Environmental Health Specialist-In-Training

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) is seeking to fill a full-time (40-hour week) Environmental Health Specialist-in-Training position. The position will be under the direct supervision of a Licensed Environmental Health Practitioner (LEHP).

• Perform technical field inspections of public places such as restaurants, retail establishments, water wells, private sewage and water supply systems to ensure that these environments are safe and healthy.
• Assist in the enforcement of environmental and public health laws and regulations.
• Public Health Emergency Response Responsibilities:
  All District employees must be able to respond to public health emergencies when needed and appropriate. During an emergency response, employee may be assigned to a role in either operations, logistics, or administration by the Incident Commander and/or Section Chief in addition to regular duties.
• Performs other duties and special projects as required.

• A bachelor's degree in environmental health or a closely related field with a minimum of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours in physical or biological science.
• Must acquire an Illinois Environmental Health Practitioner's license within three (3) years of employment.
• Valid driver's license, dependable transportation and proof of auto insurance.

CUPHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with enrollment beginning on the employee's first day of employment.
• 14 paid holidays per year.
• 12 sick days earned per year.
• 15 days of paid time off earned in the first year of employment.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Comprehensive pension plan offered through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

The expected annual starting salary is $47,170. Full annual salary for a Class 5 Environmental Health Specialist In-Training is $47,170 - $63,679 for a 40-hour week.

To apply, go to:  Applicants may also come in to apply online at CUPHD, 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820. For full consideration, you must complete the application process.

Men, Women, Veterans and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, gay, lesbian, transgender and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodation in order to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.

CUPHD highly recommends being fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2025 and beyond) influenza (seasonally). Vaccinations taken prior to September 2025 will not be accepted. Employees not vaccinated are required to mask from December 1st until April 1st of each year. Proof of vaccinations or a signed declination form must be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.

This recruitment will remain open until filled, however, it will not close prior to January 5, 2026. This is a collective bargaining unit position with AFSCME.

Posted December 16, 2025