Over 20 years in Environmental Health capable of working within a team or independently in an industrial and military environment.
Thorough knowledge of Federal, State and Military health and safety laws, codes and ordinances.
Profound skill in effective oral and written communications.
Responsible for resolving customer complaints and concerns in a timely manner.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Health Technician
Preventive Medicine Department, NMRTC Bremerton
05.2013 - 11.2024
Responsible for and managing medical surveillance and medical event reporting
Conducts routine food and sanitation inspections
Conducts water quality testing
Conducts classes and training on food, water quality, safety and sanitation
Developed educational materials to promote awareness of environmental health issues among the general public and industry professionals.
Addressed public concerns by responding promptly to inquiries, providing accurate information, and offering guidance on environmental health-related issues.
Implemented a comprehensive training program for new employees to ensure consistent quality of inspections and reporting across the department.
Facilitated the development of stronger relationships between the organization and regulatory agencies through open communication and active participation in meetings.
Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by thoroughly inspecting facilities for violations and recommending corrective actions.
Inspected sanitary conditions at public facilities.
Senior Environmental Health Technician - Section Manager
WAMC Department of Preventive Medicine
11.2007 - 02.2013
Supervise 8 soldiers and civilian personnel
Manage certified water lab in accordance with military regulations, EPA, State of NC regulations
Collect and perform bacteriological and chemical analysis of potable water supply, wells, lakes streams and swimming pools
Prepare articles, fact sheet, and presentation to various audiences related to sanitation and safety
Prepare and order supplies for the water lab, office, and food inspections
Responsible for annual inventory of Environmental Health equipment and maintenance
Complete routine health inspections of food establishments and mobile food sale, barber/beauty shops, physical fitness centers, schools, childcare facilities, enforce ordinances, conduct re-inspections, and provide awareness education
Identify hazards and areas of concern during inspections providing recommendations for corrective action and on the spot training as needed
Communicate all finding and recommendations of sanitation and safety inspections to facility managers and employees
Conduct arthropod disease vector surveillance, recommend prevention and control measures per military regulation and EPA guidelines
Assist with inspections on hazardous waste and medical regulated waste sites at the hospital and 11 outlying clinics
Conducts routine pool inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety codes
Conducts classes and training on food and water quality, safety and sanitation
Education
MPH -
American Military (Public) University
04-2024
Bachelors - Environmental Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
11-2018
Skills
Safety training development
Water quality analysis
Chemical handling
Emergency response planning
Pest control management
Occupational health compliance
Data collection and analysis
Public health education
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Environmental inspections
Multitasking
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent communication
Organizational skills
Active listening
Decision-making
Analytical thinking
Professionalism
Data collection
Public speaking
Staff training
Written communication
Data reporting
Professional demeanor
Environmental education
Report preparation
Timeline
Environmental Health Technician
Preventive Medicine Department, NMRTC Bremerton
05.2013 - 11.2024
Senior Environmental Health Technician - Section Manager
Research Fellow, Managing Editor Cochrane Musculoskeletal at Department of Epidemiology & Preventive Medicine, Monash UniversityResearch Fellow, Managing Editor Cochrane Musculoskeletal at Department of Epidemiology & Preventive Medicine, Monash University