ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST TRAINEE

Online exam window tentatively scheduled for September 8-9, 2026. Interviews tentatively scheduled for September 22-25, 2026.

About the role

Incumbents in this classification receive training in and learn how to conduct inspections, investigations, and evaluations of environmental health conditions within Fresno County. Fresno County is working together for a quality of life for all. Our mission is to provide excellent public services to our diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, investigations, and evaluations of environmental health conditions within Fresno County

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree that is acceptable to the State of California, Department of Public Health for certification as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist
• A current evaluation letter from the State of California, Department of Public Health, stating that the education qualifications specified in the State of California, Health and Safety Code Sections 106660 and 106635 have been met (a copy of this evaluation letter is required and must be submitted by the closing date and time of this recruitment)
• Possession of a valid Class “C” driver’s license, or equivalent

Note: Permanent status may not be obtained in this classification. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 106625, incumbents may not exceed five (5) years as a Trainee. Incumbents must obtain registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health, and advance to the Environmental Health Specialist I classification within five (5) years from the date of initial employment or be separated from County Service. Any time employed as an Environmental Health Specialist Trainee with other Agencies will be counted towards the five (5) year period.

Physical demands

Positions in this classification are in Medical Group III - Heavy Physical Activity. This group includes positions which require heavy physical effort using arms, legs, back and trunk in frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing (or offering resistance equivalent to) over 25 pounds. Generally, considerable bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, as well as standing and walking are involved. Physical stamina is usually required and explosive strength using bursts of energy may be required, depending upon specific position assignments.