Public Health Environmental Technician I* (County Promotional)

San Bernardino County is seeking a Public Health Environmental Technician I to support environmental regulatory programs. The role involves processing permit applications, investigating complaints, and maintaining data related to public health. Applicants must be current county employees and possess a valid California driver’s license. The position offers health benefits, paid time off, and a pension plan. This job is not remote and requires physical presence in San Bernardino, CA.
This recruitment is only open to current San Bernardino County, San Bernardino County Fire Protection District or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX) or intern position.

Your County employment must be clearly listed in the work experience section of your application.

The Department of Public Health (DPH), Environmental Health Services (EHS) Division, is recruiting an Environmental Technician I to support environmental regulatory programs and help safeguard public health. This role involves performing a variety of technical tasks, such as processing permit applications for food facilities, body art establishments, pools, spas, housing, and water wells. Additional responsibilities include investigating complaints, such as reports of foodborne illnesses and referring them to the appropriate office and/or agency. Environmental Technicians also provide information on environmental health programs and regulations. Other duties may involve recording and maintaining data related to soil characteristics, percolation rates, and the bacteriological and chemical analysis of water wells.
• Official job title: Environmental Technician I
For more detailed information, refer to the Environmental Technician I job description.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Physical Requirements: May require lifting items weighing up to twenty (20) pounds, in addition to bending, kneeling, and stooping.

Travel/License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening.

Visa Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Health Benefits
• Medical and Dental: family coverage
• Vision: employee coverage
• Premium subsidies to offset health costs
• Flexible spending account (FSA) pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses
Paid Time Off
• Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
• 11 days accruable sick leave
• 15 paid holidays
• Perfect attendance leave
• Flexible work schedules (in some departments)
Retirement
• Generous Pension
• Retirement reciprocity may be available
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan
• Retirement Medical Trust Fund
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Benefits By Occupational Unit: Technical & Inspection

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Summary of Traditional Benefits
Memorandum of Understanding: Teamsters

Experience: Six (6) months of full-time equivalent experience explaining program related regulations and requirements to the public in an Environmental Health, Code Enforcement, other DPH program/division/section, or other public sector agency program/department setting, with experience in any of the following:
• Processing applications for permits, licenses, certifications, and/or other closely related government regulated documents and/or records.
• Performing surveillance and inspection duties in Environmental Health programs.
• Assisting with food facilities, recreation (public swimming pools), insect and rodent vector control, or land use inspections.

Individuals who are bilingual in Spanish/English are encouraged to apply. Applicants must indicate bilingual ability on the Application. Employees may receive additional compensation for utilizing bilingual skills when allocated to a bilingual position as approved by the department. Testing may be required in order to receive bilingual compensation.
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.