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Environmental Health Director Posting

General Information

• Job Title:   Environmental Health Director
• Location:   2012 East Preston, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
• Base Pay:  $46.73 - $58.41 per hour
• Employee Type:  Exempt
• Job Category:  District Wide
• Minimum Experience:  3 years
• Required Degree:  Bachelor’s degree

Description:

The Central Michigan District Health Department (CMDHD) is seeking an experienced Environmental Health Director to lead our environmental health programs.  This full-time (1.0) position is responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of the environmental health services program to protect and promote community health.  The ideal candidate will be an innovative leader with a strong background in public health and environmental health principles.  Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, science, engineering or other related field and current REHS or Michigan RS certification required.  Master’s degree in a field of science, public health, or public administration, or other related field preferred.  In-depth knowledge and professional certification necessary to complete more complex evaluations and reviews.  Priority consideration will be given to candidates with at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in public health, leadership, and/or management.  Ideal candidate will have experience and passion for problem solving, verbal and written communication, management skills, including program evaluation, budgeting, use of progressive discipline, and policy and procedure development.  This full-time position offers full benefits, including health/life/dental insurances, 20 vacation and 12 sick days with an additional 3 ½ paid days of personal time per year, 12 paid holidays, MERS defined contribution retirement plan with up to 10% employer contribution, and flexible scheduling are included.

General Summary:  

The Department Director position is a senior level leadership position. This position requires strong leadership skills, communication skills, ability to plan and evaluate programs, ability to exercise independent judgment, ability to develop and monitor programming budgetary requirements, and to facilitate leadership skills in others. This position entails supervision of a wide variety of public health programs and employees and requires an individual who is highly committed to public health and has the vision to move the agency forward. In addition, the Department Director will be highly engaged in developing, implementing and facilitating various agency wide plans and goals, such as the strategic plan, health improvement plan and workforce development plan. This leadership position requires the ability to work well under pressure and respond to internal and external community needs.

Essential Duties:

1. Directs the operations of the Environmental Health Department.
2. Advanced knowledge and ability to oversee, organize, plan and evaluate assigned programs at a level normally acquired through five to seven years of progressively more responsible, related experience.  Supervisory experience preferred.
3. Analytical abilities necessary to evaluate and monitor department results and program compliance, and devise appropriate plans and strategies to achieve desired outcomes for individual, population and community health.
4. Ability to plan and organize own work, oversee and direct the work of others, and identify and resolve complex operational, personnel, or service delivery problems.
5. Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse communities and families.
6. Communication and writing skills necessary to provide guidance and instruction to staff, and collaborate with internal and external contacts in developing and implementing program plans, policies, and procedures.
7. Interviewing and selecting environmental health staff. Supervisory responsibilities including training and orientation of new employees. Assign, review and direct work to environmental health staff. Provide guidance and interpretation of laws, codes and ordinances. Evaluates staff performance, initiates disciplinary actions and responds to grievances as they relate to the employees of the Environmental Health Department.
8. Conducts field investigations on complex or unusual situations to determine compliance with laws, codes and ordinances. Participates in field activities as needed.
9. Arranges informal office hearings concerning license status, prepares legal orders for suspensions of licenses upon determination of an imminent hazard to the public health of such situations. Represents the department in formal hearings for license revocations.
10. Participates in the Community Needs Assessment and Strategic Plan development and implementation. Develops goals and programs based on those results.
11. Participates in community projects and delivers environmental health education.
12. Participates in various committees, conferences, professional meetings and public hearings.
13. Collaborates with local, state and federal agencies in providing assistance and guidance when needed.
14. Oversees the management of environmental health data. Provides monthly reports to the Board of Health and quarterly reports to the appropriate state agencies.
15. Drafts policies, code revisions and desired legislation reports as need to accomplish goals.
16. Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary or in response to emergencies, workload, or staffing shortages. Works flexible hours as needed.
2. Participates in Agency’s Emergency Preparedness Incident Command System (ICS) as assigned.
3. Maintains up-to-date vaccines including flu (influenza,) in accordance with CDC guidelines: Recommended Vaccines for Healthcare Workers, in which you allow CMDHD to access your current immunization status based on Michigan Improvement Care Registry (MCIR).
4. Completion of National Incident Management System/Incident Command System online and face-to-face training courses based on current Public Health Emergency Preparedness requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, science, engineering or other related field required. 
2. Current REHS or Michigan RS certification required. 
3. Master’s Degree in a field of science, public health, or public administration, or related field preferred.
4. Three years of progressively responsible experience in environmental health, leadership, and/or management preferred.
5. Reliable transportation with a valid Michigan driver’s license and certificate of insurance to travel to other locations for work, training, or meetings required.

