Environmental Healthy Homes Representative

Environmental Healthy Homes Representative

Salary

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Location

John C. Murphy Health Clinic, 6121 North Hanley, Berkeley Mo. 63134, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00316

Department

Public Health - Healthy Homes

Opening Date

08/31/2026

Closing Date

9/10/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

The Healthy Homes Environmental Representative must possess a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of Environmental Public Health as they pertain to the healthy homes concept, lead poisoning prevention, and in-home asthma assessments. Under contract with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the position conducts annual and follow-up inspections, complaint and/or special circumstance investigations of child care and lodging facilities to ensure compliance with health and safety codes and local ordinances.

The position also provides family consultation services on asthma management methods and conducts in-home environmental assessments to identify family-actionable items to reduce asthma triggers. In addition, the position may assist staff in conducting lead risk assessments and recommending proper lead abatement.

The starting salary is $24.50 hourly depending upon the candidates qualifications as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.

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Examples of Duties

Enforce health and safety codes by inspecting child care and lodging facilities to ensure compliance with local and state regulations. Conduct re-inspections and follow-up investigations as necessary.

Perform in-home asthma assessments to identify asthma triggers and educate the family on asthma management methods.

May assist with lead risk assessments using portable lead detection equipment and indoor air quality instruments.

Perform necessary tests and measurements. Consult with property owners/managers regarding the nature and purpose of the inspection(s).

Document and maintain records of inspection/risk assessment activities. Provide quality reports and summarize inspection findings.

Provide case management in response to a childs elevated blood lead level and enters data utilizing the state data management system.

Test surfaces for lead paint hazards using an x-ray fluorescence analyzer and collect consumer products, dust, soil and water for lead and monitor test results.

Prepare and generate reports and review, process, or prepare documents relating to projects, contracts, and/or grants.

Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent to a Bachelors Degree in environmental science, engineering, mathematics, chemistry, a natural science or a related field and two years of related experience.

Possession of a valid Drivers License.

Additional Information

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicants education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicants earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

St. Louis County

Division of Personnel, 7th Floor

Clayton, MO 63105

(314) 615-5429

Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Fax: (314) 615-7703

www.stlouiscountymo.gov

St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.

In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.

Please click https://stlouiscountymo.gov/saint-louis-county-missouri-careers/competitive-benefits/to view all of our benefits.

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Do you have a Bachelors Degree in environmental health, or related field which includes at least 30 credit hours in science? Name school and dates attended.

02

Explain any experience conducting inspections/audits for a public health agency, if any?

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Are you a Registered Environmental Health Specialist?

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Did you read and understand the working and physical requirements of this position?

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Do you have a valid drivers license and proof of car insurance?

Required Question

Employer St. Louis County

Address 41 South Central

7th Floor

St. Louis, Missouri, 63105

Phone 314-615-5429

Website http://www.stlouiscountymo.gov