Entry-Level Environmental Health Specialist

Tennessee Department of Health; Sevierville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Department of Health is seeking an entry-level Environmental Health Specialist to learn and perform environmental health compliance, inspection, and enforcement duties within the state’s health division.

The role involves training over a two-year period, with potential reclassification after successful completion. Responsibilities include inspections of food service, hotels, pools, and child care facilities, plus responding to public health emergencies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's with 30 sem hrs in biology/chemistry/environmental science.
• Substitution: experience in environmental enforcement may substitute for education up to four years.
• Must have a valid driver's license; transcripts required for proper evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Investigates potential rabies exposures and manages rabies tag distribution.
• Conducts environmental health assessments and inspections in various programs.
• Ensures compliance with state environmental health standards and regulations.
• Responds to emergencies affecting public infrastructure and provides health guidance.

Skills

Decision Quality

Communicates Effectively

Situational Adaptability

Interpersonal Savvy

Active Learning

Reading Comprehension

Time Management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree with 30 semester hours in biology/chemistry/environmental science

Tools

Mobile Device

Computer

Pool Test Kit

Thermocouple

Scanner/Printer

Job description

Tennessee Department of Health is seeking an entry-level Environmental Health Specialist to learn and perform environmental health compliance, inspection, and enforcement duties within the state’s health division.

The role involves training over a two-year period, with potential reclassification after successful completion. Responsibilities include inspections of food service, hotels, pools, and child care facilities, plus responding to public health emergencies.