Assistant Health Director – Health Department

Sudbury Senior Citizens, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 82,324 - 108,278; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement savings accounts

Job summary

A municipal health department is seeking an Assistant Health Director to enforce health regulations, oversee public health services, and ensure compliance with laws. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in biology or public health and have at least three years of experience in public health. Required certifications include a Registered Sanitarian and Certified Health Officer in Massachusetts. The full salary range is $82,324 to $108,278, with excellent benefits offered. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to the provided email, with applications open until filled.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, public health or related field.
• At least 3 years experience in public and/or environmental health.
• Certified as a Registered Sanitarian, Soil Evaluator required.

Responsibilities

• Enforce health laws, bylaws and regulations.
• Issue licenses and permits for public health services.
• Oversee public health nursing services and disease reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of sanitation

Understanding of health laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology or public health

Master’s degree in Public Health (preferred)

Tools

Title V Systems Inspector Certification

Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)

Certified Health Officer

Certified Pool Operator

Job description

The Town of Sudbury is seeking an energetic and innovative individual for the position of Assistant Health Director. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Town’s public health programs and enforcement of public health laws and regulations under the direction of the Director of Health and Community Services and the Board of Health.

This position is responsible for enforcing all applicable health laws, bylaws and regulations (including but not limited to: septic systems, lead paint, food, asbestos, hazardous materials, hazardous wastes, semi-public pools and beaches, animals, wells, public and private drinking water quality, air quality, and general health nuisances), issuing licenses and permits, overseeing public health nursing services, communicable diseases investigation and reporting, and overseeing the Town’s Hazardous Waste collection.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as a working knowledge of sanitation and communicable disease; nursing functions and mental health services as they relate to community health and school issues; and a thorough understanding of applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, including Title V of the State Environmental Code.

Typical qualifications for this position include a bachelor’s degree in biology, public health or related field; and at least 3 years of experience in public and/or environmental health, with some supervisory experience preferred, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid driver’s license is required. Must be certified a Registered Sanitarian, Soil Evaluator, and Certified Health Officer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts within 6 months of hire.

Preferred qualifications include a master’s degree in Public Health and relevant experience in a municipal setting. Experience with septic system inspection highly desired. Preferred certifications (in addition to required certifications above): Title V Systems Inspector Certification (SI), Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)/ Certified in Public Health (CPH), Certified Pool Operator (CPO), Certified Professional in Food Safety (CP-FS).

The full salary range for this position is $82,324 to $108,278 (35 hours per week). Starting salary is based on qualifications. Sudbury also offers excellent benefits, including health, dental, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a pension and optional retirement savings accounts.

To apply, email your resume and cover letter [e-mail] . This position is open until filled; apply by 1/20/26 for initial consideration. Contact Human Resources with questions: [e-mail] or 978-639-3348.

The Town of Sudbury is an Affir­mative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.