Environmental Health Scientist

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health and Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancy with the Health and Human Services Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

Typical Duties

• Conduct compliance and enforcement in any of the environmental health programs that do not require registered staff such as water supply systems, sewage disposal systems, solid waste disposal sites, underground storage tank systems and biomedical waste management.
• Ensure compliance with state and local laws and regulations governing environmental hazards.
• Recommend changes and provide instructions for correction of deficiencies.
• Note violations and secure voluntary compliance.
• Issue written notices of violation or take steps to initiate legal action to enforce compliance.

For a full list of duties for this position, please click here .

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in environmental health or related fields of science; or possess alternate qualifications per Title 17, Article 1, Section 7941 of the California Administrative Code.

Knowledge of:

• General principles of environmental quality control, sanitation and public health.
• Principles of chemistry, biology, microbiology, and environmental health sciences.
• Advanced math including algebra, geometry, and statistical analysis.
• Proper sampling procedures for laboratory analysis.
• Relevant scientific and technical terminology.
• Safety practices of the industry.

Skill/Ability to:

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles, attitudes and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, and technical documents.
• Detect unsanitary conditions and public health hazards.
• Analyze situations accurately and take effective action.
• Use patience, tact, and courtesy to deal with people under various circumstances.
• Write clear, concise, grammatically correct reports, memos, and letters.
• Give and follow complex verbal and written instructions.
• Make scale drawings and plot plans.
• Determine alternative solutions to complex problems and select the most appropriate solution.
• Coordinate work with others.
• Adjust to changes in workload.
• Establish priorities and meet deadlines within a fast-paced work environment. Perform duties under stressful conditions.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Read and understand operational and mechanical procedures of source sampling equipment.
• Work outdoors.
• Communicate and explain technical and legal terms to people from various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Work a flexible schedule including evening, overnight, and weekend hours.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

DESIREABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

License or Certificate:
ICC; Lead inspector assessor; Vector; Certified Pool Operator (CPO)

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act

This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 6

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 8/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of Tulare - HR&D

• 559-636-4900

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