Environmental Health Specialist: Field Inspections

Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave and COLA

Job summary

Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department seeks Environmental Health Specialists to enforce rules on onsite sewage and drinking water resources. You will review plans, perform inspections, and educate the public while collecting data to support compliance.

Ideal candidates have a background in environmental health, strong communication, and the ability to work in varying weather conditions. This full-time, in-person role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field.
• Experience in environmental health or public health preferred.
• Strong communication and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform plan reviews, inspections, and regulatory assessments to ensure compliance with laws and codes.
• Provide customer service to the public and industry professionals on environmental health topics.
• Develop and deliver educational outreach to communities and stakeholders.

Skills

Plan review

Inspections

Education outreach

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department seeks Environmental Health Specialists to enforce rules on onsite sewage and drinking water resources. You will review plans, perform inspections, and educate the public while collecting data to support compliance.

Ideal candidates have a background in environmental health, strong communication, and the ability to work in varying weather conditions. This full-time, in-person role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth.