Environmental Health Specialist I

Environmental Health Specialist IPrint (ApplyEnvironmental Health Specialist ISalary$68,977.20 - $84,206.88 AnnuallyLocationNevada City, CAJob TypeFull TimeJob Number2026-0048DepartmentEnvironmental HealthOpening Date02/27/2026Closing Date3/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Description Benefits Questions Definition and Class CharacteristicsINTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 8, 2026.Nevada County is nestled in California’s Sierra Nevada foothills, about an hour outside Sacramento and two hours from the San Francisco Bay Area. This is a rare opportunity to join the Nevada County Team as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist. You will be working with a friendly and inclusive group of well-rounded Environmental Health Specialists and Technicians who maintain work-life balance through a variety of activities from backpacking, camping, and traveling to art and literature.Environmental Health Team members primarily interpret, implement, and enforce local, state, and federal laws for the protection of public health and safety for our residents and visitors. The ideal Environmental Health Specialist is well-rounded, possessing strong customer service and technical skills, in addition to experience managing special projects, analyzing current procedural processes, and implementing improvements.Education and Experience Required: Equivalent to 30 semester or 45 quarter units of college coursework from an accredited college or university involving chemistry, biology, physics, calculus and algebra as approved by the State of California Department of Health. Possession of a letter issued by the California Department of Public Health -REHS Division, verifying the incumbent's acceptability to participate in a training program. Applicants would need to have a letter from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) REHS Department approving employment as an “EHS Trainee”.Please visit the CDPH website (Registered Environmental Health Specialist Program for more information. Incumbents must participate in an approved training program of field instruction, and pass the California examination for registration as an Environmental Health Specialist within three years of the date of employment. Completion of the required training within the mentioned time periods is a condition of continued employment.Please note: Training requirements for this series are covered in the California Health and Safety Code Section 106600-106735. Specific job assignments may require specialized training per various Federal, State and local codes.Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a hard-working organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides relevant programming to keep us safe and healthy.Employees are offered a robust benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, CalPERS retirement, flexible spending accounts, and paid sick, vacation, and holidays. Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program (through the Department of Education.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.To view the entire job description, click here (.Education and Experience RequiredEquivalent to 30 semester or 45 quarter units of college coursework from an accredited college or university involving chemistry, biology, physics, calculus and algebra as approved by the State of California Department of HealthANDPossession of a letter issued by the California Department of Health Services, verifying the incumbent's acceptability to participate in a training program.Incumbents must participate in an approved training program of field instruction, and pass the California examination for registration as an Environmental Health Specialist within three years of the date of employment. Completion of the required training within the mentioned time periods is a condition of continued employment.Licenses and CertificatesMust obtain a letter from the California Department of Public Health indicating your ability to work as an Environmental Health Specialist Trainee.Benefits GuideTheBenefits Guide (is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unitsummaries and agreements (MOUs) (for additional benefit information.Health InsuranceThe County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.Health Insurance Plans Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser HMO PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum PPO PORAC (Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending AccountsThe County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.Life InsuranceVoya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya: Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision InsuranceNevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.RetirementThe County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAny information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.Nevada County Human Resources Department950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 201Which of the following best describes your level of education? You must provide copies of an official/unofficial transcript to gain credit for coursework you have completed, as well as any credit for college education above the high school level. Did not graduate High School or GED High School or GED Completion of less than 30 semester units or completion of less than 45 quarter units of college coursework Completion of 30 or more semester units or completion of 45 or more quarter units of college coursework Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree 02This position requires a letter issued by the California Department of Health, verifying that you have been accepted to participate in a training program. Failure to attach this documentation will disqualify your application from further consideration. Have you attached this required document? (PLEASE NOTE: We have provided contact information for the State of California on the job flyer). Yes, I have attached the required letter to my application. Not yet, I am currently waiting to receive the required letter No, I do not have one. 03As a follow-up to question #2, if you have not received your official letter from the California Department of Public Health, please advise when your documents were submitted for review.04The Environmental Health Specialist I position is the entry and trainee level in the class. While the main focus of this position is the participation in a approved training program, the successful candidate will work in a variety of assignments including facility inspections and investigations all which provide environmental health services. Please indicate below what you feel your skill level is based on the tasks described. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing these tasks. I have had education or training in how to perform these tasks but have not yet performed it on the job. I have performed these tasks on the job. My work on these tasks was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures. I have performed these tasks as a regular part of a job. I have performed them independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee. I am considered an expert in performing these tasks. I have supervised performance of these tasks or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing these tasks because of my expertise. 05Required documents listed under the minimum requirements must be submitted with your application. This may include: copies of degrees, transcripts (unofficial copies are permitted), licenses and certificates. Please attach them electronically and submit them with your application; your application may be disqualified from further consideration if you fail to attach necessary documentation. Did you attach your required document(s)? Yes No Required QuestionEmployerCounty of NevadaAddress950 Maidu AvenueNevada City, California, 95959Phone530 265 7010WebsiteApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-03-04