Environmental Health Specialist

Missoula County is hiring an Environmental Health Specialist I for a full-time position in Missoula, MT. The role involves technical and regulatory work in air quality, land services, and water quality to protect community health. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in environmental health or related sciences and one year of experience. The pay is $27.93 per hour, and promotion opportunities exist after obtaining Sanitarian registration.
Position: Environmental Health Specialist I

This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team committed to positively impacting the community. The pay rate for this position is $27.93 per hour.

The Missoula County Environmental Health Department is seeking an
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST I to join their team. The Environmental Health Specialist I (EHS1) performs technical and regulatory work in areas such as air quality, land services, licensed establishments, or water quality, to protect and support the health of people, environments, and communities. Employees hired as Environmental Health Specialist I must become a Sanitarian in Training within one month of hire and a Registered Sanitarian with the Montana Board of Sanitarians within one year.

Promotion to Environmental Health Specialist II is possible after registration as a Sanitarian.

Details: Priority screening begins on Thursday, June 5, 2025. It is in your best interest to apply by this date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or an adequate applicant pool is established.

To Apply:
• Complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted.
• Include with your application: college transcripts (unofficial accepted), a letter of interest, and a resume.
• Answer the Supplemental Questions.
• Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• Contact the Department of Human Resources for the full job description.

As an Environmental Health Specialist I, your duties will include:
• Inspecting licensed establishments such as restaurants, pools, and public facilities; performing plan reviews; investigating outbreaks; and teaching food safety classes.
• Issuing permits and conducting site evaluations for land services such as septic and well permits, groundwater monitoring, and development inspections.
• Monitoring air quality, establishing air monitoring sites, and ensuring compliance with air quality standards.
• Collecting water samples, maintaining monitoring wells, evaluating water quality data, and coordinating pollution prevention efforts.
• Engaging in public education, attending meetings, preparing reports, and participating in emergency response efforts.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental health or biological/physical sciences required.

Experience: One year of professional experience in environmental health, related sciences, public health, education, enforcement, or regulation.

Special Requirements: Valid Montana driver’s license required. Vaccination status may be requested; accommodations provided if necessary. Physical exertion, outdoor work, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, travel, and weekend work are involved.

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