OVERVIEW ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are recruiting a dedicated Environmental Health Assistant (EHA) to support record management for properties in Halifax County. This role involves searching for existing system records, organizing files, creating folders for data storage, and preparing records for uploading into a centralized database. The position requires independent judgment, attention to detail, and proficiency in managing data to enhance accessibility for staff working with septic and well permits. This Part-Time position starts at $20 per hour and is located in Halifax, VA.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Perform data entry of existing onsite systems and well records from the cloud-based storage location into the Environmental Health Database (EHD).


• Ensure minimal errors when creating EHD address files.


• Upload system records to the 911 addresses created in EHD.


• Create septic files for attaching historical data.


• Retrieve records from the NextRequest system and add them to existing EHD files.


• Use NextRequest to review previous requests and attach them to known 911 addresses.


• Efficiently performs duties as assigned and works as a team within division and company.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Perform data entry of existing onsite systems and well records from the cloud-based storage location into the Environmental Health Database (EHD).


• Ensure minimal errors when creating EHD address files.


• Upload system records to the 911 addresses created in EHD.


• Create septic files for attaching historical data.


• Retrieve records from the NextRequest system and add them to existing EHD files.


• Use Next Request to review previous requests and attach them to 911 addresses.


• Proven, high-quality customer service (internal and external customers).


• Ability to work collaboratively.


• Solid ability to analyze situations carefully and adopt appropriate courses of action.


• Ability to understand and adhere to the duties, methods, and procedures required by the position.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to prioritize tasks.


• An ability to effectively communicate with large and small group audiences.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

·         High school diploma and experience in environmental health.

·         A Valid State Driver’s License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

·         Proficient in basic computer software programs

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 


• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times. 


• Standard hours of work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.


• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.


• You like to make your employer look good.


• You find solutions where others only see problems.


• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.


• You are always aware of the employer’s needs and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.


• You can work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

• Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.


• Medical, dental and vision insurance.


• Medical and dependent flexible spending account.


• Pet insurance.


• Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.


• 401k with a generous employer match.


• Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.


• Paid time off varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.


• Holiday pay varies by contract – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required.  The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position.  Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.