Environmental Health Specialist I​/II

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The Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) is a professional-level position responsible for conducting a wide variety of activities. The EHS will conduct sanitation inspections and evaluations as well as code enforcement and technical review. The EHS must have excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.

Day to day activities may involve: program specific regulation enforcement (on-site septic operation and maintenance, drinking water, food safety, solid waste, and swimming pools), education and outreach, report composition, as well as conducting environmental assessment and monitoring.

Environmental Health Specialist I:
Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from four-year college or university in public health, sanitary science, bacteriology, dairy science, veterinary medicine, engineering, or a basic natural or physical science OR related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. WA State Driver’s License.

UFCW, EHS I, Grade 30, starting pay typically $30.87. Full hourly range $30.87-$36.85/hr, DOE.

UFCW, EHS II Grade 32, starting pay typically $33.19. Full hourly range $33.19-$39.63/hr, DOE.

Full medical benefits, including dental and vision. Retirement provided through Washington State DRS. 12 paid holidays, PTO, and bereavement leave.

To submit an Application, click the “Apply Here” button on the right side of this page. Then:

• Complete the application form being sure to indicate the position you’re applying for on the application
• Attach a resume and cover letter
• Include three professional references
• Save your submittal, which will automatically forward your application packet

Open until filled - First Review Monday, August 18, 2025. EOE