Environmental Health Specialist I or II - Development Services (Prescott)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Prescott, AZ
Job Type: Full Time - Non Exempt
Job Number: 202600153
Department: Development Services
Opening Date: 05/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Role
Are you driven by the opportunity to make a lasting positive impact on both the environment and the community where you live? If so, we have an amazing opportunity for you! Yavapai County Development Services Department is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist to join our team.


Environmental Health Specialist I

or

Environmental Health Specialist II

We are looking for an Environmental Health Specialist that is detail-orientated, possesses strong communication skills, and demonstrates exceptional customer service abilities along with a genuine passion for promoting environmental health. Additionally, they should be adaptable to evolving challenges within the field and have a comprehensive understanding of relevant regulations.

We are accepting applications for an Environmental Health Specialist I or an Environmental Health Specialist II position, contingent upon the qualifications and skill sets of eligible applicants.

Hiring salary range for Environmental Health Specialist I is $19.21 to $24.49 per hour
Hiring salary range for Environmental Health Specialist II is $25.74 to $32.82 per hour
Minimum Qualifications
ENVIORNMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST i:
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
No experience required
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.

ENVIORNMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST II:
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in the field of Environmental Health or related field.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess current Registered Sanitarian certification in the State of Arizona.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program


ELECTIVE COVERAGE
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)


PLEASE NOTE
• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
01


Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02


How much relevant experience in the field of Environmental Health or related field do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• More than 4 years

03


Do you possess current Registered Sanitarian certification in the State of Arizona?

• Yes
• No

04


Which Environmental Health Specialist positions are you interested in applying?

• Environmental Health Specialist I
• Environmental Health Specialist II
• Both

Required Question