.  Applicants meeting minimum education requirements without being registered may be considered for an intern position.

WORK SCHEDULE:  Monday – Friday / 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

HIRING RANGE: $45,768 with 4% increase at the end of 9-month probationary period 

DEADLINE DATE:  Open until filled

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Complete and submit State Application PD107 along with transcript(s) to Betty Hodges at Caswell County Health Department 189 County Park Rd, Yanceyville, NC 27379

This position is subject to pre-employment screenings. Caswell County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, genetic information, or handicapping condition in employment or the provision of services.

Processing Assistant III

This position provides clerical support for Caswell County Health Department's Home Health Division.  The position serves as the front desk receptionist for the division.   Full Time position with benefits.  Starting Pay:  $24,042 with a 4% increase at the end of 9-month probationary period.

Application Deadline:  Open until filled

Requires State Application PD-107.  For application and job description, please visit: www.caswellnc.us or www.caswellcountync.gov

CASWELL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Occupational Therapist

This PRN position pays $45.00/hour.  It is a PRN position with no benefits and will not exceed 19 hours per week.  Open until filled.

CASWELL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

APPLICATION:

If you are interested in applying for one of the jobs listed above, please download and complete the application below. After downloading the application, it can be opened in a program like Adobe Reader and the blanks can be filled in on the computer and then printed and signed. You may also just print the form and fill it out by hand.  After signing the completed application submit it to:

     Caswell County Health Department

     Personnel Officer

     PO Box 1238

     Yanceyville, NC 27379

     Fax: (336) 694-7030

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Employees who work at least 20 hours a week receive the following benefits. Benefits may be pro-rated for employees who work between 20 and 40 hours a week.

Leave:

  Holidays 11-12 per year (based on state holidays)

  Annual Leave 0-2 Years = 6.64 Hrs/Month (10 d/yr)

     2-5 Years = 8.00 Hrs/Month (12 d/yr)

     5-10 Years = 10.00 Hrs/Month (15 d/yr)

     10-15 Years = 12.00 Hrs/Month (18 d/yr)

     15-20 Years = 14.00 Hrs/Month (21 d/yr)

     20 Year And Up = 16.00 Hrs/Month (24 d/yr)

  Sick Leave All full time employees 8.00 Hrs/Month

  Petty Leave All full time employees 22.00 Hrs/Year

Insurance:

Health Insurance: County pays employee’s health insurance premiums (family coverage is extra). Health insurance coverage starts 30-60 days after hire depending on hire date.

Other Insurance: Various AFLAC, vision and dental policies paid for by employee are available.

Retirement:

State Retirement System: Approximately 6% of salary is deducted from salary and county adds about an additional 6% (vested after 5 years). The actual percentages paid by the employee and county is determined by the state retirement system each year.

401k Plan: Is available but the county does not provide any match

Longevity Bonus:

0-4 Years = 0% of current salary

5-9 Years = 1% of current salary

10-14 Years = 2% of current salary

15-19 Years = 3% of current salary

20 Years – Retirement = 4% of current salary

Mileage Reimbursement Rate:

IRS Rate (Reimbursed montly)

Pay Check Distribution:

Monthly

Hours Of Operation:

8:00-5:00 M-F with an hour for lunch (Some staff work alternate hours)

Probation:

9 mo for pay increase / 2 yr for "career status"

Caswell County Health Department Is An Equal Opportunity Employer.