Environmental Health Specialist

Austin Community College; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Personal Days

Credentials and Membership Paid

Job summary

A local public health department is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist responsible for ensuring community health and safety. You will conduct inspections, enforce regulations, and assist in public health initiatives. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and various certifications. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously, contributing to a healthier community. Competitive benefits and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Sanitarian (RS) or Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS).
• Possess a valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Additional certifications (CPO or CFSM) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental health inspections and enforcement actions.
• Ensure program compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collect and analyze samples for testing and maintain documentation.
• Provide technical assistance and education to staff.
• Investigate public complaints and provide emergency response.
• Collaborate with departmental and community partners.

Skills

Knowledge of environmental health principles

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Investigative skills

Ability to enforce regulations tactfully

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, sciences, or engineering

Associate’s degree in environmental health or related field with 2 years of experience

Job description

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Safeguard the spaces where people live, work, and gather.

Public health starts with a safe environment, and your work will help make that possible every day. As an Environmental Health Specialist, you’ll apply science, policy, and practical expertise to mitigate and prevent environmental health hazards.

Self‑directed and field‑based, this role puts you on the front lines of public health—fostering a safer, healthier community for all.

As an Environmental Health Specialist, you will:

• Conduct environmental health inspections and enforcement actions
• Ensure program compliance with health and safety regulations
• Collect and analyze samples for testing and maintain documentation
• Provide technical assistance and education to staff and regulated entities
• Investigate public complaints and provide environmental health emergency response
• Collaborate with departmental and community partners

This role requires a bachelor’s degree in environmental health, sciences, or engineering, with 30 credit hours in natural and applied science, or an associate’s degree in environmental health (or a related field) plus at least two years of relevant experience. Candidates with at least three years of experience as an environmental health specialist are preferred. Must be a Registered Sanitarian (RS), Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), REHS‑in‑training, or REHS‑in‑training eligible. Candidates not yet registered may be hired as In Training at a lower salary grade. Must also possess a valid driver’s license and insurance. Additional certifications, such as CPO or CFSM, are a plus.

Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of environmental health principles, public health laws, and the ability to enforce regulations tactfully. Excellent communication, investigative, and problem‑solving skills are essential, as is the ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

What benefits come with community‑focused work?

Marion Public Health offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and purpose‑driven workdays. We offer:

• Paid Holidays
• Personal Days
• Credentials and Membership Paid