Program Manager III, Public Heath Environmental Services
Description:
Salary: $77,409.00 Annually
Location : Edinburg, TX
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Number: 2025-02870
Department: Hidalgo County - Health Department
Opening Date: 05/05/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Work Hours:: Monday - Friday / 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Status:: External Advertisement
Open Positions:: 01
Advertisement details and/or special instructions:: Please submit resume with application.
Grade:: 17
General Description
Under the immediate supervision of the Director, Department of Health and Human Services and the Assistant Director Department of Health and Human Services, the Program Manager will oversee the day to day management of public health environmental service to include Sanitarian / Health Inspections, OSSF Septic System Inspections, Vector Control, Zoonosis, Animal Control, and TCEQ coordination within Hidalgo County. The position requires is a clear understanding and knowledge of the local, State, and Federal rules and regulations in the specified fields of supervision.
Examples of Work Performed
Assists with development, implementation, and administration of the Environmental Health Programs.
Investigates or oversee investigations on various sanitation / public health concerns which may lead to communicable disease or public health risks and educates the public on personal hygiene various sanitation related topics.
Must have a clear understanding of rules and regulations as governed by TCEQ and the Texas Water Development Board.
Must collaborate with the various County departments and personnel assigned to provide oversight and compliance with the Federal and State required Municipal Storm Water remediation (MS-4) action plan.
Conducts school workshops, disseminates information regarding sanitary methods in eating and drinking establishments, rabies control, swimming pool safety, and communicable disease prevention and control.
Inspects private and semi-private water and rural sewer system installations and operation.
Coordinates soil analysis, water quality, and relate subdivision inspections in coordination with the Planning Department, Fire Marshals, and other related agencies.
Inspects unsanitary conditions within the County which may yield various public health threats and implements action to correct and prevent such threats from occurring. i.e. vector related, zoonosis related illness or concerns.
Documents all environmental health complaints and the outcomes of stated complaints.
May represent the administration on Environmental Health matters in the absence of the Director, Department of Health and Human Services or designee, with proper consent.
Will adhere to all the state and federal guidelines and required by code.
Will be accountable for all supervision and performance of assigned employees.
Will be responsible to review all time sheets, leave request and travel claims and/or county vehicle assigned to staff under your direction.
Regular attendance is required.
All other duties as assigned by the Director, Department of Health and Human Services and/or designee.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field.
Three (3) years of experience in a complex supervisory or managerial capacity.
Three (3) years of experience in inspections, investigations, and environmental sanitation work preferred.
Certificates, Licenses & Registration:
Must possess a Texas DSHS approved OSSF/DR license; Certified in Vector Control and Animal Control.
Must be certified and maintain continuing education hours as required by the state certification board.
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.
Must be able to be insured by County insurance carrier.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work well with others in a respectful and professional manner.
Ability to demonstrate management skills in supervising various employees of different professions and vocational backgrounds.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing complex technical instructions.
May be required to work other than normal hours including weekends and holidays.
Immunization/TB Screening Requirements
Employees may be required to receive immunizations recommended by the ACIP, ACP, and TDH based on anticipated disease exposure (e.g. hepatitis B or rabies vaccines).
TB skin testing maybe required.
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Public Health, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field?
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Do you have three (3) years of experience in a complex supervisory or managerial capacity?
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No
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Do you have three (3) years of experience in inspections, investigations, and environmental sanitation work?
Yes
No
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Do you possess a Texas DSHS approved OSSF/DR license?
Yes
No
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Are you certified in Vector Control and Animal Control?
Yes
No
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Are you willing to maintain your certification by completing the continuing education hours required by the state certification board?
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No
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