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University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Assistant Professor.

Position Description:

POSITION:

A tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor is available in the Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences. The department seeks a candidate with expertise in public health committed to teaching excellence and maintaining an active research and service program. This appointment carries an initial two-year probationary appointment beginning with the 2025/2026 academic year.

DUTIES:

Develop and teach a variety of graduate and undergraduate public health courses as needed.
Establish a program of scholarship that includes student collaborators.
Contribute to programmatic operations, departmental efforts, and broader faculty governance activities.
Promote student development and academic achievement through advising, mentoring, and service projects.
Collaborate with faculty, students, and community partners from a wide range of cultural, academic, and professional backgrounds
Actively participate in relevant public health organizations.

DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies has five full-time faculty and is home to the Master of Public Health and two undergraduate majors –Environmental Public Health and Public Health — as well as three minors (Environment, Society and Culture; Environmental Science; and Public Health) and two certificates (undergraduate certificate in Sustainability and Climate Action, graduate certificate in Public Health).

UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire an institution of approximately 9,000 undergraduate students, 700 graduate students, and over 600 instructional faculty, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. In 2022, we were recognized by US News and World Report as the highest-rated public regional university in Wisconsin and in 2024, as the top public regional comprehensive university in undergraduate research and creative projects in the nation. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, well-regarded public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Website: https://www.uwec.edu/job-postings/. You must create an account and login before you can apply. If you have not yet registered, click on the "Click here to Register" link to begin the registration process. If you are already a registered user, input your "Username" and "Password" and select "Login." Click the link to the Public Health and Environmental Studies: Assistant Professor position (Job ID #21275) and then click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application electronically. Your application will not be considered complete until all required documents are attached, and all required fields are completed. Please be sure you have included the following as separate documents in PDF format:

Letter of application
Unofficial graduate school transcripts
Curriculum vita
Single page teaching philosophy statement
Single page statement of research interests and plans
Single page statement to describe present, and/or future contributions to fostering belonging
Full contact information for three references
Please direct requests for additional information to: Dr. Marilyn Gardner, Department of Public Health and Environmental Studies; gardnemm@uwec.edu.

To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by November 3, 2024. However, screening may continue until the position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check.

Employment will also require candidates and references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).

The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit Campus Security and Fire Report: https://www.uwec.edu/sites/default/files/2024-09/2024%20Annual%20Security%20and%20Fire%20Safety%20Report_UW_Eau%20Claire.pdf

UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability employer.

Position Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Earned doctorate in public health or related discipline with an earned MPH. ABD applicants may be considered but must complete the terminal degree by August 17, 2025.
Demonstrated potential to teach undergraduate and graduate public health courses in both online and campus-based settings.
Demonstrated potential for establishing a program of scholarship and publication.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience teaching a broad range of undergraduate and graduate students using high-impact practices.
Experience developing competency-based online and campus-based courses.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of CEPH accreditation standards.
Experience mentoring and/or advising students in their academic and career development.
Experience working in public health.
Demonstrated commitment to values of accessibility, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Position closes on: 2024-11-03

Where to Apply: https://www.uwec.edu/job-postings/21275

Waseca County is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Environmental Health Specialist.

Position Description:

Responsible for managing establishment inspections, healthy housing, and water well programs to ensure compliance with public health laws and regulations and support the health of the community.

Under general supervision of the Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Supervisor in collaboration with Public Health Director/ Community Health Administrator, the Environmental Health Specialist is responsible for scheduling and conducting a variety of mandated inspections, evaluations, and permit review activities to ensure compliance with public health laws and regulations. This role involves inspecting and evaluating facilities such as food establishments, lodging, institutions, childcare centers, recreational camping areas, swimming pools, other related facilities, and housing. The specialist will enforce public health laws and rules to protect and promote the health and safety of the community, consult with industry to determine compliance or corrective action, and work with the public to promote and support healthy housing.

The incumbent exemplifies the characteristics of a collaborative, innovative and resilient work culture and models the appropriate behavior to create and maintain a resilient work culture within the department. The incumbent works in partnership with other employees, departments/divisions, agencies and the public in delivering effective and innovative services.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Physical Science, Chemistry, Environmental Health, or related field
Ability to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Sanitarian within twenty-four (24) months of hire.
Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential duties.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in Environmental Health field.
Current Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian
Experience working with diverse partners
Bilingual – Spanish

Position closes on: 2024-11-15

Where to Apply: https://www.wasecacounty.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=103&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Environmental-Health-Specialist-208

Department of Health and Human Services/ Indian Health Service, Duluth MN Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Environmental Health Specialist.

