Environmental Health Specialist 1, 2, or 3

Posting number: 2026-00667

Department: District 5-2 County Position

Division: District 5-2 EH - Monroe

Job classification: PH Envir Compl Specialist 1

Posting type: Open

Categories: Environmental Services, Public Health

Summary

Pay Grade: I

 

Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters. 
  
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths 
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Come join our team! As an Environmental Health Specialist at the Monroe County Health Department, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals working to protect the health and well-being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, a great schedule, and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you.

Examples of duties

Under direct supervision of the County Environmental Health Manager, Environmental Health Specialist will provide inspection/permitting/consultation for compliance of state rules and regulations for the Monroe County Environmental Health Program for the following facilities within the county: Food Service, Public Swimming Pools, Tourist Accommodations, and Body Art. In addition, the person hired for this position will provide services within Wastewater Management, Well Water, Emergency Preparedness, and other environmental health programs as well as investigate all assigned health-related complaints received.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Interprets regulatory issues, technical issues, and analytical data to document compliance

• Investigate complaints, provide environmental education and technical assistance

• Perform inspections, interviews, technical reviews and recommend enforcement actions as needed

• Plan and conduct facility audits and inspections

• Prepare sampling plan and collect samples in accordance with established procedures

• Provide information to the public, regulated community, and enforcement officers regarding the environmental laws and regulations

• Respond to environmental emergencies and conduct safety evaluations

• Review permit applications; drafts, modifies and issues permits in accordance with the rules, regulations, and established procedures

• Review permit requirements and regulations to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental laws

• Perform additional duties as assigned. Responsibilities and essential functions may change to meet organizational needs.

Qualifications

Environmental Health Specialist 1