Environmental Health Specialist I/II/III - Health and Human Services
Listed on 2026-01-03
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Healthcare
Public Health, Healthcare Compliance
The Environmental Health Program provides licensing and inspection services to just under 2000 businesses throughout Coconino County, including food establishments, hotels/motels, pools and spas, schools, children’s camps, trailer parks/campgrounds, body art establishments as well as special event permitting. In addition, the program responds to public nuisance complaints and conducts vector activities for the surveillance of vector-borne illnesses. This position could cover a variety of areas within Coconino County (Page, Tuba City, Marble Canyon, Fredonia, Cameron, Williams, Sedona, Tusayan, Flagstaff, etc.).
Significant driving will be part of this position.
Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in the environmental health field; performs related work as assigned.
The ideal candidate is an independent, self-directed professional who excels at communication, demonstrates high emotional intelligence and customer service skills, and possesses strong writing ability. Experience in conducting inspections and investigations, along with a detail-oriented, solution-focused approach is preferred.
Salary Range- Environmental Health Specialist I (Technician) – $56,009.20
- Environmental Health Specialist II – $60,268.21
- Environmental Health Specialist III – $64,645.98
Illustrative only.
- This is an uncertified position learning the skills and responsibilities of the Environmental Health Specialist II position.
- Works closely with an Environmental Health Specialist II or III in all aspects of the job, from fieldwork to the office paperwork and follow up that is required.
- Works with an Environmental Health Specialist II or III to get a variety of perspectives on the job.
Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, environmental science, or closely related field.
Additional Requirements – I- Must achieve at least one of the following certifications within one year of employment:
Attain Registered Sanitarian certification; licensed by State Pest Control Commission; or certified as a Pool/Spa Operator by the National Swimming Pool Foundation. - Must obtain an Arizona driver’s license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
- Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5‑year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
Illustrative only.
- Performs the duties of an Environmental Health Specialist I.
- Inspects all types of entities to ensure compliance with applicable legal codes.
- Identifies and documents violations.
- Performs public health nuisance investigations, resolves complaints, and recommends enforcement actions to Director.
- Assists in epidemiological investigations.
- Coordinates inspection activities with related agencies.
- Reviews simple plans to determine compliance with applicable legal codes.
- Prepares documentation and enters data into permit tracking system.
- Implements routine enforcement measures related to inspection duties.
- Assists with vector control and zoonotic disease surveillance.
- Prepares and maintains records.
- Recommends enforcement measures.
- Provides training to Environmental Health Specialist Is.
- Develops expertise and takes on specialized tasks such as special events, body art plan reviews and inspections, minor plan reviews, vector activities, HACCP plans, enforcement, marijuana, etc.
Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, environmental science, or closely related field and one year experience working in an environmental health program.
Additional Requirements – II- Must possess current certification as a Registered Sanitarian with the State of Arizona.
- Must be licensed by State Pest Control Commission; and a certified Pool/Spa Operator by the National Swimming Pool Foundation or be willing to attain these certifications within the first year of hire or moving to an EHS II, and work towards standardization by the Food & Drug Administration as available.
- Must obtain an Arizona driver’s license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
- Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5‑year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
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