What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health Specialist I/II/Senior position at Tehama County, CA?
Salary : See Position Description
Location : Tehama County, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2025-00048
Department : Environmental Health
Opening Date : 02 / 14 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 14 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific
Description
The Tehama County Environmental Health Department's mission is to protect health, prevent disease and promote a safe environment for all persons in Tehama County.
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SALARY
A-E Steps)
Environmental Health Specialist I :
26.77 - $32.53 Hourly / $2,141.60 - $2,602.40 Bi-Weekly
Environmental Health Specialist II :
29.54 - $35.91 Hourly / $2,363.20 - $2,872.80 Bi-Weekly
Environmental Health Specialist Senior :
35.12 - $42.69 Hourly / $2,809.60 - $3,415.20 Bi-Weekly
Environmental Health Specialist I : Entry-level - The incumbent learns to perform a variety of duties for the purpose of preventing environmental health hazards and promoting and protecting public health and the environment.
Environmental Health Specialist II : Mid-level - Performs investigations and inspections relating to the enforcement of environmental health laws and regulations.
Environmental Health Specialist Senior : Supervisory-level- Develops, implements and manages a variety of complex environmental health programs, for the purpose of preventing environmental health hazards and promoting and protecting public health and the environment.
Examples of Duties
Environmental Health Specialist I :
- Conducts supervised inspections of various facilities, including but not limited to food handling and preparation establishments, schools, hospitals, detention centers, water supply and sewage disposal systems, solid waste facilities, recreation / pool facilities and other public / private facilities, to monitor compliance with all applicable laws, codes and standards of sanitation.
- Conducts sampling, surveys and other methods of gathering information concerning compliance.
Environmental Health Specialist II : In addition to the above :
Environmental Health Specialist Senior : In addition to the above :
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Environmental Health Specialist I | |
Education, Experience & Licenses
License and Special Requirements :
Environmental Health Specialist I :
Environmental Health Specialist II :
Environmental Health Specialist Senior :
PLEASE NOTE : If you do not currently possess a certification or evaluation letter from the California Department of Environmental Health (CDPH), but believe your education may qualify, for more information on how to apply.
Recruitment Information
The department is currently recruiting for one (1) vacancy.
In addition, Tehama County is establishing an eligibility list for future vacancies for an Environmental Health Specialist I / II / Senior, as well as, vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list.
New employees should anticipate being hired at the beginning step of the salary range. Candidates who exceed entry level qualifications may be considered, with approval from the Board of Supervisors, for placement at other than A step.
Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and / or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For questions about this recruitment please contact :
Lori Mueller
530-527-8020 |
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test and physical examination provided by the County.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
NOTE : THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES.
This position is represented by the Local 39 bargaining unit.
SALARY :
HEALTH :
PAID LEAVES :
96 hours of vacation (increases upon continuous years of service)
LIFE INSURANCE :
RETIREMENT :
CalPERS Formulas :
Classic member = 2% @ 55
ASSISTANCE & PROGRAMS :
What is your highest level of education?
How many years of experience do you have performing the duties of an Environmental Health Specialist II, either with the County of Tehama or a similar agency?
Do you have a valid, non-expired California Driver's License or can you obtain one within 6 months?
Do you possess a valid letter of eligibility indicating acceptance of educational requirements issued by the State of California Department of Health Services?
Do you possess a valid certificate of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California State Department of Health Services?
Required Question
Salary : $27 - $33
