Supervising Environmental Health Specialist
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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER
County of Los Angeles
PUBLIC HEALTH
Location
Los Angeles, California, 90010
Salary
$8,645.92 - $11,651.46
per month
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading teams of environmental health specialists to oversee inspections, enforce public health laws, and manage programs that protect communities from environmental hazards in Los Angeles County.
The role requires directing operations in a specific region or major division, evaluating staff performance, and developing policies to ensure consistent application of health regulations.
It's a great fit for experienced public health professionals with strong leadership skills who enjoy supervising teams and solving complex community issues.
Key Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in environmental health, public health, or a related field, plus several years of progressively responsible experience in environmental health inspection and enforcement
- Valid registration as an Environmental Health Specialist in California
- Proven supervisory experience over professional environmental health staff, including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions
- Knowledge of local, county, and state environmental health laws, regulations, and ordinances
- Ability to develop and implement programs, policies, and procedures for environmental health services
- Strong skills in problem-solving, staff training, and resolving consumer complaints related to public health issues
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities to guide teams and standardize enforcement methods
Full Job Description
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO UPDATE THE BULLETIN LANGUAGE AND TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL APPLICATION FILING.
EXAM NUMBER:
PH5688G
PH5688G
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from anyone!
FIRST DAY OF FILING:
We welcome applications from anyone!
FIRST DAY OF FILING:
We will be accepting online applications from Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous.
We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
No out-of-class experience will be accepted.
CHECK OUT OUR OUTSTANDING BENEFITS!
We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country, including diverse healthcare choices, and strong retirement plans. For more information about the outstanding benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Environmental Health Services Manager positions within the Department of Public Health. We are looking for someone who directs the environmental health services in one of the several health services regions; or has immediate charge of a major division of the Environmental Management organization.
For information about the specific classification standards for this position, please visit the following link: Environmental Health Services Manager
Requirements
What will I do as an Environmental Health Services Manager?- Assesses the quality of inspection and enforcement activities being provided and determines the effectiveness of subordinate staff at the program, region, and district level.
- Recommends to a Bureau Director the addition of new and the modification of existing environmental health laws and, following adoption, formulates program, policies and procedures and participates with subordinate Chief Environmental Health Specialists in their development and implementation.
- Supervises Chief Environmental Health Specialists who exercise supervision over the activities of registered Environmental Health Specialist staff and acts as resource expert for subordinate staff on policy, administrative and procedural matters; provides guidance, counseling and advice on techniques of staff supervision, problem solving, policies, and methods of enforcing environmental health laws.
- Reviews the work of and prepares formal performance evaluations on subordinate staff; recommends promotion and transfer of staff members to better use personnel and promote individual growth and development; takes disciplinary action including verbal and written reprimands, suspensions or discharges.
- Occasionally resolves the more difficult problems which arise from consumer complaints lodged through City Councils or the Board of Supervisors in order to mitigate any loss of good will while ensuring continued application of applicable public health laws.
- Standardizes methods and procedures to provide for uniform application of City, County and State health laws and ordinances.
- Drafts recommendations on proposed health legislation and ordinances which affect the methods and procedures of the activities in any of the assignments.
- Coordinates with other functions of the environmental management program and meets with administrative personnel in governmental agencies, private industry, and citizens groups for the purpose of establishing program or policy refinements such as a more direct means of submitting complaints or requesting advice, to discuss proposed health legislation, or to keep apprized of health trends, demands and needs of the community.
- Occasionally meets with members of the press and other news media concerning problems of community interest such as rodent control, sewage disposal, water pollution or the safety of food supplies and consumer protection.
- Prepares preliminary budget requests and recommends new or revised programs and policies by analyzing statistical data and reports prepared by subordinate staff.
- Represents the Environmental Health Deputy or the bureau director of District Environmental Services at periodic regional or community group meetings as needed.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:Two (2) years' experience at the level* of Chief Environmental Health Specialist or higher.
LICENSE:
- Certificate as a Registered Environmental Health Specialists issued by the California State Board of Public Health**.
- A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to apply an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*You may still qualify even if your job title isn’t exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level — meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.
**License/Certificate Information: In the license/certificate section of your application, be sure to give the title of your required certificate, number, date issued, date of expiration. Also, attach a legible copy of your original certificate (not the pocket license) as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist issued by the California Department of Public Health to your online application at the time of filing or email to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of application submission. The required license and/or certificate must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted.
VETERAN'S CREDIT:
If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or email it to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov as soon as possible so, if you are eligible for veteran’s credit, we can include it before the list is available.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications:
If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or email it to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov as soon as possible so, if you are eligible for veteran’s credit, we can include it before the list is available.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications:
- Additional experience beyond the Requirements.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This assessment type will evaluate the training and experience you list on a questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system.
This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your total score and assesses: Requirements and Desirable Qualifications.
Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the list.
Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION and VACANCY INFORMATION:
Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on the Eligible Register list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. We will use this Eligible Register list to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur.
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Any, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
HOW TO APPLY:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst
Department Contact Phone: (213) 684-8726
Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (844) 914-1006
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
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