Entry-Level Environmental Health Specialist

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Virginia is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist I for Crater Health District. The role supports on-site and food programs across Greensville, Emporia, Surry, Sussex and surrounding areas.

You will work under supervision initially, perform environmental health duties, complete trainings for credentialing, and may advance to EHS II upon demonstrated competency. Travel is required, and a state driver’s license is necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience communicating effectively with the public and partners.
• Experience presenting educational programs to adults.
• General knowledge of biology, chemistry, or math related to environmental health.
• Ability to interpret scientific, technical, and legal documents.
• Willingness to complete required trainings and credentialing within stated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry- to journey-level environmental health duties in on-site soils, food, and related programs.
• Travel throughout the Crater Health District as needed to conduct inspections and investigations.
• Assist in maintaining regulatory documentation and reporting for environmental health activities.

Skills

Public communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Science literacy

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Virginia is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist I for Crater Health District. The role supports on-site and food programs across Greensville, Emporia, Surry, Sussex and surrounding areas.

You will work under supervision initially, perform environmental health duties, complete trainings for credentialing, and may advance to EHS II upon demonstrated competency. Travel is required, and a state driver’s license is necessary.