ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST I

County of S a nta Cruz INVITES YOU TO APPLY FOR: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST I Consumer Protection Program Supplemental Questionnaire Required Open and Promotional Job # 26-TJ7-01 Salary: $7,297 – 9,505 / Month Closing Date: Monday, November 30, 2026 Plus $10,000 Recruitment Incentive* County Equity Statement Equity in action in Santa Cruz County is a transformative process that embraces individuals of every status, providing unwavering support, dignity, and compassion. Through this commitment, the County ensures intentional opportunities and access, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and belong. THE JOB: Under direction, inspect and investigate environmental health conditions to enforce Federal, State, County and local environmental health and safety laws, ordinances, and regulations; obtain compliance or corrective action; educate the public concerning environmental health and safety; and do other work as required. Environmental Health Specialist I position may be assigned in one of the following units: Consumer Protection, Hazardous Materials, Site Mitigation, Land Use, Sewage Disposal & Wastewater, and Water Resources. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current and future vacancies throughout the life of the eligible list. Inspectors are required to work in the office or out in the field. A hybrid remote work option may be available depending on the type of work and operational needs. THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying, unless otherwise specified. A typical way to obtain this knowledge and abilities would be: Human Resources Department, 701 Ocean Street, Suite 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Apply online at: www.santacruzcountyjobs.com EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or any combination of education and experience approved by the California State Department of Health Services. No experience required beyond that required for registration as an Environmental Health Specialist by the California Department of Health Services. Special Requirements/Conditions: License Requirements: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California State Department of Health Services. Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License. Special Working Conditions: Exposure to variable temperatures; slippery surfaces; loud noises; sunburn; dust and pollen; bee stings; infections, such as tick- borne Lyme disease or mosquito-borne encephalitis; angry or hostile persons; hazardous materials; wetness, such as while walking in the rain or through a stream on a site inspection; raw or partially treated sewage; inadequate ventilation; live electrical wires, aggressive dogs, fleas, cockroaches & rodents. Other Special Requirements: Positions may be assigned to carry a pager, cell phone or other communication equipment and respond to emergency situations and perform on-call or call-back duties. Work situations may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Knowledge: Working knowledge of methods and techniques of scientific investigation, inspection and resolving unsanitary conditions; the principles and practices of environmental health inspections, regulations and enforcement; functions and relationships of Federal, State, regional and local regulatory agencies responsibility for investigating violations of environmental health and safety laws; proven techniques and methodologies to conduct scientific and regulatory investigations; environmental health and safety codes; principles of environmental health and sanitation; State laws, local ordinances and regulations governing environmental health and sanitation. Some knowledge of a particular area of specialization such as public water systems, hazardous materials management, …

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