Environmental Consultant - Food, Lodging, Institutions

Environmental Consultant - Food, Lodging, Institutions; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 77,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Environmental Health & Safety Division in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Environmental Consultant to ensure restaurants and lodging facilities meet sanitation and safety standards. The role blends customer service, science, and public health to protect residents and visitors.

You will perform inspections, investigate outbreaks, and educate stakeholders during visits. Candidates should have a degree in health sciences or public health, plus several years of environmental health experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or postgraduate degree from an EHAC-accredited program or equivalent in health sciences
• Minimum three years of experience in environmental health or related field
• FDA standardization required within 18 months of hire
• NC Registered Environmental Health Specialist
• NCDHHS authorizations for Food Lodging Institutions and at least one other authorization
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of food, lodging, and institutional facilities required by state rules and regulations
• Conducts foodborne and communicable disease outbreak investigations
• May inspect swimming pools and tattoo facilities
• Perform emergency response and complaint investigations
• Educate the general public concerning environmental and public health issues

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Prioritization

Education

EHAC accredited degree

Three years experience in environmental health

Public health background

Job description

What You\'ll Be Doing

Join #TeamWake as an Environmental Consultant!

Do you have an extensive knowledge of Environmental Health rules and regulations, and are you looking for a career with excellent benefits? If so, the Food, Lodging, and Institution Section of Wake County Environmental Health & Safety Division would like to meet you!

This is an opportunity to combine customer service skills, science knowledge, and a love of public health to serve the citizens and visitors of Wake County. You will be able to use your skillset to ensure that restaurants and other establishments meet sanitation/safety standards using education, conflict resolution, and enforcement strategies. Education of external and internal stakeholders during inspections and consultative visits will be a highly valued component of your work.

Primary duties include:

• Performs inspections of food, lodging, and institutional facilities required by state rules and regulations
• Conducts foodborne and communicable disease outbreak investigations
• May inspect swimming pools and tattoo facilities
• Perform emergency response and complaint investigations
• Educate the general public concerning environmental and public health issues

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:15pm, some nights, weekends, holidays

About Our Team

At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor\'s or postgraduate degree from a program that is accredited by the National Environmental Health Science and Protection Accreditation Council (EHAC); OR Bachelor\'s or postgraduate degree with a minimum of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in the physical, biological, natural, life, or health sciences; OR Bachelor\'s or postgraduate degree in public health
• Three years of experience in environmental health or related field
• FDA standardization required within 18 months of hire
• NC Registered Environmental Health Specialist
• NCDHHS authorization in Food Lodging Institutions and at least one other authorization
• Any remaining authorizations relevant to the position required within 12 months of hire
• Valid driver\'s license and a \"safe\" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• NC Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)
• NC DHHS authorizations relevant to position (transferable)

How Will We Know You\'re 'The One'?

• Knowledge of local and state regulations governing food and lodging institutions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, manage and coordinate multiple assignments
• Ability to focus on results and quality
• Ability to multi-task

About This Position

Location: WCOBRaleigh, NC 27602

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30am to 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 76,986-107,785

Market Range: 76,986.00 - 138,582.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 10/21/2026

What Makes Wake Great

Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is the proud home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and the two-time Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes, winners in 2006 and 2026. In addition to being Wake County\’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina\’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. Starting in fall 2026, the Wake County Board will have seven commissioners elected by voters in their districts and two at-large commissioners elected by the whole County. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County\’s FY2027 General Fund budget is approximately $2.28 billion, and the County has more than 5,000 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.