Environmental Health Specialist I/II – Butte County, CA
Are you looking for government jobs in usa? Butte County is currently recruiting for Environmental Health Specialist I and II positions within the Public Health Department. This is a “Regular Help” opportunity located in the Oroville/Chico area.
*Scheduled to receive a 5% COLA increase in July 2026!
Join Government Jobz in exploring this career path where you will protect public health through inspections and enforcement of environmental codes.
Role Definition & Levels
As an Environmental Health Specialist, you will manage programs like consumer protection, water sanitation, and land use. Government Jobz notes that this recruitment covers two levels:
- Level I: Entry-level for those working toward State Registration.
- Level II: Journey-level for Registered Environmental Health Specialists (REHS).
Essential Job Functions
Specialists found on Government Jobz perform the following major duties:
- Inspect retail food establishments and special event vendors for health code compliance.
- Monitor sewage disposal systems, public swimming pools, and small water systems.
- Investigate reported cases of food-borne illnesses and unsanitary conditions.
- Review construction plans for food facilities and septic systems.
- Educate the public on sanitary measures and environmental safety laws.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for these usa jobs, applicants need:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or a related science field.
- Certifications: A valid US driver’s license. Level I requires an REHS Trainee certificate; Level II requires a valid California REHS Registration.
- Experience: Level I requires no experience; Level II requires one year of professional environmental health experience.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
This role involves both office work and field inspections. Fieldwork may include exposure to loud noise, extreme temperatures, and hazardous substances. You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance and walk on uneven surfaces during site visits.
Government Jobz reminds all applicants that Butte County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers, requiring a loyalty oath upon hire.