Schools Plan Review Coordinator

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Posted: Jan. 3, 2023
| Application Deadline:
Jan. 19, 2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Title
Schools Plan Review Coordinator (PHA3)
Washington State Department of Health
Division of Environmental Public Health
Tumwater
SALARY
: $5,777.00 - $6,260.00 Monthly
About NCSL The Department of Health
The vision of the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is equity and optimal health for all. Our mission is to work with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state. Learn more about the DOH Transformational Plan
Our Values
Good organizations know what they do and how they do it. Great organizations also understand why they do it. Our values encompass the following:
Human-centered: We see others as people who matter like we do and take into account their needs, challenges, contributions, and objectives.
Equity: We are committed to fairness and justice to ensure access to services, programs, opportunities, and information for all.
Collaboration: We seek partnership and collaboration to maximize our collective impact. We cannot achieve our vision alone.
Seven Generations: Inspired by Native American culture, we seek wisdom from those who came before us to ensure our current work protects those who will come after us.
Excellence: We strive to demonstrate best practices, high performance, and compelling value in our work every day.
The Washington State Department of Health acknowledges that our locations statewide are on the homelands of Native people, who have lived in this region from time immemorial. Currently, within the boundaries of Washington State, there are 36 tribes, 29 of which are federally recognized, that share traditional homelands and waterways in what is now Washington State. Some of these are nations and confederacies that represent multiple tribes or bands. We express our most profound respect for and gratitude toward these original and current caretakers of the region. As a public health agency, we acknowledge our responsibility to establish and maintain relationships with these tribes and Native peoples, in support of tribal sovereignty and the inclusion of their voices in public health programs and policies. We pledge that these relationships will consist of mutual trust, respect, and reciprocity.
General Description
This is a full-time, permanent Public Health Advisor 3 (PHA3) position located within the Division of Environmental Public Health. Supporting the OEHS mission as a Schools Plan Review Coordinator and technical specialist for the School Environmental Health Program.
The incumbent may be located anywhere within the State of Washington. Telework (mobile work) is expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting to the Tumwater duty station for work activities. This would need to be a conversation between the hiring supervisor and the incumbent.
The Department of Health (DOH) works to protect and improve the health of people in Washington State. The mission of the Office of Environmental Health & Safety (OEHS) is to improve the health of people in Washington State by reducing and preventing, where possible, human exposures to a variety of environmental hazards and disease pathogens associated with the disposal of wastewater, the food we eat, the schools our children attend, and the places we recreate and overnight.
The School Environmental Health and Safety and Indoor Air Quality Program works with Local Health Jurisdictions (LHJs), public school districts, the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, private schools, various state agencies, non-profit organizations, and the public to promote environmental health and safety rules and guidelines into school facility designs, operation, and maintenance. The program also provides support for the implementation of the State Board of Health School Rule, Chapter 246-366 WAC
. Technical areas include controlling asthma triggers, science labs, art, shop safety, hazardous waste management, injury prevention, playground safety, ventilation, emergency response, communicable and vector-borne disease control, animals in schools, integrated pest management, cleaning and disinfection for health and safety, general safety, noise control, and lighting.
Duties
Serving as a Schools Plan Review Coordinator Providing technical assistance, plan review, rule interpretation, and consultative services to state and local public health, safety professionals, and the public to protect health through accurate and consistent best practices.
Consulting with the management and staff of local health, industry, state agencies, and professional associations to identify needs so program activities and resources are properly prioritized. Standardizing local health school program leads to promote inspection skills and consistency for plan reviews.
Consulting regularly with co-workers and supervisor to ensure the agency's school safety messages are consistent and cohesive.
Routinely visiting local health jurisdictions (LHJs) to meet with management and staff, as appropriate, to discuss program status, plan review inspections, and needs.
Developing guidance documents and training materials with support from the Program Manager. Researching, developing, and updating technical guidance and training materials on school facility construction, design, and maintenance.
Reviewing existing training materials to ensure they have and meet program objectives.
Consulting regularly with program staff, Program Manager, and supervisor to ensure the materials are accurate and consistent with rules and guidelines.
