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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INSPECTOR II

State of Arkansas - AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Pine Bluff, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026

Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR  72205

 

Position Number: 22105780

County: Jefferson              City: Pine Bluff

Posting End Date: 05/13/26 

Division of Public Health Protection – Environmental

 

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

 

Additional Preferences: 

 

Frequent in-state and limited out-of-state travel is required. A valid driver’s license is required.

 

This employee is required to carry a cell phone 24/7/365 and respond to emergencies.

 

This position will cover the following counties in Southeast Arkansas:

Arkansas, Ashley, Bradley, Chicot, Desha, Drew, Jefferson, Lee, Lincoln, Phillips, Prairie, and St. Francies.

 

Hiring Official: J. Jackson


The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Job Series: Environmental Health – Career-path

Classification: Environmental Health Inspector II

Class Code: IEH02P

Pay Grade: SGS08

Salary Range: $63,086 - $93,367

Job Summary

The Environmental Health Inspector II is a mid-level position responsible for conducting inspections, investigations, and assessments related to public health and environmental safety. This position ensures that businesses, facilities, and organizations comply with environmental health regulations to protect the community’s health. The Environmental Health Inspector II works independently with some oversight from supervisors and provides guidance to entry-level inspectors.

Primary Responsibilities

Conduct regular inspections and investigations of facilities, including food establishments, hotels, schools, waste disposal sites, and water systems, to ensure compliance with environmental health standards. Identify and document violations of health and safety codes and recommend corrective actions. Educate facility owners and operators about health regulations and best practices for compliance. Prepare detailed reports on inspections, violations, and corrective actions. Assist in the planning and execution of public health initiatives, including disease control measures and health education programs. Respond to public health emergencies and environmental complaints as needed. Maintain accurate records of inspections, citations, and enforcement actions.

Knowledge and Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of environmental health regulations, sanitation, food safety, water quality standards, and other related areas. Strong inspection and investigation skills, data collection, and report writing. Proficiency in using inspection tools and relevant software. Ability to enforce regulations fairly and impartially, communicate effectively with facility operators and the public, and analyze environmental health data to make informed decisions. Certification as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or eligible for certification. Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental health regulations and enforcement practices.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, public health, biology, or a related field. At least 2 years of experience in environmental health inspection or a closely related field.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $63,086 - $93,367

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