Environmental Health Specialist 2, 3, 4, or 5

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Fayetteville (Fayette County), GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2026-00664
Division/Section: District 4 County Position
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
Environmental Health Specialist 2, 3, 4, or 5

Fayette County Environmental Health Office

District 4 Public Health

245 Booker Ave, Suite E

Fayetteville, GA 30215
Under broad supervision, conducts inspections and audits of assigned facilities/sites for compliance with applicable health codes in a Public Health District. Reviews and/or prepares applications, permits and technical reports. Investigates and responds to complaints of potential health hazards and requests for service. Owns assigned tasks. May also serve in a lead role.
All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Interprets regulatory issues, technical issues, and analytical data to document compliance
• Investigates complaints, provides environmental education and technical assistance
• Performs inspections, interviews, technical reviews and recommends enforcement actions as needed
• Plans and conducts facility audits and inspections
• Prepares sampling plan and collects samples in accordance with established procedures
• Provides information to the public, regulated community, and enforcement officers regarding the environmental laws and regulations
• Responds to environmental emergencies and conducts safety evaluations
• Reviews permit applications; drafts, modifies and issues permits in accordance with the rules, regulations, and established procedures
• Reviews permit requirements and regulations in order to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental laws

Minimum Qualifications
Environmental Health Specialist 2 - (Annual salary - $47,101.41)

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Environmental Health Specialist 1 (RCP120) OR position equivalent. Note: Any agency-specific certification/training that may be experience
Environmental Health Specialist 3 - (Annual salary - $51,811.56)

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours or (40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Environmental Health Specialist 2 (RCP121) OR position equivalent

Environmental Health Specialist 4 - (Annual salary - $58,547.06)
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND One year of experience at the lower-level PH Envir Compl Specialist 3 (RCP122) or position equivalent

Environmental Health Specialist 5 - (Annual salary - $66,158.17)
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) AND Current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist or Sanitarian by the National Environmental Health Association or an equivalent recognized credentialing board AND One year of experience as a PH Envir Compl Specialist 4 (RCP123) or position equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (Spanish/English Speaking
• Environmental Health Specialist experience in Public Health
• Food Service Standardization and ServSafe Certification
• A passing score on a nationally recognized registration examination for environmental health specialists or sanitarians (such as the examination given by the National Environmental Health Association or the professional examination service)

• Certified in the State Onsite Sewage Program or eligible for certification
• Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA)
• Recognized credentialing of a state or county board having equivalent standards as NEHA
• Currently qualified as a Standardized Retail Food Inspection Officer

Additional Information
Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees:

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package
• Employees Retirement System
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
• Atlanta Postal Credit Union

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Additional Perks:

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

To learn more about District 4 Public Health visit -

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
*District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.
Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following
Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting

Reference Checks & Immunizations Required
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Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

02


What is your highest level of education completed?

• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

03


Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?

• No
• Full Time Employee
• Part Time Employee
• Temp or Contractor
• Intern
• Volunteer

04


How many years of experience do you have in the Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?

• 0<1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• 10+ Years

05


Are you currently Registered as an Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) or Recognized Credentialing of a state or county board having equivalent standards as NEHA?

• Registered EH Specialist
• Registered Sanitarian
• Both
• No

06


Do you have experience in plan review, permitting, and inspections in all Environmental Health Programs?

• Yes
• No

07


Have you attended and completed the Georgia Environmental Health Training class?

• Yes
• No

08


Serving our community during an emergent event is a condition of employment for Public Health workers. In the event of an emergency, you may be required to work extended hours, to include nights and weekends. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

09


Are you bilingual - Spanish speaking?

• Yes
• No

10


Do you have any relatives working for District 4 Public Health or any of our 12 County Health Departments? (Butts, Carroll, Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Henry, Lamar, Meriwether, Pike, Spalding, Troup, and Upson counties)

• Yes
• No

Required Question