Are you looking for an opportunity to serve the communities of Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and N ez Perce counties? Do you crave a job where your work truly matters? Public Health - Idaho North Central District (PH-INCD) is recruiting for an Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) 1.
Public Health – Idaho North Central District is seeking applicants for an Environmental Health Specialist to perform professional level work inspecting and evaluating environmental health risks, ensuring compliance with environmental health laws, advising on environmental concerns and coordinating remediation activities; performs related work. We have five office locations (Moscow, Lewiston, Orofino, Kamiah, Grangeville), and we're flexible on where this role is based. The position may be located in any of our offices for the right candidate.
Duties to include:
- Inspects and evaluates environmental health concerns and enforce environmental health laws and advise on environmental concerns;
- Evaluates environmental health conditions through inspections, surveys, and investigations of food service establishments, child care facilities, public pools, solid waste systems, water supplies, sewage disposal systems, and land development sites for compliance with laws, regulations, and standards;
- Conducts tests to determine levels of pollution or contamination; operates and maintains specialized testing equipment and detection devices;
- Determines existence and cause of violations and prepares reports of findings for case facts;
- Provides assistance regarding control and correction of environmental practices;
- Promotes public awareness of environmental laws, regulations, and standards;
- Consults with business proprietors regarding health regulations;
- Reviews plans and specifications for land development, sewage disposal systems, childcare facilities and food establishments for compliance with sanitation standards.
This position offers meaningful, people-centered work, variety in the field, and occasional after-hours and weekend responsibilities to support community health.
Excellent Benefits:
We believe in taking care of our employees—because when you thrive, our communities thrive. PH-INCD offers a healthy work/life balance, a culture of collaboration and empowerment, and an excellent benefits package, including PERSI (one of the BEST RETIREMENT system available in the Nation) with a lifetime benefit!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Life Insurance ( FREE basic coverage; optional supplemental plans)
- Generous Paid Time Off ( 11 paid holidays , vacation, and sick leave starting immediately. (Holiday pay and accruals are prorated based on hours worked.)
- Mandatory 401(a) retirement program
- Optional 401(k) and 457 Saving Plans
- Wellness Programs
- Flexible and family-supported policies, including paid parental leave
- Ongoing training opportunities
Minimum Qualifications:
You must possess all the minimum qualifications listed below to qualify for this position. All required experience and/or education must be listed under the work history section of this application OR on your resume and must include a detailed explanation of your roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer.
Environmental Health Specialist 1
This is an entry-level opportunity designed for candidates building their experience in environmental health.
Qualifications:
MQ Specialty (EHS1):
How to Apply
Register or log in to your https://statecareers.idaho.gov/ account, locate this job announcement and select Apply . Attach your most current resume and follow the prompts to complete the exam. Hit submit. Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
Need help? Check out the Candidate Guide under Candidate Resources on the State of Idaho Careers page.
Who May Apply
If you have a passion for helping others and making a positive impact in your community, we invite you to consider a rewarding career with PH-INCD. Applicants who meet all the listed “MQ’s” and “MQ Specialties” will be considered. Applications will be screened, and only the most qualified candidates will move forward in the selection process.
We are committed to ensuring access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resource Office at 208.799.0383.
The successful candidate will have a history and background supportive of the health district’s mission and will be required to complete a criminal history background check, including fingerprints. Additionally, PH-INCD participates in E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. E‑Verify compares information from an employee’s Form I‑9 with records from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to verify identity and work authorization.
PH-INCD is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and against all individuals based on race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
NOTICE: Idaho's Public Health Districts are agencies that are authorized by the State of Idaho as independent bodies. District employees are not State of Idaho employees, rather District employees who receive benefits through the Office of Group Insurance.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community.
