Environmental Health Specialist 1 or 2-RS
Location: Bremerton, WA
Closing date: June 21, 2026
About the Position:
Under the direction of the Food and Pools Program Manager, the incumbent performs environmental health services mandated under federal, state, and/or local regulations governing food safety and water recreation. The specific functions of this position are to promote and protect the health, safety, and well-being of the public and to prevent injuries and the spread of disease. By conducting regulatory inspections and education, the incumbent directly mitigates critical risks, as failure to perform these essential tasks could lead to an increase in foodborne illnesses, waterborne diseases, and recreational injuries. The incumbent will be assigned to work a varying and flexible 40-hour workweek schedule, which includes rotating evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Some of What You'll Do:
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Conducts routine and follow-up inspections at food service establishments in assigned area at set performance standards per month.
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Conducts temporary food service establishment inspections when required.
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Conducts interviews and investigations of foodborne illness complaints.
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Responds to general food service establishment complaints and makes inspections as necessary.
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Keeps current on food service and disease prevention issues, technology and regulations.
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Maintains database and file records.
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Conducts plan reviews and pre-operational inspections for new and remodeled food service establishments.
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Schedules and conducts office conferences and administrative hearings with food services establishment operators to provide and explain terms for continued operation.
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Develops educational materials.
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Conducts water recreation facility inspections in assigned areas and conducts follow-up inspections as needed.
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Conducts interviews and investigations of disease, injury, near drowning, and drowning.
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Assists with investigations of disease, injury, and general complaints.
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Responds to general water recreational facility complaints and makes inspections as necessary.
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Assists with standard calibration and maintenance service for program and field equipment and keeps maintenance logs.
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Provides technical assistance to and corresponds with the general public, other governmental agencies, and Health District staff on program related activities.
posted 06.11.2026
Environmental Health Specialist Supervisor (OSS)
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department
Location: Tacoma, WA
Closing date: Open until Filled
About the Position:
The Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) Supervisor is a first-line supervisor of employees involved in inspecting, monitoring, and evaluating field sites and facilities for compliance with health and safety regulations. Duties include facilitating administrative hearings, variances, and waivers within a regulatory environment and providing supervision and training to staff. This position works within the Onsite Sewage and Drinking Water Resources program and primarily supervises staff who review septic system designs, assess compliance with environmental and certified professional regulations, approve drinking water sources, and review land use applications.
Some of What You'll Do:
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Supervises and coordinates the work of employees involved in conducting field and office reviews of plan applications, including food service establishments, schools, camps, water recreation facilities, onsite sewage systems, drinking water wells, waste management, water quality and protection and others.
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Implements strategies that boost employee productivity, such as optimizing workflows and maximizing the use of technology and other Department resources.
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Manages staff performance. Provides regular performance feedback to employees, including timely and thorough performance reviews. Performs regular employee check ins and addresses issues that arise in a timely manner.
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Manages interpersonal issues with discretion in a timely manner and in a manner that minimizes future conflict. Facilitates a cohesive work team and manages staff with varied needs and personalities effectively. Leads employee engagement and satisfaction efforts.
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Partners with HR and Program Manager on the investigation and resolution of disciplinary matters. Issues discipline, including employee employment termination.
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Ensures employees comply with legal requirements and Department policies and procedures.
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Audits and approves employee timecards. Reviews and approves time off requests, taking into account staffing coverage and Department policies and procedures.
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Effectively develops their direct reports. Provides training and development. Identifies training needs and provides opportunities for growth. Mentors and coaches their staff.
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Acts as hiring authority and partners with HR and Program Manager on recruiting staff. Develops and implements training plans to ensure new staff are properly onboarded and trained.
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Assists program manager to allocate program resources such as Department vehicles, training funds, and purchasing dollars. Approves and signs purchase orders.
posted 05.05.2026
Environmental Health Specialist
Harney County
Location: Burns, OR
Closing date: Until Filled
About the Position:
In this role, you will serve as the executive leader for the Department of Ecology’s Environmental Assessment Program (EAP), a statewide scientific and technical program that delivers credible environmental data to inform policy and protect Washington’s environment. You will provide strategic decision-making and develop policies with broad, agency-wide impacts affecting both government operations and the public.
Some of What You'll Do:
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Establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees, business owners and the general public.
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Issue or deny permits pursuant to established rules, as required by the department; inspect installations of completed systems for compliance; and perform adequacy evaluations of existing systems. Take corrective actions as needed, according to county and state code.
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Maintain records of inspections and other activities; prepare reports and recommendations; and complete reports for state as requested/required.
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Conduct inspections on the condition of existing septic and water systems as well as soil conditions as requested.
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Inspect on-site sewage disposal installations; issue permits, enforce regulation of state government pertaining to installations; and assist in design, layout and proper installation of facilities.
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Assist in surveys of possible health hazards in the County to monitor the quality and efficiency of water and disposal systems in areas without community water and sewer.
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Participate in after hours or weekend events as needed, to include, but may not be limited to conferences, community meetings, workshops, media events, inspections, and public health emergencies.
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Attend state-sponsored conferences and training seminars as required to obtain new information concerning rules, regulations and procedures.
posted 02.10.2026