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HEALTH AGENT - Full Time Position

The Nashoba Associated Boards of Health is a regional health district which serves as the Health Agents for sixteen communities in Northern Worcester and Middlesex counties.

We are currently seeking a Health Agent to join our staff.   The successful candidate will serve as the Health Agent for 2-3 communities and work with those elected Board of Health members. The candidate will perform inspections and conduct investigatory work pertaining to the enforcement of applicable State Sanitary and Environmental codes.

The Health Agent will advise the elected Boards of Health on matters of public and environmental health including, but not limited to: Investigate and respond to complaints relating to unsanitary, dangerous and/or unsafe living conditions and environments, including housing complaints, drinking water/wells and septic systems; respond to general complaints, including nuisances, odors, air quality, solid waste, hazardous waste, etc.

The work environment includes witnessing field testing for subsurface sewage disposal systems and other outdoor activities such as water sample collections.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in public or environmental health science, or a related field; two years of related experience in Public Health or Environmental Health; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; eligible to become a Registered Sanitarian in Massachusetts within a year. Certified Soil Evaluator preferred. 

A preferential candidate for this position will have knowledge of Chapter 2 of the State Sanitary Code, the Housing Code. The District is willing to train a suitable candidate, in lieu of experience.

Knowledge of Environmental and Public Health principles, practices and procedures; Working knowledge of town government operations; Ability to conduct investigations and inspections and prepare necessary reports; Ability to understand and explain applicable laws and regulation relating to environmental and public health matters; Ability to receive and carry out instructions and directions of supervisor; Ability to communicate effectively with others orally, in writing and electronically.

Skill in the use of tact and diplomacy in dealing with others.

Possess a valid driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time, exempt position, grant funded

Salary: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

To Apply: Please submit cover letter and resume using the online application below.

NABH offers full and prorated benefits depending on hours worked.

Benefits Include:

· Medical and Dental insurance

· Life and Accidental Death insurance

· Short-term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

· Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)

· Earned Benefit Time including: vacation, sick, holiday and personal time.

· Membership in Massachusetts State Retirement System

· Deferred Compensation Plan

Compensation: Compensation based on experience and qualifications

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