Salary: $33.80 - $55.77 Hourly
Location : Gaston County Public Health Department, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 576
Department: HEALTH
Opening Date: 07/21/2025
Closing Date: 7/27/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.

As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.
Description

Gaston County Public Health is committed to protecting, promoting and preserving the health and well-being of all Gaston County residents.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are not all that may be assigned, but are considered essential for an employee to perform.

• Perform site inspections for Improvement, Authorization to Construct, Operation, Repair, and Verification permits within the Onsite Wastewater Program. To issue these permits a number of activities must be performed on the site including but not limited to auger borings 4 to 5 ft, digging pits, soil evaluation, laying out drainfields and taking measurements to lock in the site plan and maintain appropriate setbacks, locationg existing septic systems with a hand probe, measuring elevation and land contour differences with a laser transit. Also, meeting on communicating with owners, buyers, general contractors, setpic contractors, and builders
• Perform site inspections for well construction permits, well grout inspections, well head inspections, and well sampling within the well program. Site inspections require identifying and measuring setbacks on the property or neighboring properties that would affect the placement of a well on the lot, meeting with well drillers to observe well grouts, confirming proper well head construction, and pulling water samples using proper methods to ensure accurate results. Also, meeting and communicating with owners, buyers, general contractors, well drillers, and builders.
• Provide second opinions for difficult sites to fellow employees. Perform QA/QC of well and septic permits issued by fellow employees.
• Carry out Performance Management roles and responsibilities, including identifying and communicating performance improvement opportunities and adjusting performance and practice to achieve established PM goals.
• Maintain proper REHS annual continuing education credits by taking or attending online or in-person classes/conferences.
• Assist in various emergency preparedness activities, such as H1N1, bioterrorism events, or other disease outbreaks. The amount of time worked on preparedness activities will vary based on the duration of the incident. Regular job duties will be assigned to other staff as needed. Some job duties may not be accomplished.

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. Have at least 30 semester physical, biological, natural, life, or health science hours.
• NC REHS and four years of experience in onsite wastewater. Ability to handle difficult situations in the field, problem solve, and remain calm in tense interactions.
• Registered Environmental Health Specialist with the NC State Board of Environmental Health Specialist Examiners and have a valid driver's License. Authorized in onsite wastewater.

Additional Information

The applicant selected must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.
At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Gaston County will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Full-Time employees are eligible for the total compensation package which includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans
  • Pension
  • 401K (with 5% county contribution annually)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounted YMCA Membership

Part-Time employees are eligible for certain benefits as a part of employment with Gaston County such as:

• Pro-Rated Sick and Annual Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Local Government Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Half-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.
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Overall, if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, Gaston County is the place for you.
01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

02

Do you have NC REHS and four years of experience in onsite wastewater?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you registered as an Environmental Health Specialist with the NC State Board of Environmental Health Specialist Examiners?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you authorized for onsite wastewater?

• Yes
• No

Required Question