Environmental Health Supervisor; Solid Waste

The Napa Valley

Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.

The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.

As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values:
Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE.

The Department of Planning, Building, & Environmental Services (PBES) partners with the community to promote the health and safety and sustainability of Napa County by providing a range of development services while balancing agricultural, environmental, and economic vitality. As a member of PBES you will work alongside employees from the following divisions:
Building, Code Enforcement, Engineering, Environmental Health, Natural Resources, Parks, Planning, and Staff Services.

Learn more about PBES HERE.

The Environmental Health Division is responsible for implementation of State and local programs with the goal of protecting public health, including permitting and inspections of retail food facilities, public pools, employee housing camps, mobile home parks, small water systems, on-site wastewater systems, wells, groundwater permits, facilities that possess and store hazardous materials, underground or above ground storage tanks. Environmental Health staff also provide emergency response support and oversight of cleanup of sewage and hazardous materials releases.

Staff work under the authority of the County Public Health Officer to respond to health emergencies.

Napa County is hiring an Environmental Health Supervisor for the Solid Waste Program. Under general direction the Solid Waste Program supervisor plans, coordinates, implements, and oversees the solid waste programs, including the Local Enforcement Agency (LEA), medical waste, body art, waste tire grant implementation and related projects and initiatives; directs, coordinates, and monitors the work of assigned staff, consultants, vendors, and contractors;

and performs a variety of professional, administrative, and programmatic work in support of assigned programs including serving as a liaison to, coordinating with, and providing high level administrative support and staff assistance to County staff, boards, committees, and outside agencies. This position serves as manager of the Local Enforcement Agency.

• Has a vast knowledge of local, state, and federal waste management regulations to ensure compliance with applicable laws and mandates.
• Is experienced in budgeting and financial management with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Accela.
• Ability to navigate a fluid landscape and communicate effectively with staff and management.
• Willing to lead the implementation of new health and safety guidelines across all areas under their purview.
• Determined to motivate, inspire, and encourage staff in a collaborative culture for team success.
• Strives for transparency and models accountability by serving the community and instilling strong customer service values within the team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for preparing detailed permit applications, reports and providing policy recommendations.

Experience and

Education:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible experience in the field of environmental health and safety regulation and enforcement.

NOTE:

Possession of a master's degree in Public Health, Environmental Health or other basic sciences may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Health, Environmental Health, or other basic science, which includes courses in land use, solid waste management, occupational health and/or toxic substances.

License or Certificate*: Possession of a valid certificate as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California Department of Public Health.

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

* Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active…