Position Description:

• Plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive environmental health program on assigned reservations that emphasizes safe water, solid and hazardous waste management, food protection, pool safety, healthy homes, occupational health and safety, safe childcare environments, vector control, community injury prevention, radon gas and institutional health.
• Conduct comprehensive environmental health surveys of all Indian Health Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs and Tribal facilities including schools, day care centers, gaming facilities, health care, etc.
• Build Tribal capacity to manage environmental health hazards in their community by assisting with the development of environmental health and occupational safety policies, procedures, regulations, employee training programs and public education materials.
• Serve as a technical consultant to Tribal program managers and leaders by assisting them with environmental health hazard identification and mitigation.

Position Requirements:

Education
Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below-

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Applying appropriate environmental health codes, standards and best practices when identifying risk factors for necessary mitigation; applying interpersonal skills, writing and verbal communication to teach and gain compliance with environmental health conditions; effectively evaluating and implementing environmental health control measures; planning and administering environmental health work through a risk based process OR 3 years or progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.

Selective Placement FactorIn addition to the minimum requirements, the following Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) is determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this particular position. Applicants who do not meet the selective placement factor are ineligible for further consideration.

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Position closes on: 2024-12-31

Where to Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/808359700

Indian Health Service of Bemidji, MN; Rhinelander, WI Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position: Environmental Health Specialist.

Position Description:

Duties
Conducts comprehensive environmental health surveys of all Indian Health Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs and tribal facilities including schools, head starts, day care centers, gaming facilities, health care, recreational facilities, industrial operations and drug rehabilitation facilities on assigned reservations.

Plans, implements and evaluates a comprehensive environmental health program on assigned reservations that emphasizes safe water, solid and hazardous waste management, food protection, occupational health and safety, vector control, community injury prevention and institutional environmental health.

Builds tribal capacity to manage environmental health hazards in their community by assisting with the development of environmental health and occupational safety policies, procedures, regulations, employee training programs and public education materials.

Position Requirements:

Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Must pass pre-employment examination.
Selectee may be subject to a probationary/trial period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.

You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.

Qualifications
To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):
Individual Occupational Requirements
Education
Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications for GS-05: I have completed a Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree with a major study in an academic field related to the medical field, health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position or plan on completing within 9 months of application. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained.

Minimum Qualifications for GS-07: 1 Year of graduate-level education or within 9 months of completion or superior academic achievement OR 1 Year of Specialized Experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 Grade Level. Specialized Experience is defined as experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples include: Utilizing the environmental health references, guidelines, policies, regulations and precedents in conducting work activity and applying these resources appropriately to specific cases of problems; working with word processing, spreadsheets, database and PowerPoint presentation, statistical analysis, GIS and other software used in the environmental health field; compiling and presenting scientific & public health material to community leaders and the general public in an effective manner and planning and carrying out work activities.

Minimum Qualifications for GS-09: 2 Years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or within 9 months of completion or master's or equivalent graduate degree OR 1 Year of Specialized Experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 Grade Level. Examples include: Conducting environmental health facility surveys, special environmental health investigations, developing effective environmental health training resources and conducting environmental health/injury prevention data analysis are required elements; working knowledge of Environmental Health practices for professional registration from a recognized entity like National Environmental Health Assocation (NEHA); working with the policies and procedures of the Division of Environmental Health Services; utilizing the Environmental Health references, guidelines, policies, regulations, precedents in conducting work activity and applying these resources appropriately to specific cases or problems; and working with word processing, spreadsheets, database and PowerPoint presentation, statistical analysis, GSI and other software used in the environmental health field.

Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Education
This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information
Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement.

Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.

Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a 6 month service agreement will be required.

This position meets the criteria specified in pillar number one of the five pillars of the PHS Commissioned Corps. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps MUST apply online under the merit promotion announcement indicated above in order to receive consideration. For more information on PHS Commissioned Corps, visit the website at: https://www.usphs.gov/.

This position has promotion potential to the GS-09 grade level. Promotion to the next grade level is at management's discretion and is based on your demonstrated ability to perform the higher level duties, the continuing need for the higher level duties, and "Regulatory/Administrative" approval. Promotion to the next higher grade level is not guaranteed and no promise of promotion is implied.

Position closes on: 2024-12-31

Where to Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/793813000