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10/23/2025

Environmental Health Specialist/ Environmental Health Specialist-In-Training

Marietta/Belpre Health Department

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Environmental Health Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting regular inspections of Food Service Operations, Retail Food Establishments, Body Art Establishments, Manufactured Home Parks, Public Swimming Pools and Campground facilities to ensure compliance with Ohio Revised and Administrative Codes.

Duties

• Implement, and maintain environmental policies and procedures in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Review plans for new facilities, issue licenses and permits.
• Follow-up on complaints and animal bites.
• Prepare detailed monthly reports.
• Collaborate with various departments and community partners to promote environmental awareness.
• Respond to environmental incidents or emergencies, providing guidance on containment and remediation efforts.
• Stay updated on changes in environmental regulations and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in environmental health, sciences, or engineering with 30 semester hours in natural and applied sciences REQUIRED.
• Current registration with the Ohio Environmental Health Specialist Program as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or be able to obtain registration as an Environmental Health Specialist-in-Training.
• Participates in the Department's emergency preparedness drills and responses to real-time emergencies, as required.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to train others effectively.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in evaluating compliance issues.
• Job duties include office and field work, in-state travel is required, other duties and trainings as required by the Marietta/Belpre Board of Health, Health Commissioner, Administrator, and Environmental Health Director.
• Employee must have a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about environmental stewardship to apply for this important role within our organization.

Job Type: Full-time, pay based on experience.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick and 12.5 paid holidays)
• Retirement plan

Email cover letter and resume to kellymiller@mariettaohio.gov

Kelly Miller, Administrator/REHS

740-373-0611 ext. 2304

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