Providing support and developing and presenting classroom and virtual training on contemporary laws, rules, issues, policies, and practices to a wide variety of industry, regulatory, and association audiences. Providing support in field training on plan review and inspection techniques to LHJ staff and others.
Who We’re Looking For
Our ideal candidate has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understands how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. Our ideal candidate is outward even when confronted with others who are not open or collaborative. They demonstrate resilience to model outward behaviors even when stressed or tired.
Required Qualifications
Option 1: Four (4) years of experience in environmental health, environmental science, or an allied field.
OR
Option 2: A bachelor’s degree in environmental health, environmental science, or an allied field. AND 2 years of experience interpreting rules and regulations regarding public health and environmental standards.
AND
Two years of experience in the following:
Conducting inspections and interacting with public health regulations and statutes to provide technical assistance regarding safety hazards or issues to various stakeholders.
Conducting plan reviews and writing comprehensive reports.
Developing and presenting training and educational outreach on broad scope subjects and stakeholders.
Participating in the development of school safety guidance, best practices, policies, or rules regarding environmental public health hazards or issues.
Core Competencies
Communication: able to express themselves clearly and succinctly orally and in writing.
Leadership: demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with local, state and federal partners on a variety of school safety issues and concerns.
Workload management: able to determine appropriate priorities and manage workload effectively with minimal oversight.
Achievement Orientation: demonstrates an on-going commitment to learning and self-improvement.
Technical knowledge: demonstrates the ability to interpret and apply a variety of laws, standards and procedures related to school safety.
Interpersonal Skills: works effectively in a variety of situations with people of diverse backgrounds and differing opinions.
Analysis and problem-solving: demonstrates the use of good judgment in decision-making; can analyze complex information and situations and provide well thought out recommendations
Benefits
Washington is America's Top State, according to U.S. News (2021)
, and provides one of the most competitive and offers one of the most competitive benefits package
in the nation that is designed to meet the needs of you and your family.
We also offer the following:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for many positions.
Growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, access to healthy food, and fitness classes.
Opportunities to serve your community through meaningful work.
A commitment to diversity and inclusion that fosters an inclusive environment encouraging all employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
An Infant at Work Program based on the long-term health values of breastfeeding newborns and infant-parent bonding.
Employee resource groups that provide forums for employees to gather and share ideas about matters that affect their personal and professional lives and support career development.
Tumwater is a vibrant city just south of Olympia, the state's capital, with a small-town feel conveniently situated in the Puget Sound area between Seattle and Portland. The rugged Olympic Mountains rise in the distance, and Mount Rainier seems close enough to touch on a clear day. Tumwater enjoys the benefits of an engaged and educated community and a well-supported school system, with two universities and a community college within a ten-mile radius.
Tumwater is located in Thurston County, Washington, homelands of the Coast Salish Peoples, including those recognized today as the Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation, and the Nisqually and Squaxin Indian Tribes. We acknowledge their presence here since time immemorial and recognize their continuing connection to the land, to the water, and to their ancestors.
Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions
All employees engaging in work for the Department of Health are required to be fully vaccinated before their hire date. Proof of vaccination will be verified by the Office of Human Resources after an employment offer has been extended.
This position requires an onsite/in-person presence. I understand that a medical or religious exemption to the vaccine requirement cannot be accommodated at this time. Please reach out to ****
if you have any questions.
With or without an accommodation, I am willing and able to:
Legally operate a state or privately owned vehicle or provide alternative transportation.
Work Monday – Friday, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., but willing to adjust the work schedule to meet business needs.
Occasionally work more than 40 hours per week and/or to adjust normally scheduled hours, which may include evening and weekends.
Travel to meetings, training, and filed investigations, sometimes beyond normal work hours.
If you have questions, need alternative formats, or other assistance please contact Andrea Thieme at ****
or (360) 918-6601. **** or 7-1-1. Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can't log in, password or email issues, error messages).
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Application Process
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to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:
A cover letter (without any personal pictures), describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
A current resume (without any personal pictures).
Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.
Please do not attach any letters of recommendation or other documents not requested above.
Important Note: Do not attach documents that contain a photo or private information (social security number, year of birth, transcripts, etc.) or documents that are password protected. These documents will not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and year of birth.
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is an equal opportunity employer.
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