Job Postings

Ingham County has a Sanitarian I position open in the Food Program. This position will primarily be responsible for routine inspections, follow-up inspections, complaint investigations, and foodborne illness investigations related to foodservice operations including fixed facilities, temporary food licenses, and Special Transitory Food Units (STFUs). The salary starts at $53,414,41 per year. The posting will remain open until at least May 5, 2022. 

Please see this link for more information and to apply:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ingham?page=1

Title - Environmental Health Sanitarian – Food program in Charlevoix

Closing date – May 6

Short description –  The Food Sanitarian is the primary contact for the on-site Environmental Health Services programs in Charlevoix County, acts as a professional representative of the Health Department of Northwest Michigan, and is responsible for the execution of general environmental health programs, such as, but not limited to -

Website -  www.nwhealth.org

Environmental Health Division Supervisor with Kalamazoo County

Closing Date: 4/22/2022

Supervise the daily work activities of assigned staff to ensure assigned programs are implemented according to applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to protect the health of citizens and the environment and assist the EH Division Manager with oversight and administration of all programs.

• Provide program administration for the Land, Water, and Wastewater programs; hire/supervise staff. 
• Assist EH Division Chief with administration and management of EH Division program operations and assume responsibility in the absence of EH Chief.
• Provide training and guidance for assigned programs. 
• Assist in emergency response for HCS Department & EH Division. 
• Maintain liaison with the municipal, county, state, and federal agencies with responsibility programs. 
• Provide problem resolution between public and department. 

Link to more info:  https://www.kalcounty.com/hrd/openings.php

Mid-Michigan District Health Department – Gratiot Branch, Ithaca, MI

Qualified applicant will be assuring compliance with applicable state and local laws and regulations; providing public education; reviewing plans; forming and maintaining positive relationships with community partners; and applying critical thinking/problem solving skills.  Applicant will be responsible for inspecting and evaluating premises and establishments of public health significance such as food service establishments, public swimming pools, public campgrounds, on-site water supplies and on-site sewage disposal systems.  Daily physical activity is typically required. Primary program assignments will include the Food Safety and Education Program, Sewage Disposal Management Program and the Water Quality Program.      

Starting Hourly Wage – $21.00 (E.H. Specialist I) / $22.86 (E.H. Specialist II)

Competitive benefit package includes 13 ½ paid holidays, sick and vacation leave after 30 days, defined benefit retirement plan and health insurance plan that currently offers a zero-dollar employee contribution just to name a few.

Visit agency website at  https://www.mmdhd.org/careers/ for full details of position and applying. EOE. 

Application deadline – April 27, 2022

Environmental Health and Water Quality Instructor

Salary: $56,101.00 - $72,671.00 Annually

Location: Mequon, WI

Job Number: 2022-03863

Application deadline is April 28, 2022.

Requirements include a Master's Degree in one of the following:

1. Public Health with a focus in Environmental Health, or

2. Related field such as Environmental Health or Environmental Health and Safety.

Candidates need to demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in environmental health, food safety, air pollution control, health and safety, industrial hygiene, water/wastewater, hazardous materials, or other environmental health related. Also, have a minimum of two years full‐time or equivalent (4000 hours) of relevant work experience in Public Health to include fields such as Food and Dairy Safety (that includes hands‐on lab applications), Air Quality Monitoring and Control, Industrial Hygiene, and Water Quality.

Enjoy time off during the summer, winter break, and spring break.

See link for more details and how to apply:

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/matc/jobs/3494500/instructor-environmental-health-water-quality-full-time?sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

or go to MATC Human Resources link and search for the position:

• Health Department of Northwest Michigan – Full time Director of Environmental Services - based in Charlevoix         

  Working together with all divisions, the administrative team, community, regional, and state partners, the Director of Environmental Services serves a complex, multi-county district health department that includes Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet and Otsego counties, and

  • Manages all Environmental Health Programs for the department, including; Food Safety, Land Use, Private and Public Water Supplies, State Licensed Facilities and Regional Laboratory services.  Includes primary oversight of program planning, development, monitoring and evaluation, budget preparation and management, advocacy and policy development, and human resource management.
• • Provides leadership and vision, utilizes the strategic plan to guide objectives, directs the planning, implementation and evaluation of the Agency's programs and services to ensure they contribute to the Agency's mission to promote wellness, prevent disease, provide quality health care, address health problems of vulnerable populations, and protect the environment.
  • Demonstrates core public health values, including equity, social justice, affordability and accessibility, core Agency values, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, organizational skills, initiative, collaboration, strong advocacy skills, and positive leadership.

  Requirements: Excellent communication skills, a minimum of six years of progressively more responsible experience involving environmental health, and four years in a lead or supervisory capacity are required.

  Preferred knowledge and experience: Experience in supervision and personnel management, program administration in public health or community programs, policy development and analysis, budget preparation and management, function and role of government and political systems.

  Education: Possession of a Master's degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, or a related degree.

  We offer a competitive wage, generous time off, and an excellent benefit package. If you're an environmental professional with the skill set listed above, who seeks a challenging position within a progressive health department, we want to talk with you.

  Application instructions:  Interested and qualified applicants should –

  • Visit our website, www.nwhealth.org, for more information on Health Department of Northwest Michigan.
  • Click on the Careers tab to download a HDNW job application (this is not an online application – it will need to be downloaded and saved on your computer in order to complete it and submit it.)
  • Submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) completed job application to careers@nwhealth.org.

  All three items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. This position will remain open until filled.

Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Oakland County - Public Health Sanitarian Technician

Job Summary

Implements and enforces the County Sanitary Code and State Laws relating to environmental health through the Oakland County Health Division. Makes field inspections and recommendations pertaining to public health to places such as food establishments, body art facilities, group lodging and care facilities, home sites, and recreational areas.  Maintains records and reports for documentation of sanitation matters, and makes recommendations regarding licensure or code violations. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

1.  Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Public Health, Sanitary Science, Environmental Health or a closely related field of study.           

2.  Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license. Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.

3.  Pass the complete examination, including the employment physical, established for this classification.

4.  Successfully complete the six month probationary period.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oakgov?keywords=sanitarian