This position will work primarily with the noncommunity water supply and is heavily administrative in nature. The selected candidate will need to become proficient with EGLE software SDWIS (Safe Drinking Water Information System) and SWIFT (Safe Water Information Field Tool) in addition to conducting field surveys in facilities to ensure compliance with Federal and State rules and laws. Initially, travel to the Gaylord office will also be necessary on a weekly basis.
In addition to the primary responsibilities listed below, the selected candidate would perform other Sanitarian duties when needed.
Primary responsibilities include –
- Maintain and update Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)/Safe Water Information Field Tool Databases (SWIFT)
- Maintain and update physical files
- Survey Entry (SWIFT)
- Ensure certified operator compliance
- Issue annual/seasonal letters
- Create yearly updated monitoring schedules for all facilities
- Issue reminder notices and phone call reminders
- Provide and assist in quarterly reporting
- Enter samples into databases
- Manage sampling contracts
Requirements for the position include possession of a bachelor’s degree, with a preferred major on Environmental Health, Science, Engineering, or related field, and one to three years of expansive work experience.
This position can be located in any of our four counties, but training (up to a year) will take place in Gaylord. Frequent travel to Gaylord after training is also required.
EXTERNAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - Interested and qualified applicants should -
- Visit our website www.nwhealth.org for more information on public health
- Click on the Careers tab to download a HDNW job application
- Submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) fully completed HDNW job application to careers@nwhealth.org
***All three items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.***
This position will remain open until filled. Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.