Environmental Health County Manager

Overview

The Georgia Department of Public Health protects lives statewide. We prevent disease, injury, and disability while promoting health and preparing Georgia for disaster response.

• Professional Impact – Build a career that matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Diverse Team – Collaborative, inclusive work environment where ideas shared.
• Career Longevity – Continuous learning and development for long‑term career.
• Hands‑on Culture – Active engagement and problem‑solving in every role.
• Take Pride – Make an impact in public health alongside dedicated people.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory science, and two (2) years of experience as a PH Environmental Compliance Specialist 4 (RCP
123) or equivalent position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience implementing environmental health programs in a county health department.
• Master’s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or related field.
• Current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Registered Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) or equivalent credentialing board.
• Completion of NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300/400, 700, 800.
• Certification as a Food Safety Manager (CFSM).
• Holder of current Georgia Level II Inspector Certification for the On‑Site Sewage Management Program.
• Certification as a Pool Operator (CPO).

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package – Educational Support Leave and 3 weeks per accrued Annual and Sick Leave
• Defined Benefit retirement plan
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life, AD&D, Disability, Legal, Long‑Term Care, Specified Illness Insurance
• Deferred Compensation (401 K & 457 Plans)
• Supportive work environment, physical activity breaks, employee assistance program, employee discount program, tuition assistance

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

* Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting;
Education documentation;
License/certification;
Reference Checks;
Immunizations required;
May be subject to pre‑employment drug screen.

All qualified applicants will be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted via email for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

Equal Opportunity Employer. State will not unlawfully consider protected categories when making selections. If you require ADA accommodations, notify this agency by the closing date of this announcement.