Core Competencies:

Professional Public Health Core Competencies required:

Domain 1: Data Analytics and Assessment Skills

• 1.1. Describe factors that affect the health of a community.
• 1.2. Accesses existing quantitative and qualitative data.
• 1.3. Collects quantitative and qualitative data.
• 1.4. Analyzes quantitative and qualitative data.
• 1.5. Manages quantitative and qualitative data
• 1.6. Uses quantitative and qualitative data
• 1.7. Applies public health informatics in using data, information, and knowledge
• 1.8. Assesses community health status Domain

2: Policy Development and Program Planning Skills

• 2.1. Develops policies, programs, and services
• 2.2. Implements policies, program, and services.
• 2.3. Evaluates policies, programs, services, and organizational performance
• 2.4. Improves policies, programs, services, and organizational performance.
• 2.5. Influences policies, programs, and services external to the organization.
• 2.6. Engages in organizational strategic planning.

Domain 3: Communication Skills

• 3.1. Determines communication strategies.
• 3.2. Communicates with internal and external audiences.
• 3.3. Responds to information, misinformation, and disinformation.
• 3.4. Facilitates communication among individuals, groups, and organizations.

Domain 4: Health Equity Skills

• 4.1. Applies principles of ethics, diversity, equity, and justice.
• 4.2. Engages in continuous self-reflection about one’s biases.
• 4.3. Recognizes the diversity of individuals and populations.
• 4.4. Reduces systemic and structural barriers that perpetuate health inequities.
• 4.5. Implements organizational policies, programs, and services to achieve health equity and social and environmental justice.
• 4.6. Contributes to achieving and sustaining a diverse and competent public health workforce.
• 4.7. Advocates for health equity and social and environmental justice.

Domain 5: Community Partnership Skills

• 5.1. Describes conditions, systems, and policies affecting community health and resilience.
• 5.2. Establishes relationships to improve community health and resilience.
• 5.3. Maintains relationships that improve community health and resilience.
• 5.4. Collaborates with community members and organizations.
• 5.5. Shares power and ownership with community members and others.

Domain 6: Public Health Sciences Skills

• 6.1. Describes systems, policies, and events impacting public health.
• 6.2. Applies public health sciences in delivering the 10 Essential Public Health Services.
• 6.3. Uses evidence in developing, implementing, evaluating, and improving policies, program, and services.
• 6.4. Contributes to the evidence base for improving health.

Domain 7: Management and Finance Skills

• 7.1. Describes factors that affect the health of an organization.
• 7.4. Engages in professional development.
• 7.7. Implements organizational policies, programs, and services to achieve diversity, equity, and justice.
• 7.9. Engages in contingency planning.
• 7.10. Applies critical thinking in decision making.
• 7.11. Engages individuals and teams to achieve program and organizational goals.
• 7.12. Facilitates collaboration among individuals, groups, and organizations.
• 7.13. Engages in performance management.

Domain 8: Leadership and Systems Thinking Skills

• 8.1. Creates opportunities to achieve cross-sector alignment.
• 8.2. Implements a vision for a healthy community.
• 8.3. Addresses facilitators and barriers impacting delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.
• 8.4. Creates opportunities for creativity and innovation.
• 8.5. Responds to emerging needs.
• 8.6. Manages organizational change.
• 8.8. Advocates for public health.

Demonstrates Core Values: integrity, positive attitude, communications, customer service, responsibility, and accountability.

Environment & Effort:

1. General working conditions
2. Exposure to hazards, adverse conditions
3. Exposure Control – Category B. At lower risk for occupational percutaneous or mucosal exposure to blood or body fluids. Per OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens standard requirements, CMDHD protects the employee by an established exposure control plan which includes but is not limited to use of universal precautions, engineering controls, work practice controls, personal protective equipment, and worker training.
4. Mental, visual, physical effort
5. Some exposure to adverse weather conditions when traveling to other locations.
6. Physical effort necessary to move about the office, clinic, and/or home environments; lean and bend to administer treatments or do close inspections; and occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
7. Visual effort regularly required in reading and reviewing records and reports; close inspections or examination; preparing and analyzing data; viewing computer screens.
8. Mental effort and strain from continual review and analysis of data and information, multitasking, and pressure of ensuring high degree of accuracy under tight deadlines or time constraints.

