Environmental Health Specialist Ii - Hilo, Hawaii ; Ohhi

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number: OHHI-26038. This recruitment is part of the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH‑HI) project, an expedited hiring initiative that fast‑tracks qualified applicants into roles across Hawaiʻi.

The positions are with the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Plant Industry Division.

The Environmental Health Specialist performs professional work to protect and promote public health and the environment by ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations related to environmental health, environmental impact, and occupational health hazards. The role includes on‑the‑job training and participation in field investigations, inspections, and sample collection, as well as other related duties as assigned. Overtime may be required.

• Legal Authorization to Work
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  Citizens, nationals, or permanent residents of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
• Prerequisite Knowledge
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  Basic principles and concepts of chemical, biological, or physical science; college‑level algebra; problem‑solving methods; research methods; and report writing.
• Ability to
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  Apply scientific principles; understand and apply environmental/occupational health laws, rules, and regulations; conduct investigations and inspections; collect, analyze, and evaluate data; solve problems and make recommendations; perform mathematical calculations for data verification and report preparation; communicate clearly orally and in writing.
• Education
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  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university in chemistry, physics, biology, zoology, environmental science, or a closely related scientific field with at least three semester credit hours in college algebra or higher.
• Driver's License
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  Valid driver’s license required for immediate vacancies.
• Lift and Carry
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  Ability to lift and carry objects up to 40 pounds unassisted.
• Substitutions allowed as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, testing, or interview process should contact 808‑587‑1111.

The State of Hawaiʻi complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Eligible employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, a federal program that forgives the balance of federal student loans for qualifying public service employees. For more information, applicants can visit the Department of Education website.