CNHD Environmental Health Manager

Environmental Health Manager

The Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) is seeking a qualified and experienced Environmental Health Manager to lead and oversee the district's environmental health programs. Reporting to the CNHD Administrator, this management-level position is responsible for the daily coordination, supervision, and administration of environmental health services, including food establishments and related regulatory programs. The Environmental Health Manager provides professional leadership to staff, supports the district's strategic initiatives, and works collaboratively with internal and external partners to protect and promote public health.

This position is a key member of the CNHD management team and plays an essential role in advancing the district's mission in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and established policies. While the position is primarily located in Fallon, regular travel to clinics in other counties (currently Eureka, Pershing, and Mineral Counties) as required.

Consider working for Churchill County! The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $32,000/year). The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $13,500/year). AND you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $5,000/year).

Applications are accepted online rchillcounty.org/careers. Please submit your application by 11:59 pm on July 12, 2026.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) Environmental Health Manager serves under the direction of the CNHD Administrator and will have day-to-day responsibility for the coordination of all environmental health programs under their jurisdiction. Responsible for organizing and direct leadership for the department, supervising staff and facilitating the daily activities which includes food establishments and other programs.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This class manages a broad range of environmental health activities and programs for the CNHD. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing division goals and objectives and for furthering CNHD goals and objectives within general policy guidelines. The CNHD Environmental Health Manager is an integral of the CNHD management team and will have a vital role in achieving the CNHD strategic plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrates regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Develops, articulates, and implements the strategic direction for the division; participates in the development and implementation of the CNHD Community Health Needs Assessment, Community Health Improvement Plan, and the District-wide strategic plan, and represents the District in regional and state discussions regarding environmental policies.
• Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and administers the Environmental Health Services Programs of the Health District.
• Under direction from the Administrator, prepares and manages the division budget and ensure proper accountability of expenditures.
• Direct supervision of environmental health staff.
• May be asked to oversee other divisions on a temporary basis for staff leave or turnover.
• Makes presentations as requested by the Administrator to the District Board of Health.
• Coordinates with environmental and public health agencies and other stakeholders to achieve the goals of the Health District.
• Enforces all state and federal environmental health statutes and requirements and takes actions as necessary to protect the health of the public.
• Compiles, maintains, and analyzes data to determine workloads, staffing priorities, program growth, and community needs.
• Ensures division services are provided to the public in a professional and respectful manner while assuring the protection of public health.
• Provides direction and guidance for enforcement processes including enforcement techniques, documentation of facts, evidence collection, and issuance of notices of violation, stop work orders, operating permit suspensions, and citations.
• Consult with the District Attorney representative concerning enforcement issues.
• Ensure that staff actions and hearings follow the provisions of the Nevada Revised Statutes, Nevada Administrative Code, and District regulations.
• Leads the quality improvement efforts of the division to include evaluation of operational performance, reviewing work methods and procedures, and developing and implementing changes in work processes, work flow, and/or equipment used to ensure efficient operations.
• Justifies and approves expenditures for purchasing and staff travel.
• Ensures effective morale, productivity, and discipline; plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the activities and performance of staff; works with staff to establish work priorities and schedules; encourages and provides for staff training and professional development; interprets District policies and procedures for staff;…