What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health Specialist position at Pacific County Department of Community Development?
To Apply:
A completed Pacific County Employment application, letter or interest, and resume must be completed. Please do not apply solely at indeed.
Please visit: http://co.pacific.wa.us/employment/index.htm for a complete job description, application, and instructions.
Completed applications, letter of interest, and resume can be emailed to nduff@co.pacific.wa.us or mailed or hand delivered to Pacific County DCD, PO Box 68 / 1216 W. Robert Bush Dr, South Bend, WA 98586 or 7013 Sandridge Rd, Long Beach, WA 98631.
The application period will remain open until filled with the first review date of October 16, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
Interprets and enforces regulations relating to: Food Program, Solid Waste Program, Water Program, School Program, On-Site Septic Program, and other areas related to Environmental Health. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: conducting and documenting field inspections; investigating complaints; coordinating enforcement and investigative action with all applicable agencies; public education programs; plan review; other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree involving major study in biological science, microbiology, environmental health, or other closely related science. Must obtain a Registered Sanitarian’s license with the Washington State Board of Registered Sanitarians and a Competency Certificate within 18 months of hire. A valid Driver’s License is required as is the ability to pass a criminal background check.
Benefits:
Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in a deferred compensation plan as well as the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. During the initial 6-month probationary period, employees will accrue 24 hours of annual leave after 3 months and 24 hours after 6 months. Beginning in the 7th month, annual leave will accrue at 9.34 hours per month. Sick leave will accrue at 8 hours per month. Employees will receive 13 paid holidays per year.
Pacific County is an equal opportunity employer and provider
Pay: $5,178.00 - $7,167.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Salary : $5,178 - $7,167