Environmental Health Specialist Iii

Position: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST III
An Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace

Invites your interest for the position of

Environmental Health Specialist III

$7,036 - $9,604 per Month

Priority Screening Date:
May 3, 2026

Exam #: #26/30J31/04MC

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The County of Monterey Health Department's Environmental Health Bureau is seeking individuals to join a dynamic team of professionals to fill two (2) full-time positions of Environmental Health Specialist III.

The Environmental Health Specialists III positions will support the joint initiative with the County of Monterey District Attorney Department to address unpermitted Environmental Health activities and other complex compliance issues. Given the nature of the role, the ideal candidate must demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changing work schedules, including evenings and weekends as needed.

The primary responsibilities of this position include enforcing regulations related to unpermitted food vending, auto body and paint operations, conducting complex Environmental Health complaint investigations, participating in food and water-borne illness investigations, and leading or supporting environmental health emergency and disaster response efforts.

In addition, this role will promote compliance and protect public safety by engaging directly with vendors and community members, providing educational resources, and increasing awareness of food safety regulations and permitting requirements.  

As of September 8th, 2023, the Health Department offers up to a $10,000 signing bonus to candidates hired into regular full-time positions for this classification from this recruitment.

The Eligible List established by this recruitment process will be used to fill current and future vacancies, both regular and temporary, as they arise.

This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority in accordance with the Flexible Staffing Program and Guidelines.

The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans' preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flyer.

* Conducts inspections, investigations, surveys and special studies to determine compliance with state and local health codes and regulations; processes permit applications and issues permits related to water systems, water wells, solid waste sites, garbage franchise districts, housing, septic systems, sewage treatment plants, special event food facilities and related activities.

* Serves as subject matter resource to other professional staff providing specialized knowledge and recommending solutions to complex problems that are consistent with program goals; may review and comment on impact of proposed ordinances, legislation and regulations.

* Participates in the development of policies, procedures, regulations and ordinances related to an area of specialization; investigates complaints and evaluates effectiveness of program operations; determines problem areas, collects and analyzes data and recommends systemic solution.

* Prepares written reports, memoranda and correspondence; as directed, drafts and finalizes specialty program manuals, grant applications, procedures, and forms.

* As directed, may assign, review and coordinate the work of Specialist level staff including monitoring timely completion of workload, answering technical and procedural questions, reviewing work methods and products, and training employees.

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Environmental Health Specialist III

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Thorough Knowledge of:

* Federal, state and local laws, regulations and procedures governing environmental health.

* Principles, methods, technology and equipment applied in inspection, analysis, and enforcement of environmental health regulation.

* Depending upon assigned position, incumbents must possess a thorough knowledge of elements related to their specialty: land use, water and wastewater systems, solid waste, noise, infectious waste, food establishments and handling, pools and spas, housing and institutions.

Working Knowledge of:

* Relevant technical knowledge of engineering, chemistry, microbiology, biology, epidemiology, hydrology and geology pertaining to specialty area.

Some Knowledge of:

* Basic principles and practices of personnel management including training, motivation, and workload scheduling.

Skill and Ability to:

* Write effectively to prepare complex written reports,…