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Solano County
Environmental Health Specialist (Entry/Journey) DOQ
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What they do
A Safety Specialist works with safety specialists to inspect and test workplace environments and equipment and develop workplace safety programs. May specialize in product and equipment safety, and work to identify and correct safety hazards before they affect a customer or end user.
$68,274 / year median in California
+13% projected growth
Job Description
The Department of Resource Management is a comprehensive agency comprised of the Environmental Health Services, Building and Safety, Planning Services, Public Works, Parks and Administrative Services Divisions. The department provides for the well-being of Solano County's present and future residents and the public at-large through administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, land use planning, transportation and recreation. The Environmental Health Services Division is responsible for protecting public health and the environment by implementing environmental health programs in three broad areas: The Consumer Protection Program, which includes food facilities, pools & spas, body art, and public events The Technical Services Program, which includes drinking water wells, septic systems, and solid waste handling and disposal The Hazardous Materials Program, which includes aboveground and underground storage tanks, hazardous materials & hazardous waste management, and emergency response. Click here to learn more about the Department of Resource Management
THE POSITION
The Department of Resource Management is seeking candidates that have experience performing tasks related to a broad range of Environmental Health and Safety laws and regulations or have the desire to learn. This opening may be filled at the Entry or Journey level depending on qualifications. The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur in the department. The Environmental Health Specialist (Entry) will learn how to and conduct inspections, investigations, and evaluations. As an Environmental Health Specialist (Entry) you would review plans and reports, prepare written records, process permits, and assist the public by providing information to ensure compliance and enforcement of regulations specific to Environmental Health and Safety. This entry level class is in training to qualify for testing and registration as an Environmental Health Specialist with the State of California. The Environmental Health Specialist (Journey) will work independently under general direction of the Environmental Health Supervisor to provide enforcement and consultation for a broad range of Environmental Health and Safety laws and regulations. As an Environmental Health Specialist (Journey) you would conduct inspections, investigations, and evaluations, processing permits and providing information to the public to ensure compliance with health and safety codes and regulations.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Environmental Health Specialist (Entry) $38.08- $46.
Hourly Education/Training:
Must have a current evaluation letter, from the State of California, Department of Health Services, stating certification for employment as an Environmental Health Specialist Trainee, which includes possession of a Bachelor's degree, from an accredited four-year college or university, which meets the requirements of the California Health and Safety Code, Division 104, Part 1, Chapter 4, Article 1, Section 106600 (et sequiter).Experience:
No experience required.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Appointments at the entry level are not expected to be continued for a period longer than three years. Failure to gain Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in accordance with the California Health and Safety Code, Division 104, Part 1, Chapter 4, Article 1, Section 106600 (et sequiter) within three years of appointment will result in termination. Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license. Environmental Health Specialist (Journey) $46.33- $56.
Hourly Education/Training:
A Bachelor's degree, from an accredited four-year college or university, which meets the requirements of the California Health and Safety Code, Division 104, Part 1, Chapter 4, Article 1, Section 106600 (et sequiter).Experience:
One (1) year of experience at the level of Environmental Health Specialist (Entry)SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be registered with the State of California as Registered Environmental Health Specialist, in accordance with Division 104, Part 1, Chapter 4, Article 1, Section 106600 (et sequiter) of the California Health and Safety Code. Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license. Click here for the 'Environmental Health Specialist (Entry)' Job Description Click here for the 'Environmental Health Specialist (Journey)' Job DescriptionSELECTION PROCESS 08/13/2026
- Deadline to submit application and supporting documents 08/26/2026
- 08/31/2026
- Tentative dates of online written exam TBD
- Tentative week for departmental interviews of most qualified candidates Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule.
RETIREES
- Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NeoGov system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the date indicated above. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application's employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write "see resume," as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application. Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment . Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m- 5:00 p.