Environmental Health Specialist II

MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California United States  View Map
Posted: Mar 28, 2025
  • Salary: $94,321.50 - $112,632.00 Annually USD Annually
  • Salary Top:112632
  • Full Time
  • Environmental Services
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

    ABOUT US

    At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

    Marin County Community Development Agency: The Community Development Agency (CDA) has a long history of innovation and leadership. CDA is a multifunctional agency shaping many aspects of environment and communities, organized into five mission-oriented divisions: Planning, Building and Safety, Environmental Health Services, Housing and Federal Grants, and Sustainability. CDA’s mission is to promote, protect, and advance healthy, safe, and equitable communities.

    ABOUT THE POSITION

    There are currently two (2) full-time, regular hire and two (2) full-time, fixed-term [for up to one (1) year each] Environmental Health Specialist II vacancies in the Environmental Health - Consumer Protection Program.The Environmental Health Specialist II (EHS II) independently performs field inspections in all assigned program categories, assists in the performance of complex inspections, investigates complaints, and may be assigned lead responsibility and training for the activities of one or more staff at the trainee level. This position requires travel between various County and business-related locations and may require evening and weekend work.
    Major projects:
    • Performs inspections and enforces the provisions of the State and local health codes pertaining to food, water, housing, and waste disposal services to private and public entities including food facilities, organized camps, public swimming pools, solid waste facilities, and septic systems.
    • Advises or instructs individuals, businesses, institutions and public officials in the prevention and correction of nuisances and unsanitary conditions.
    • Confers with local officials on sanitation problems.
    • Writes reports and findings of investigations and makes recommendations on requirements for correction or legal action.


    ABOUT YOU

    Our Highly Qualified Candidate:
    The highly qualified candidate will be customer-focused, competent utilizing technology for record keeping and conducting research, and committed to facilitating public health. In addition, the ideal candidate will have prior experience conducting inspections and successfully resolving complaints with the public through effective communication (oral and written) and negotiation skills.

    Highly desired: Bilingual* Spanish Speaking and Writing skills
    *Bilingual Testing/Certification: The successful candidate must possess bilingual skills and must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidates possess the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements.
    QUALIFICATIONS
    Knowledge of:
    • General knowledge of basic principles of food science and technology such as food quality and its measurement, disposal of food wastes, food-borne infections and intoxication, and the technological aspects of processing and preserving foods.
    • Principles and practices of inspection, detection, and sanitary control of food processing, water quality, liquid and solid wastes, related hazardous materials and vector problems.
    • Major principles and practices of environmental health as it relates to institutional environments, consumer protection, and occupational health.
    • Basic community health problems and governmental programs designed to control such health problems as solid waste disposal, liquid waste disposal, water pollution, and vector control.
    • The laws and regulations governing environmental health in California.
    • Some knowledge of the design of food processing systems including types of materials used and their location in relation to public health needs.
    • Principles and methods of designing research studies such as data sources and collection methods necessary to obtain information on various public health and sanitation programs and problems.
    • Principles of environmental sanitation and sanitary science.
    • Methods and practices used in inspecting and correcting unsanitary conditions.

    Ability to:
    • Learn and apply provisions of the Health and Safety Code.
    • Establish and maintain effective public relationships.
    • Follow oral and written instructions.
    • Work independently.
    • Prepare records and reports.
    • Detect unsanitary conditions and obtain compliance with current environmental sanitation standards.
    • Communicate and interact in situations requiring instruction, persuasion and counseling.
    • Participate in conferences, group discussions and individual interviews.
    • Define problem areas.
    • Collect, interpret, and evaluate data including drawing valid conclusions.
    • Learn and apply various laws and regulations involving changing standards in the environmental health field.
    • Plan and carry out fieldwork without direct supervision and direct the work of others as assigned.
    • Coordinate visual observation and oral or written communications into concise, descriptive, written or oral reports.
    • Maintain cooperative relations with members of the public, community groups, and other governmental agencies.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Any combination of education and training which would provide the knowledge and abilities to perform as an Environmental Health Specialist II.

    Typically, a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college including 30 semester units of basic science which meets the education requirements of the California State Department of Public Health for registration as an Environmental Health Specialist with the required experience and possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in the State of California.

    Certificates and Licenses

    Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist with the California Department of Public Health.

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION

    All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.

    Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

    Round 1 Selection Interviews will be scheduled for Monday, April 21, 2025

    Round 2 Selection Interviews will be scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025

    Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Stephen Schoengarth, Human Resources Analyst, at 415-473-6946.

    PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.

    COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
    Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .

    Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

    Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

    Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

    IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

    Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.

    For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

    *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

    Closing Date/Time: 4/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • County of Marin
    • County of Marin

    The County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.

    This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.

    OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:

    To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.

     When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.

     We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.

     

     

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