Public Health Environmental Officer II

ms.gov - Mississippi's Official State Website; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State Department of Health in Jackson invites applications for a Public Health Environmental Officer II. This full-time position supports disease prevention and control, with duties spanning field and clinic activities and collaborations with health professionals.

The job emphasizes strong communication, organization, and independent work. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree and 2–4 years of relevant experience; closing date is 9/22/2026, with MS Health Department serving as

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience.
• Requires great communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Investigates confidential information pertaining to known and suspected cases of communicable diseases.
• Collects blood samples within clinic or field setting and submits to Public Health Laboratory.
• Counsels patients and provides health education.
• Participates in off-site screenings as scheduled.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Public Health Environmental Officer II | Mississippi State Government Jobs page has loaded.

Full-Time

Job Number

9611-0301-20260915H

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

09/15/2026

9/22/2026 11:59 PM Central

Agency Minimum Salary

$31,111.11

$46,713.33

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience.

The Mississippi State Department of Health’s mission is to protect and advance the health, well-being, and safety of everyone in Mississippi. Questions about this position can be directed to [e-mail].

About the Position

This is a time limited position. Disease Intervention Specialist: This is an entry-level to mid-level technical and investigative epidemiological work within a health program responsible for prevention and control of sexually transmitted and other communicable diseases. Work includes the investigation of confidential information pertaining to known and suspected cases of communicable diseases; collection of blood samples “within clinic or field setting” and submission to Public Health Laboratory; counseling patients and providing health education; consulting with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals aiding with cases and maintaining surveillance of diagnosed infections. Participates in off-site screenings as scheduled. Direct supervision is received from a Disease Intervention Specialist Supervisor.

What you’ll need to be Successful

Requires great communication skills, written and verbal. Be able to prioritize and organize daily task list and work independently.

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Minimum Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience.

Employer State of Mississippi

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201