Larissa Lobos
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
With a robust background at the County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health, I excel in environmental health compliance and public education, demonstrating initiative and strong problem-solving skills. My achievements include leading inspections and educational campaigns, significantly enhancing community safety and environmental standards.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Health Technician
County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health
Baldwin Park, CA
02.2003 - Current
- Reported findings to appropriate agencies and personnel.
- Investigated complaints related to environmental health violations.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding inspections, investigations, and test results.
- Reviewed documents such as public health license applications and health risk assessments.
- Advised facility management on best practices for improving safety and effective standards for rodent-proofing structures on commercial buildings and dwelling properties.
- Educated communities about safe environmental practices.
- Monitored facilities' compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Coordinated activities between multiple stakeholders involved in environmental protection efforts.
- Implemented corrective actions when necessary to ensure that public safety is maintained.
- Maintained records of all inspections, investigations, and other relevant activities conducted by the department.
- Provided information to government representatives, employers and general public groups on issues of public health and environmental protection.
- Performed basic calculations and computer data entry.
Environmental Health Specialist I
County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health
Los Angeles, CA
12.1999 - 12.2002
- Reviewed and evaluated environmental health programs to determine compliance with applicable regulations.
- Conducted inspections of food service establishments, public swimming pools, and other facilities to ensure compliance with local and state laws.
- Investigated complaints regarding potential public health nuisances such as sewage and green pools.
- Provided technical advice on environmental health issues to government agencies and private organizations.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from investigations and inspections.
- Educated the public about safe practices related to public health and sanitation standards.
- Participated in emergency response efforts related to natural disasters or industrial accidents.
- Maintained records of all inspection results and submitted them to appropriate authorities.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on projects involving environmental protection initiatives.
- Ensured that all operations are conducted in accordance with relevant legal requirements.
- Advised managers on best practices for protecting human health from potential hazards in the environment.
Environmental Health Technician
County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health
Van Nuys, CA
09.1998 - 12.1999
- Inspected permitted facilities, such as laundry mats, for signs of unsanitary conditions.
- Investigated complaints related to environmental health violations.
- Prepared detailed reports regarding inspections and investigations.
- Reviewed documents such as public health permit and license applications.
- Educated communities about safe environmental practices.
- Maintained records of all inspections, investigations, and other relevant activities conducted by the department.
- Performed basic calculations and computer data entry.
Student Professional Worker
County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health
Los Angeles, CA
09.1997 - 09.1998
- Provided customer service to faculty and staff by answering questions and resolving issues.
- Maintained accurate records of vaccine inventory at the Southwest Immunization Program office, as well as at the health center county facilities where vaccines are being provided by the Southwest Immunization Program.
- Compiled data reports on auditing students' immunization records, and conducting compliance reviews at schools in relation to the students' immunization records.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to best practices in higher education.
- Managed inventory of supplies used for educational programming activities.
- Utilized software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite for data entry purposes.
- Followed instructions from management to complete tasks according to exact specifications.
- Developed strong oral and written communication skills in working with people of different ages.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Answered office phone to direct inquiries to appropriate individuals.
- Greeted office visitors, provided information, and directed to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified the needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
- Wrote and submitted reports on industry trends, prompting managers to develop business plans.
Education
MBA - Business Administration & Health Care Management
University of Phoenix
Pasadena, CA10-2004
Bachelor of Science - Biology
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA09-1997
Skills
- Public health education
- Environmental policy implementation
- Pest control management
- Data collection and analysis
- Envirnomental Health compliance
- Environmental monitoring
- Spreadsheet preparation
- Administrative assistance
- Verbal and written communication
- Peer tutoring
- Research and analysis
- Business administration
- Initiative and proactivity
- [Number] wpm typing speed
- Fast learner
- Correspondence preparation
- Presentation creation
- Spreadsheet development
- Database management
- Organized and efficient
- Event organization
- File maintenance
- Friendly and professional
- File management
- Clerical support
- Administrative support
- Online research
- Database entry
- Business correspondence
- Expense reporting
- Business communication
- Reception assistance
- Mail handling
- Mail management
- Recordkeeping and confidentiality
- Computer skills
- Technical support
- Problem-solving
- Microsoft proficiency
- Front office support
- Team collaboration
- Documentation and reporting
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Data entry
- Office administration
- Information verification
- Attention to detail
- Event planning
Timeline
Environmental Health Technician
County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health
02.2003 - Current
Environmental Health Specialist I
County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health
12.1999 - 12.2002
Environmental Health Technician
County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health
09.1998 - 12.1999
Student Professional Worker
County Of Los Angeles Department Of Public Health
09.1997 - 09.1998
MBA - Business Administration & Health Care Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Biology
California State University, Los Angeles
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