Environmental Health Specialist I

Albuquerque

Friday, 17 April 2026

Inspect, monitor and enforce established health codes, regulations and ordinances within Air Quality - Grant Clearing Division; receive and investigate environmental complaints and conduct surveillance activities for code and regulatory conformance; interpret and disseminate environmental health information to industry, the general public and other agencies; perform a variety of professional and technical tasks in support of Air Quality. . . Essential and Supplemental Functions ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation. Ensure compliance of assigned environmental health areas with applicable laws, rules and regulations related to the provision of environmental health protection and related services. Detect community environmental health hazards based on scientific knowledge and training; develop recommended policies and plans of action. Monitor and independently inspect assigned facilities; issue citations and secure facilities for failure to comply with codes and regulations. Develop survey instruments; conduct surveys and interpret and record survey results; implement program changes in response to results. Receive and investigate environmental complaints relative to assigned areas. Conduct surveillance activities for code and regulatory conformance. Consult with parties failing to meet established codes and regulations; develop, plan and recommend alternative solutions; design, develop and conduct workshops concerning assigned area of responsibility. Review permit applications relative to assigned area; approve or deny the issuance of permits. Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness within assigned area of responsibility. Operate specialized equipment used in monitoring environmental conditions; interpret and apply information obtained. Coordinate assigned environmental health activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies. Research, compile and analyze data; prepare statistical reports using word processing and/or spreadsheets. Review, recommend and follow standard operating procedures. When assigned to Air Quality Programs: Monitor, measure and calculate air emissions of ambient air analyzers and calibration equipment; make compliance determinations as appropriate; calibrate and maintain air pollution monitoring instrumentation and facilities. Conduct audits of various air monitoring systems; provide quality assurance and quality control for all air pollution monitoring equipment and systems. Monitor section compliance efforts with Federal grant requirements; inform supervisor of status of grant commitments. Provide administrative support and enforcement for the City's No Burn program. Maintain and report inventory of assigned assets. SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the assigned field of environmental health. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Use, maintain and monitor electronic database for quality assurance. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, chemistry, mathematics, geology, ecology, biology, public health or a related field; and Four (4) years' experience monitoring and enforcing ordinances, codes or regulations. Experience in monitoring and enforcing environmental ordinances, codes or regulations is preferred. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire. Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire. Possession of OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER and/or refresher training, when training schedules permit. May require National Swimming Pool Certified Pool Operator certification within six (6) months from date of hire depending on position. May require Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Technician certification in Engine Repair or Engine Performance within one (1) year from date of hire depending on position. Working Conditions Environmental:Office, shop or field environment; travel from site to site; possible exposure to inclement weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, smoke, fumes, gases and pathogens carried by insects and/or animals. Physical:Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for climbing ladders, standing, walking and sitting for prolonged periods and medium to heavy lifting and carrying of monitors and equipment. When assigned to the Air Quality Programs:Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for performing field work and wearing a respirator while climbing ladders, standing, walking and sitting for prolonged periods and frequent medium lifting to occasional heavy lifting; participate in the medical monitoring program as per OSHA regulation.

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