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Environmental Public Health Specialist

City of Springfield (MO)
Springfield, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/14/2026


                
   
Do you have a passion for education and enforcement when it comes to keeping our community safe?

The Springfield-Greene County Health Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Environmental Public Health Specialist (with option to underfill as Environmental Public Health Technician).  

**Salary shown is for the higher-level position - Environmental Public Health Specialist - (Shown below is both salary ranges)**

The Environmental Public Health Specialist position will monitor regulated facilities for compliance with local, state and federal public health/environmental laws.  Position will investigate complaints related to environmental hazards and infectious agents and educate stakeholders on regulations as they apply to their facility using the latest scientific knowledge. Will engage community partners in developing policies and procedures to utilize resources to protect the public's health.  For more information about the Springfield-Greene County Health Department, visit our website, click here.

Please click here for information on our excellent benefits!  

Leadership Philosophy
  The City of Springfield’s leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

 

 
Experience, Education, and Training

Environmental Public Health Specialist:
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in one of the physical or natural sciences. Degree must include an algebra course or higher level math and 30 semester hours in basic sciences;
AND
  • Two years of professional work experience in the environmental or public health field;
OR
  • Three years direct teaching experience in a natural sciences, environmental health or public health discipline.  
Environmental Public Health Technician (Underfill option):
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in one of the physical or natural sciences. Degree must include an algebra course or higher level math and 30 semester hours in basic sciences.

Licensing/Certification
  • Must possess a valid drivers license.
  • Depending upon assignment, incumbent may be required to obtain Missouri Environmental Health Specialist credential within first 30 months of employment. 

 For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job descriptions below.

Environmental Public Health Specialist Job Description - Click here.

Salary Range (Environmental Public Health Specialist): $45,905.60 - $81,660.80 Annually 

Environmental Public Health Technician (Under Fill) Job Description - Click here.

Salary Range (Environmental Public Health Technician - Under Fill): $39,436.80 - $63,523.20 Annually 


The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment.   Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment.  We are committed to a drug-free workplace.  Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety.  The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission.  Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.



Salary : $45,906 - $81,661

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