Interested candidates apply to: https://secure5.entertimeonline.com/ta/Central-Michigan.careers?ApplyToJob=419803265

CMDHD EH Director Posting

GRAND VALLEY METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
JOB DESCRIPTION FOR DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS 2026

Supervised By: GVMC Executive Director
Supervises: Environmental Programs Staff

General Summary:

The Grand Valley Metropolitan Council (GVMC) is the regional council of governments serving communities throughout West Michigan. Through planning, technical assistance, regional coordination, and implementation support, GVMC helps member communities address shared challenges and improve quality of life.

The Director of Environmental Programs provides strategic leadership for GVMC's Environmental Programs Department, ensuring its programs, services, and partnerships deliver meaningful value to member communities and regional partners.

As a member of GVMC's leadership team, the EP Director leads department staff, secures sustainable resources, administers programs, develop collaborative partnerships, and advances regional environmental initiatives that help communities address shared environmental challenges through regional collaboration.

Success in this role is measured by the department's ability to administer programs in a fiscally sustainable manner, support member communities, develop staff, strengthen partnerships and deliver collaborative environmental solutions that improve the Environment throughout the region.

Compensation:

Full-time position, $90,000 - $110,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

GVMC Employees enjoy a full array of benefits including insurance, retirement funding, holidays and vacation.

Essential Job Functions:

An employee in this position may be called upon to perform any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties the employee may be expected to accomplish. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential job function satisfactorily.

1. Provide strategic leadership for GVMC's portfolio of environmental initiatives, ensuring programs remain financially sustainable, responsive to member needs, and aligned with organizational priorities.

Current areas of focus include but are not limited to:

2. Collaborate with the GVMC Executive Director and leadership team to advance organizational priorities.

3. Develop departmental goals, annual work programs, budgets and performance measures.

4. Promote innovations, continuous improvement, and organizational excellence

5. Supervise departmental staff engaged in environmental programs. Participate in recruitment and hire; plan, assign and coordinates workloads; evaluate performance and oversees training and professional development.

6. Work closely with the GVMC Executive Director, GVMC Board of Directors, Environmental Programs committees and LGROW Board of Directors.

7. Oversee/Conduct searches for federal, state, and local grant opportunities to match goals; Establish relationships with local funders; Track grant revenues and expenditures; Complete all reporting requirements.

8. Manage Budget; develop strategies to meet strategic plan goals; promote fee for service projects.

9. Establish, build, and maintain strategic partnerships, which include local, state and federal governments, community businesses and organizations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills abilities and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Requirements include the following:

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others in person and on the telephone. The employee must compose and read written and computerized documents, plans, and maps. The employee is frequently required to travel to locations within and outside of the County. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items of light weight.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a business office setting. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions during travel. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

To Apply To apply, forward resume and references to Gayle McCrath at mccrathg@gvmc.org

This posting will remain open until filled.

Job Posting Description

Job Title: Environmental Health Specialist
Closing Date: Until Filled

The Barry-Eaton District Health Department is seeking a full-time Environmental Health Specialist based out of Charlotte, MI. If you want to build relationships with the community through enhancements to environmental health, food, and water safety, this job is for you!

Apply: https://tinyurl.com/EnvHealthSpecialist

Title Environmental Health Sanitarian

Salary $26.05 - $33.70 Hourly     Location Muskegon, MI

Job Type Full-Time                         Job Number 2026-02632-02

Department Public Health          Opening Date 04/22/2026

Closing Date 5/6/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Description of Work

An Environmental Health Sanitarian, under general supervision, performs routine and special inspections, evaluations, and investigations for compliance with federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations relative to environmental health and protection. An employee in this class may inspect food service establishments, private wells, residential sewage treatment systems, body art facilities, camp grounds, children’s camps, public swimming pool facilities, and other facilities for compliance with environmental health standards. This employee also investigates complaints relative to food borne illnesses, environmental nuisances, air quality issues and other environmental concerns. An Environmental Health Sanitarian will also assist in monitoring (via self-evaluations and peer reviews) and adherence to program protocols and procedures for quality assurance, improvement and compliance using pre-established standards, policies and guidelines. This position is also responsible for documenting accurate and timely records and reports of evaluations, inspections and other work activities in addition to other duties as required. 
During a public health emergency, may be required to report for specialized assigned duties or perform emergency response roles, either inside or outside Muskegon County.

Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications

1. Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field which includes an algebra course or higher-level math and at least 30 semester/45 quarter hours in science.
2. Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license.

Physical Conditions / Work Location

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
An employee in this class must be in good physical condition and be able to perform the critical functions of the job which may include occasional lifting in excess of seventy-five (75) pounds; and for walking on uneven terrain, bending, stooping, turning a soil auger, and standing for extended periods because the employee frequently makes on-site inspections and evaluations.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
An Environmental Health Sanitarian, while working out of Public Health Muskegon County, performs field inspections requiring frequent travel to locations within Muskegon County.

Additional Information

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EVALUATION CONTENT

The selected candidate must take a post-offer medical examination (including back screen and complete physical) and drug screening test given by a County appointed physician before the first day of employment.  An offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the medical examination and drug screening test.  Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check.  Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant’s employment application.  Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system.  For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications.  This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.

MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY

THAT RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE

Employer: Muskegon County

Address:1903 Marquette Avenue
               Muskegon, Michigan, 49442

Website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Muskegon

Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11/12 – Onsite Wastewater Management Unit

Closing Date: 3/31/26

This position functions as a recognized resource responsible for implementing Onsite Wastewater Program (OWP) responsibilities within an assigned geographical area of the state to provide technical assistance, consultation, plan review assistance, and program training for local health department (LHD) staff, consultants, developers, state and local officials, and the general public regarding the OWP, land divisions, subdivisions, condominiums, and commercial developments of less than 10,000 gallons per day, as these issues relate to the Land Division Act, Michigan Criteria for Subsurface Sewage Disposal (MCSSD), and related administrative rules. This position performs scheduled accreditation evaluations and self-assessment reviews of LHDs’ administration of OWPs funded under the Essential Local Public Health Services contract. 
 
This position actively and independently consults with LHD personnel in cooperation with developers/consultants and onsite wastewater contractors, to determine the suitability of a site for onsite wastewater system installations and/or onsite water supply system installations.  This position independently performs and assists in the development and implementation of training sessions for LHDs and consultants.  This position ensures that all onsite water supplies and wastewater systems meet the requirements defined under applicable state rules.  This position prepares guidance documents and represents the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) at various meetings and conferences.

Environmental Quality Analyst 9-P11/12 - Onsite Wastewater Management Unit | Apply tab | Career Pages

Job title: Environmental Engineer

Location: Lansing, Michigan

Company: Granger Waste Services

Brief Description:

Granger Waste is seeking a dedicated Environmental Engineer to join our team in Lansing, Michigan. This role supports environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and operational improvements across our waste and recycling operations. The position plays an important role in helping ensure regulatory compliance while advancing innovation environmental solutions that support the communities we serve.

Application Link:

Environmental Engineer Application

Livingston County was named a 2025 Top Workplace by the Detroit Free Press! Based solely on employee feedback, the Top Workplace title is a badge of honor for the County. With over 700 employees serving within 18 departments, 6 elected offices, and 3 Courts, Livingston County's top priority is providing effective and efficient services that improve the quality of life for all of our residents.

EH Specialist I/II Position: https://livingston.applicantpool.com/jobs/1281237

Field Program Coordinator Position: https://livingston.applicantpool.com/jobs/1280413

EH Internship Position: https://livingston.applicantpool.com/jobs/1281209

Job Title: Environmental Health Sanitarian I or II
Closing Date: Open until filled

Hourly Pay Range:  $26.44 - $29.07

Description:
Jackson County Health Department is hiring a Sanitarian I or II to help protect public health through inspections, complaint investigations, plan reviews, and community education. This role works across food safety, water quality, environmental health, and regulatory compliance throughout the county. Entry-level and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Sanitary Science, Engineering, or physical or biological science.  Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license.  Placement as Sanitarian I or II dependent upon experience.

