Environmental Health Division Lead & Asst Director

City of Norwalk; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Norwalk seeks a seasoned Environmental Health Director to lead the Environmental Health division, ensuring a comprehensive public health program compliant with codes and statutes. The role includes administrative leadership, fiscal duties, and supervising inspectors, with acting Director responsibilities as needed.

Candidate will oversee lead programs, vector/water quality efforts, emergency planning, and interdepartmental coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of professional experience in a governmental public health organization
• Experience investigating, assessing, or controlling environmental issues or hazards
• Ability to supervise inspectors and support staff; strong communication
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal health codes and ordinances

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative oversight and leadership for the Environmental Health division
• Develops and evaluates a comprehensive environmental public health program
• Oversees budget development and monitoring; prepares reports
• Represents the Director in liaison with community, state agencies, and departments

Skills

Environmental health knowledge

Leadership

Codes and regulations

Inspection supervision

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Quality improvement

Climate-health knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health

Master of Public Health (MPH)

Tools

RS/REHS license

Food service inspection certification

Phase I & II Sub Surface Sewage Disposal

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

City of Norwalk seeks a seasoned Environmental Health Director to lead the Environmental Health division, ensuring a comprehensive public health program compliant with codes and statutes. The role includes administrative leadership, fiscal duties, and supervising inspectors, with acting Director responsibilities as needed.

Candidate will oversee lead programs, vector/water quality efforts, emergency planning, and interdepartmental coordination.