Environmental Health Specialist

Adams County Integrated Health Care Services is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist. This role involves applying environmental public health and safety principles within a regulatory environment. You will provide professional oversight for various programs such as:

• Food Safety
• Drinking Water
• Wastewater Management
• Land Use and Development
• School Health and Safety
• Solid Waste
• Site Hazard Assessment
• Chemical and Physical Hazards
• Living Environment
• Public Health Emergency Planning and Response
• Epidemiology

Your work will include surveillance enforcement of mandated health and sanitary regulations as well as public education in these areas.

Adams County Integrated Health Care Services is dedicated to promoting community health and safety through comprehensive programs and services. We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment where employees can thrive while making a meaningful impact.

You are passionate about environmental health and public safety. You have a strong background in environmental sciences excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse communities. Bilingual Spanish speakers are strongly encouraged to apply.

As an Environmental Health Specialist you will:

• Conduct inspections assessments and educational outreach in various environmental health areas.
• Enforce health and sanitary regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Respond to public health emergencies as needed.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Health-related fields such as Earth Science Food Science Biology Zoology or a closely related discipline.
• Ability to obtain Washington State Registration as a Sanitarian within two years of hire.
• Valid drivers license.
• Strong analytical communication and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual Spanish skills are highly desirable.

We provide a competitive benefit package including:

• WA State Pension
• Paid medical dental life vision
• Paid holidays vacation and sick leave
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Bachelors degree: $66079.33 - $69383.30 annually

Please send your letter of interest resume and three references to:

Adams County Integrated Health Care Services
425 E. Main Suite 600 Othello WA 99344

Phone:

This position is open until it is filled.

Adams County Integrated Health Care Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.