Public Health Specialist | University of Michigan - Ann Arbor Job at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, MI

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  • University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
  • Ann Arbor, MI

Job Description

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

The University of Michigan Department of Environment, Health & Safety is seeking a Public Health Specialist to assist with campus activities including: food service licensing, inspections, and education; public swimming pool licensing and inspections; water quality complaint investigations; communicable disease investigations; and pesticide storage audits.

  • Inspect establishments and evaluate compliance with public health, safety and environmental regulations and codes.
  • Advise campus partners on public health issues and steps needed to achieve compliance and mitigate hazards.
  • Investigate and evaluate complaints and public health nuisances.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and county laws, rules, and regulations to protect public health and the environment.
  • Provide environmental health education to individuals and groups.
  • Prepare and present written reports.
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry or a related field
  • Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator's License required
  • Knowledge of bacteriology, and chemistry applicable to environmental health problems
  • Good communication skills
  • Good problem solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Ability to work well in a team environment

Facilities and Operations (F&O) seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to sustain the excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

F&O is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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