Environmental Program Coordinator

Environmental Program Coordinator Job Summary

The Cleveland Department of Public Health (CDPH) is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and mission-driven professional to serve as an Environmental Program Coordinator within the Division of Environmental Health. The position plays a key role in coordinating Food Safety training and the Body Art Program, supporting regulatory compliance, staff training, and quality improvement efforts that protect the health and safety of Cleveland residents.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, experienced in environmental health regulations, and committed to continuous improvement and workforce development.

Under administrative direction, is responsible for planning and administering a specific project or program for a City department. Serves as the administrative supervisor on projects or programs. Plans, assigns, supervises, and reviews activities of subordinate personnel. Monitors the project or program's operating budget and assists in the annual preparation of same. Designs, implements, and monitors procedures utilized in program evaluation. Develops and secures commitments from other City departments and agencies to provide services to program participants.

Provides technical assistance or reviews program policies and procedures. Maintains current information and oversees the preparation of project status reports. Prepares financial and narrative reports and program applications. Communicates project/program status and information to municipal officials and/or public and private entities. May supervise employees assigned to the respective project. Performs other related duties as required.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business or Public Administration, Social Sciences, or closely related field preferred. Two (2) years of any equivalent combination of education, training and experience in program administration required. Must be able to lift and carry thirty (30) pounds. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required.

• Coordinate and/or teach food safety education classes, including Serv Safe and Person-in-Charge (PIC) certification courses.
• Assist with preparation for Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) and Ohio Department of Health (ODH) audits, including:
  • Developing corrective action plans
  • Monitoring compliance
  • Ensuring documentation accuracy
• Attend roundtable meetings, professional trainings, and conferences to remain current on regulatory code updates and best practices.
• Train and onboard new staff in:
  • Food safety inspections
  • Environmental health inspections in schools
• Conduct annual staff performance evaluations of direct reports.
• Schedule and coordinate both internal and external staff training opportunities.
• Develop, update, and maintain training materials related to food inspections and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee annual licensing processes for body art establishments.
• Conduct annual inspections of licensed facilities.
• Investigate complaints and conduct inspections for temporary events.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and local regulations.
• Maintain accurate inspection and licensing records.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as an EHSIT/REHS at a local and/or state health department or relevant agency (education may be considered in lieu of experience).
• Valid State of Ohio Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) registration in accordance with Chapter 4736 of the Ohio Revised Code.
• A master’s degree in public health, business/health/public administration, public policy, or related field is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local, state and/or federal food safety and body art codes,…