Position Description:
The Environmental Health Specialist I performs inspections and investigations in a wide variety of facilities and environments to determine compliance with federal, state, and City codes. Program areas include: food safety assurance and recalls; recycling; housing; property maintenance; public health nuisance control; plan review; food and water-borne illness investigation; lodging inspection and sanitation; swimming pool safety and sanitation; water supply sanitation; noise; water and air pollution control; indoor air quality; radon; emergency response; body art; massage; and special events.
The Environmental Health Specialist II will assist the Community Health Administrator in planning and administering the Health Division; will protect public health and safety by conducting inspections and investigations, providing education, and encouraging voluntary compliance with City Codes. Codes enforced include; The Minnesota Food Code, Minnesota Pool Code, City of Edina Health Code, and other applicable Federal, State and local codes. The EHS II will coordinate activities and perform lead work duties in assigned program areas.
Edina Public Health Recruitment Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeQVPxsDH7c&t=6s
Position Requirements:
Environmental Health Specialist I
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Food Science, Physical Sciences or related field.
Registered Sanitarian/Environmental Health Specialist, or the ability to obtain registration within 18 months of employment.
Valid driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications:
Certified Pool Operator/Aquatic Facilities Operator Certificate.
Standardized Food Inspection Officer.
Environmental Health Specialist II
Minimum Qualifications:
The job requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Biological Science, Sanitary Science, Food Science or related field and a minimum of five years experience in regulatory environmental health. The employee must be a Registered Environmental Health Specialist and possess a valid driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications:
A standardized Food Inspection Officer is preferred.
Position Closing Date:
August 23, 2026
Link to Posting:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edinamn/jobs/5437167/environmental-health-specialist?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs