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Assistant Public Health Engineer Trainee-HELP Program

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under direct supervision, an employee in this class receives training while assisting in the performance of field and office public health engineering work. Work involves the application of engineering skills and knowledge to sanitary engineering projects. Work is performed under the supervision of a Public Health Engineer who assigns, inspects and reviews the work to ensure compliance with the New York State Public Health Law, the New York State Environmental Conservation Law, the New York State Sanitary Code, the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Suffolk County Sanitary Code.

Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

• Makes field inspections of public and private water supplies, sewage treatment and disposal systems, public swimming pools, bathing beaches, toxic and hazardous materials storage facilities and related environmental health projects to assure compliance with local and state ordinances;

• Assists Public Health Engineers on special projects and studies;

• Prepares drafts of engineering reports and correspondence pertinent to environmental health matters;

• Makes inspections of soil tests in connection with proposed realty subdivisions and commercial and industrial buildings;

• Assists in the training of water, sewage plant and swimming pool operators; participates in orientation and training of environmental sanitation personnel.

Benefits For You Now And Your Future

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Pension

• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.

• Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.

Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.

Additional Position Locations: Yaphank, Farmingville, Hauppauge

Additional Position Locations: Yaphank, Farmingville, Hauppauge

Target Salary: $ 61,700 (higher salary possible, commensurate with experience)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in either Engineering or Engineering Technology.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

• At the time of appointment, and during employment in this title, employees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive

Suffolk County's Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

• Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
• We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.