ORDER NO. 19816
MOTION TO ADOPT JOB DESCRIPTION, AS SUBMITTED
BY DAVID LITKE KERR COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL
HEALTH DIRECTOR, FOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
On this the 10th day of September 1990 came on to be
considered by the Court the new position of Environmental
Health Technician, and the description of said position.
On motion made by Commissioner Holekamp, seconded by
Commissioner Morgan, the Court unanimously approved the
description as submitted by David Litke, Kerr County
Environmental Health Director, and as attached hereto and
made a part hereof.
~P~E of ~ KERR COUNTY
y .~,J ~y ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT
~C 101 Spur 100
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~~„~ o4r~` Kerrville, Texas 78028
(512) 896-5101
MEMORANDUM
To: Commissioners Court
From: David L. Litke ~.~~
Date: September 4, 1990
Subject: New position description, Environmental Health
Technician, Order #19631
At your request is a position description for the subject
position.
If the description meets your approval, I would ask the Court
to approve the document as part of the county personnel
policies.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, TRAINING. AND EXPERIENCE
1. Graduation from a recognized two-year program in an
environmental health field,
2. Or graduation from an applicable military or technical school,
3. Or graduation from an accredited college with a degree in the
basic, natural, agricultural, environmental sciences or any
combination thereof,
4. Or graduation from high school or GED with two years of full-
time employment in environmental health.
Experience and education relating to soils, plants, and water is
preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS. ABILITIES
Knowledge of state statutes and county regulations governing on-
site sewage facilities.
Knowledge of state regulations pertaining to environmental health
such as the Texas Health and Safety Code.
Ability to deal tactfully with the public; work with others;
express ideas clearly and concisely; express balanced judgement
especially in evaluating situations; be self starting and show
initiative; organize work and be attentive to detail.
LICENSES REQUIRED
Valid Texas Drivers License
Designated Representative for On-Site Sewage Facilities
iObtain after starting work)
PHYSICAL
Good health and physical condition to move freely by vehicle and
on foot to locations such as construction sites and on unlevel
terrain.
Employment physical will be required.
7/90
POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Environmental Health Technician
Pay Group 16 ,
FLSA-Non-exempt
DEPARTMENT: Environmental Health
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The technician is selected by and responsible to the environmental
health director. Work involves performing inspections and
investigations in the environmental health field primarily in on-
site sewage disposal and illegal dumping. Work is performed
within established procedures and policies involving sound
judgement and initiative. All aspects of work performed is under
the direct supervision of the director. The technician will
perform other duties as assigned and/or required to maintain
department operations.
CRITICAL JOB ELEMENTS/PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Inspects on-site sewage facilities to ensure compliance with
regulations.
Investigates complaints regarding improper sewage disposal and
illegal dumping.
May investigate and inspect health nuisances or pollution
conditions.
May inspect water wells and water systems.
Conduct inspections to secure corrections and abatement of
complaint conditions and/or regulation violations.
Provides information and promotes education relating to
environmental health through individual contacts and through civic
or other meetings.
Prepares and submits reports on inspection findings. May include
collection, assembly, and analyzing data and/or statistics.
Submits reports and records of work performed.
Performs job duties within requirements established by Kerr County
personnel policies and administrative procedures.
Completes on-going training in the form of courses, meetings,
seminars, ho-nestudy courses, etc., to improve job performances.
COMMISSIONERS' COURT AGENDA REQUEST
' • PEASE FURNISH ONE ORIGINA AND V N OPI OF THIS REQU STAND D M NTS
TO BE REVIEWED BY CIE COURT.
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' IF PERSONNEL MATTER -NAME OF EMPLOYEE:
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Time for submitting this request for Court to assure that the matter is posted In
accordance with Article 6252- 17 is as fol lows:
• Meetings held on second Monday: 12:00 P. M. previous Wednesday
• Meetings held on Thursdays: 5:00 P. M. previous Thursday.
If preferable, Agenda Requests may be made on office stationery with the above
Information attached.
THIS REQUEST RECEIVED BY:
THIS REQUEST RECE IVED ON:

All Agenda Requests well be screened by the County Judge's Off Ice to determine If
adequate Information has been prepared for the Court's formal consideration and action at
time of Court meetings. Your cooperation will be appreciated and contribute towards
your request being addressed at the earliest opportunity.