Public Health Environmental Officer III

State of Mississippi; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Mississippi is seeking a Public Health Environmental Officer III for 25 - Hinds County, MS. This full-time role performs soil and site evaluations to design residential on-site wastewater disposal systems and inspects installations by licensed installers.

The position also inspects sewage pump trucks, collects private water well samples for bacteriological testing, investigates sewage complaints to safeguard groundwater and drinking water, and supports wastewater program operations.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform soil and site evaluations to design residential on-site wastewater disposal systems.
• Inspect installation of individual wastewater disposal systems by licensed installers.
• Inspect sewage pump trucks and collect private water well samples for bacteriological testing.
• Investigate sewage complaints to ensure safety of groundwater, drinking water, and recreational waters.
• Support wastewater program operations, including the wastewater call center and nuisance complaints.
• Maintain proper documentation accurately and work independently in field settings across the Central Region (Rankin, Madison, and Hinds Counties).

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Public Health Environmental Officer III in 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$40,286.40 - $60,490.03 Annually

Location

25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

Job Number

9612-0301-20261027HDS

0301 - HEALTH BOARD

Opening Date

10/27/2026

11/10/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

Agency Minimum Salary

$40,286.40

$60,490.03

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 3-5 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. For questions about this position, contact [e-mail].

About the Position

This Time-Limited position conducts soil and site evaluations to design residential on-site wastewater disposal systems. Inspect the installation of individual wastewater disposal systems by licensed installers. Inspect sewage pump trucks and collect private water well samples for bacteriological testing. Investigate sewage complaints to ensure the safety of groundwater, drinking water, and recreational waters. Support operational activities, including the wastewater call center and nuisance complaints. Maintain proper documentation accurately. Assist stakeholders with viable solutions. Work independently in field settings across the Central Region (Rankin, Madison, and Hinds Counties).

What you'll need to be Successful

To be successful in this position, the candidate will provide timely and efficient customer service. Understand and abide by laws and regulations regarding individual on-site wastewater disposal.

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