NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago
Environmental Health Specialist I/II
Oroville/Chico Area, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$56K/yr - $83K/yr
0+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist I/II to work within the Public Health Department of Butte County. This role involves the inspection and enforcement of environmental health programs, including consumer protection and sanitation, while providing education and technical assistance to the community.
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Responsibilities
Performs regulation and enforcement of environmental health safety laws, rules, and regulations; interprets the more specialized environmental health regulations, rules, and policies related to an assigned program area
Inspects retail food establishments and special event vendors, as defined by State statute for compliance to applicable health codes; instructs food serving workers in the proper handling of food; investigates reported cases of food-borne illness
Inspects organized camps and body art facilities for compliance with public health laws; issues citations for violations of public health and environmental laws and regulations
Conducts inspections and monitors operations of proposed and current alternative and large community sewage disposal and treatment systems; performs plan checks; issues permits for systems; performs site checks and final checks of such systems
Reviews information and makes recommendations regarding wastewater disposal and water availability requirements related to land division projects in the County
Performs inspections small water systems; visually inspects for conformance with applicable codes and regulations; takes water samples and interprets laboratory results; communicates lab results and explains disinfection requirements if necessary
Inspects public swimming pools and spas for conformance with codes and regulations; takes and interprets water samples; inspects construction detail and proper use and maintenance of filters and chemicals
Determines the need for quarantine or closing of public eating and other establishments
Performs plan review and approval of food facilities, body art facilities, commercial swimming pool and spa facilities, septic systems, and water wells
Examines applications and conducts onsite inspections for special events; contacts event organizers and meets with vendors; disseminates public health information, regulations and requirements to food handlers
Prepares comprehensive reports related to inspections, investigations, and studies completed in the assigned program area
Provides general information to the regulated community and public regarding department policies, procedures, and regulations; receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance, concerns, and complaints from the public regarding division activities and programs; provides education related to environmental health issues and code violations
Compiles data for and prepares a variety of records and reports related to environmental health investigations, inspections, studies, and projects
Participates in community education and public information efforts
May provide guidance, assistance, and training to unregistered staff in preparation for licensing
Maintains files, databases, and records related to citations and violations; prepares a variety of written reports, memoranda, and correspondence
Performs related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental health, public health, sanitation, or a related field
Environmental Health Specialist I: None
Environmental Health Specialist II: One (1) year of professional environmental health program experience equivalent to the class of Environmental Health Specialist I
Must possess a valid US driver's license upon date of application
Must obtain California driver's license following hire date per California DMV regulations
Environmental Health Specialist I: Possession of a letter/certificate confirming acceptance by the California Department of Public Health as an Environmental Health Specialist Trainee
Environmental Health Specialist II: Must possess and maintain valid registration by the State of California as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist
Benefits
Public Safety Dispatcher Pay: POST Dispatcher Certificate: 2.5% Communication Training Officer, 3.5% Intermediate, 4.5% Advanced.
Salary Step Increases: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% may be given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.
Longevity Pay: 2.5% at 10 years, 2.5% at 15 years, 2.5% at 20 years, for a total 7.5% after 20 years of service.
Boot Allowance: $200.04 for each year, paid in monthly installments. Effective January 3, 2026, the $200.04 boot allowance set forth above shall expire, and all members of this Unit shall be eligible for a work boot/footwear reimbursement up to $275.00 annually. For eligible classifications only.
Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year.
Vacation: 0-4.99 years: 15 days/yr.; 5-9.99 years: 20 days/yr.; 10-19.99 years: 25 days/yr.; 20+ years: 27 days/yr.
Sick Leave: 96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.
Bereavement Leave: Maximum of 40 hours for each occurrence in the immediate family.
Health Plan including Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance: Coverage under the Butte County Health Plan is for employees and their eligible dependents. Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package, which consists of medical, vision, and dental insurance. Currently, the amount the County contributes for family coverage is $1342.00/month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in the Butte County Health Plan, the County offers a monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. The current of the taxable Cash-Back allowance is $550.00 per month (prorated for less than fulltime employees).
Life Insurance: The County provides $25,000 in life insurance with additional coverage available at a minimal cost.
Retirement: The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.
Deferred Compensation: The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program. Deposits into this plan are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees' Deferred Compensation accounts.
Disability Insurance: For short-term disability, the County participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund. County employees are also covered by an employee-paid long-term disability program. The long-term disability insurance benefit is 60% of the disabled employee's biweekly wage.
Flexible Spending Program: County employees can elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Program. This program allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for certain health care and/or dependent care expenses. In addition, employees can choose to have their portion of the monthly Health Plan premium withheld from their checks on a pre-tax basis as well.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $500/year.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The County of Butte provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services.
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NEOGOV
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