Environmental Health Specialist 1/2

Spokane Regional Health District; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour work week

Pension plan options

13 Paid Holidays plus 1 personal day

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive medical benefits

Career growth and development planning

And much more

Job summary

The Spokane Regional Health District is hiring an Environmental Health Specialist I/II in Food Safety. Based at the SRHD main campus, this full-time role requires educating food service operators to meet local and state regulations and conducting routine inspections across Spokane County.

The position offers a Monday–Friday dayshift, travel throughout the county, and an hourly starting wage of $33.48 (EHS-I) or $36.23 (EHS-II).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with science coursework (30 semester hours / 45 quarter hours).

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and follow-up inspections of retail food service establishments.
• Informs and educates food service operators on compliance needs.
• Process permit applications and conduct plan reviews for new construction or remodeling.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in sanitary science / public health / environmental health

Job description

Are you passionate about ensuring food safety and preventing foodborne illnesses? Do you possess the knowledge and confidence to educate food service operators on compliance requirements? If you're ready to make a direct impact on the well‑being of Spokane County's residents, consider joining us as an Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) I/II in our Food Safety position at the Spokane Regional Health District!

This full-time role is based at the SRHD main campus, with travel throughout Spokane County. You'll work a dedicated Monday-Friday dayshift schedule. Compensation for this position starts at $33.48 per hour for an EHS-I and $36.23 per hour for an EHS-II.

Please note: The selected candidate will be classified as either an EHS-I or EHS-II based on qualifications.

Who we are:

The Spokane Regional Health District is passionate about public health and considers it a privilege to be able to provide services to the residents of Spokane County. We are one of 34 local public health agencies serving Washington state's 39 counties. We have approximately 280 employees and serve a population of more than 550,000 in Spokane County.

What we do:

Spokane Regional Health District is organized into six divisions to serve the diverse needs of our community best: Environmental Public Health, Community Health, Treatment Services, Disease Prevention and Response, Administration, and Finance. We consider it a privilege to serve our community with love, compassion, and generosity!

Why you should work with us:

SRHD works hard to create a dynamic work environment that is warm, welcoming, and vibrant. Predictable scheduling, union representation, and a comprehensive benefits package are just a few reasons to join this amazing team!

What you can expect from us:

There are many perks to working at the Spokane Regional Health District! In addition to being able to directly improve the health and well‑being of your local community, below is a brief summary of our benefits:

• 37.5-hour work week
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• Pension plan options
• 13 Paid Holidays plus 1 personal day
• Paid Vacation (7.5 hours per month)
• Paid Sick Leave (7.5 hours per month)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive medical benefits
• Career growth and development planning
• And much more

What you'll be doing:

This is an entry level position requiring very little or no previous experience in Environmental Public Health. Supervision is generally close and detailed. The primary duty is to safeguard public health by obtaining compliance with applicable local and state regulations, policies, and procedures through education, cooperation, and enforcement, when necessary, by performing the following duties.

Some Essential Functions Include:

• Conducts routine and follow‑up inspections of retail food service establishments to determine compliance with applicable local and state regulations and procedures.

• Informs/educates appropriate food service operators of compliance needs.
• Initiates legal action as necessary after consultation with the program's technical advisor and/or program manager (e.g., permit suspension, etc.). Processes and approves permit applications for establishments located within an assigned area.
• Conducts plan review and pre‑opening (pre‑occupancy) inspection activities pertaining to new construction or remodeling of permitted/regulated establishments. Works with architects, contractors, and operators regarding applicable requirements.

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Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field (examples include sanitary science, bacteriology, public health, environmental health). The major study must include at least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in the science category.
• No experience required.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license and current automobile insurance and have access to a vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience as an Environmental Health Specialist 1 (or equivalent position).

If you share our values, we want to hear from you! For more information about SRHD, visit our website at https://www.srhd.org/about-srhd