Environmental Health Assistant - Seasonal

Environmental Health Assistant - Seasonal *NOTE: Interviews will be conducted February 2027 Hiring Rate: $20.00/hour

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About Us At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County Public Health become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a healthier world for all. As a member of the Mecklenburg County Public Health team, you will become a subject matter expert in the public health field. The CDC foundation explains that “Public health is the science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities. This work is achieved by promoting health lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious disease”. Come be a part of Mecklenburg County’s Public Health department’s vision to “assure the health and safety of our diverse and changing community today and for future generations.”

Position Summary Assesses environmental conditions and conducts abatement measures as necessary. This position, under direct supervision, supports the Public Health Department and its efforts to ensure regulatory compliance throughout Mecklenburg County.

These positions will be surveying known mosquito breeding sites for activity and treating as necessary. Applicants will receive training to acquire needed skills and knowledge to successfully perform tasks required.

Essential Functions -Conduct and perform field investigations to assess environmental conditions -Educate, guide, and direct property owners and residents on compliance with applicable laws and regulations -Participate in neighborhood educational campaigns and surveys -Perform control strategies as related to their environmental specialty -Compile and develop educational information to individuals and organizations

Minimum Qualifications Experience: -No experience required

Education: -High School Diploma or equivalent

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications -Will require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License -Must obtain and maintain a valid Mecklenburg County Vehicle Operator’s Permit -Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required

Preferred Qualifications -Currently enrolled in a post-secondary physical or biological sciences program -Public Health/Environmental Health program enrollment.