• • SANITARIAN I: Grade J, $26.44 hourly. This is an entry level position with no previous experience required. Some applicable with experience with a CCFS, CP-FS “in training” or REHS “in training” credential from the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) is a plus.
• • SANITARIAN II: Grade K, $29.07 hourly. Five (5) years of experience as a Sanitarian I, and/or private industry equivalent; or two (2) to three (3) years of applicable experience as a Sanitarian I, and/or private industry equivalent and possession of a State of Michigan recognized Registered Sanitarian credential.

Learn more / Apply:
https://www.mijackson.org/31/Live-Work-Play

The Food Sanitarian is the primary contact for the on-site Environmental Health Services programs in Charlevoix County, who acts as a professional representative of the Health Department of Northwest Michigan, and is responsible for the execution of general environmental health programs, such as, but not limited to -

• Inspecting and evaluating food service establishments and mobile food units
• Licensing temporary food events
• Conducting complaint investigations
• Responding to food-borne illness activity
• Regulation enforcement and compliance associated with these programs
• Participating in Public Health Emergency Preparedness exercises and community responses

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, science, engineering, or related field is required, with Michigan or Nationally Registered applicants highly desired. One to three years of environmental health inspection and compliance activities is preferred, although no specific prior experience is required. Possession of a valid Michigan vehicle operator’s license and current automobile insurance is necessary.

The Health Department of Northwest Michigan offers a competitive wage, with further consideration for national or Michigan registered applicants,) an excellent benefit package, and generous paid time off. Wage is commensurate with experience and begins at $64,563.20 per year.

Interested and qualified applicants should:

• Visit our website www.nwhealth.org for more information on public health
• Click on the Careers tab to download a HDNW job application
• Submit a (1) cover letter, (2) resume, and (3) completed job application to careers@nwhealth.org

All three items must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. This position will remain open until filled.

Health Department of Northwest Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sanitarian (Washtenaw County Health Department in Ann Arbor, MI)

Salary: $55,837.08- $83,839.34 (Non-Registered Environmental Health Specialist) / $64,638.60- $97,054.62 (Registered Environmental Health Specialist)

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and completed application

Posting at https://secure.ewashtenaw.org/hrjobs/AppViewPosting.do?postingId=16632   

Applications accepted through Tuesday, January 6, 2026

The Environmental Health Division of the Washtenaw County Health Department is looking for a full-time Sanitarian.

The job duties will primarily be in two program areas. The first program area (~40%) is our Pollution Prevention Program on the Rural Team. Primary job duties include inspection of facilities that store, manufacture, or use hazardous, toxic, or polluting materials. The program helps to ensure safety of those working with the chemicals and prevents contamination to the environment. Work is a mix of site visits to businesses and office work. Other assignments as noted in the job description will be included.

The second program areas are our Well (10%) and Septic Program (50%) on the Rural Team. Primary job duties include permitting and evaluation of septic systems and drinking water wells, along with their placement, design, installation and function to ensure protection of public health and the environment. Work is a mix of field work (outdoors) in a variety of weather conditions and office work. Other assignments as noted in the job description will be included.

Who are we and what are we like?

Washtenaw County Health Department’s mission is to assure, in partnership with the community, the conditions necessary for people to live healthy lives through prevention and protection programs.  The Environmental Health Division is the regulatory branch of public health and our work is centered on protection of food, water, air and the environment through education and enforcement activities.  Our programs have been seen as model programs in the state and country and we strive to continue this level of excellence. 

Washtenaw County is located in southeast Michigan, covering an area of 720 square miles. Its 27 cities, villages and townships are home to about 354,000 citizens in urban, suburban, and rural settings.  This mix of different settings provides many opportunities for education, recreation, business, agricultural, and home life.  The two largest cities are Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, homes to two large universities - the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti.

There are many reasons to work for Washtenaw County, and you can find out more in our Why Work for Us page. 

Is this job for you?

You will excel as a Sanitarian if you’re good at and enjoy:

• Communication & educating others
• Customer service
• Thinking on your feet
• Self-motivation
• Collaborating with others
• Scientific thought processes
• Staying organized
• Empathy & patience                         
• Seeking efficiencies

You may enjoy being a Sanitarian if you have experience in one of these areas:

• Food safety
• Wells and septic system design or installation
• Hazardous waste handling, disposal, or response
• Health surveillance
• Public health
• Restaurant industry
• Teaching

 The minimum requirements:

All positions require a valid Michigan driver’s license and a dependable vehicle.

Washtenaw County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.