Department
Environmental Health
Location
Lenoir NC
Position Type
Full-Time
Salary
$46,606.00 - $69,489.00
Date
2025.07.30
Description

• Observes technique and assures proper procedure is maintained by making food and lodging inspections; performs on-site evaluations and issues improvement permits when appropriate; inspects and permits swimming pools and tattoo establishments; insures proper sanitation in daycares through routine inspections; performs lead prevention investigations as needed. Reviews records as necessary.
• Works closely with county attorney on all legal matters pertaining to environmental health.
• Uses appropriate guidelines and resources as well as all state and local public health laws and county ordinances. Must be duly authorized to practice as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist and to enforce state and local sanitation laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Collaborates with other federal, state and local agencies that need the assistance of the health department in meeting their objectives. Works in cooperation with the Caldwell County Board of Health, Board of Commissioners, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, all county agencies and departments, the public school system, civic organizations, EPA, industry and the general public.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the EH Supervisor, EH Program Specialist/ Program Coordinator, Health Director, or other appropriate administrators