EPH Investigator , Pool

If you’re looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County health.

• Transparency - We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity - Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact - We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration - We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

The EPH Investigator, Pool will conduct inspections, investigate complaints, and maintain records for public swimming pools to determine compliance with county regulations for Swimming Pools and Spas, Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC) 341, THSC 757 and Texas Administrative Code 265.

• Conduct routine, permitting, and preopening inspections as well as re-inspections of swimming pools for compliance with the Texas Health & Safety Code, Texas Administrative Code, and the Harris County Rules and Regulations of Public Swimming Pools.
• Conduct complaint investigations for public swimming pools, spas, artificial swimming lagoons, and interactive water features. Document and communicate investigation findings to complainant.
• Conduct water quality sampling as required and maintain sampling equipment in good repair.
• Complete and document assigned work according to policy and procedures using computers, reports and established priorities to maintain thorough record-keeping.
• Gather evidence for court action and perform testimony as required.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you need special services or accommodations, please call  or email

• Must have a high school diploma from an accredited school or equivalent.

• Certified Pool Operator license is preferred. If not currently licensed, must be able to obtain Certified Pool Operator license within 18 months of hire.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license.

• Understands the organizational mission.
• Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others.
• Establishes relationships and collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Written and verbal English competency.
• Able to read and follow directions.
• Ability to formulate policies and procedures § Ability to develop innovative approaches to maximize program efficiency and staff proficient.
• Working knowledge of state and federal environmental public health regulations.

• Data Analytics and Assessment
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.

• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.

• Health Advancement
  
  Skills:
  
  This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.

• Community Partnership
  
  Skills:
  
  This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.

• Public Health Science
  
  Skills:
  
  This…