Environmental Specialist Level I/II *Revised

About the role

The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 7/1/2026, *7/15/2026, *7/29/2026 (final)

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and resolve environmental issues in areas of regulatory compliance, public health, environmental health, and pollution prevention.
• Conduct environmental inspections, compliance, monitoring, regulation, and research.
• Collaborate with others to build and maintain constructive relationships and respond effectively to concerns.
• Represent the department in contacts and relationships with the public, local business community, and other government agencies.
• Develop, prepare, and present studies and reports to governmental boards, civic organizations, and other groups.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Environmental Specialist (Level I): Either graduation from an accredited college or university with major in health science, public health, natural science, physical science, environmental science, or a related field, or written proof of acceptance of education required by the State of California Environmental Health Services.
  • Environmental Specialist (Level II): Graduation from an accredited college or university with major in health science, public health, natural science, physical science, environmental science, or a related field, or possession of valid certification as Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) by State of California.
• Special Requirements:
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to stoop and kneel, climb, walk rough terrain, work in adverse weather conditions, and perform duties outside of normal working hours.
  • Professional Certification/Registration Requirements: Possession of valid certification as Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Dairy Inspector by State of California for positions requiring these certifications.

Qualifications

• Education: Relevant degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: At least one year of professional experience in environmental regulation, analysis, or environmental research for Level II positions.

Skills

• Knowledge of environmental compliance assurance principles.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply scientific, legal, technical, and complex guidelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, using scientific and technical terminology.
• Ability to locate, research, interpret, and apply environmental laws and regulations.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate activities, meet critical deadlines, and work independently within established guidelines.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

• Level 1 - $6,688.56 /month
• Level 2 - $7,200.08 - $8,750.46 /month

Schedule

N/A

Application and Testing Information

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply.

County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

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