Environmental Health Specialist (Food Protection & Facilities)

Environmental Health Specialist (Food Protection & Facilities)

Salary

$61,988.15 - $79,344.83 Annually

Location

Iredell County, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

00614

Department

HEALTH DEPARTMENT (ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH)

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

7/15/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
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Description

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE STARTING YOUR APPLICATION:

YOU MUST COMPLETE THE APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION BEFORE IT CAN BE SAVED IN THE SYSTEM.

YOU MUST ANSWER ALL REQUIRED QUESTIONS AND COMPLETE ALL REQUIRED SECTIONS OF THIS APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH IREDELL COUNTY

Must have the ability to work well with the public, have a good understanding of environmental health rules and regulations, have good oral and written communication skills and have basic computer skills. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid North Carolina Driver's License OR the ability to obtain a North Carolina Drivers License within 30 days of employment (if selected for hire).

Examples of Duties

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct state mandated inspections and issue permits for retail food establishments, lodging establishments, public swimming pools and spas, tattoo artists, institutions and childcare facilities
• Promote and protect public health through education, inspection, surveillance and enforcement related to North Carolina Public Health Laws and Rules
• Investigation of complaints, reports of foodborne and other communicable illnesses related to establishments as mandated and evaluation of water quality standards
• Childhood lead investigations and reporting
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Director

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Four (4) year or master's degree in Environmental Health from a program which is accredited by the National Accreditation Council for Environmental Health Curricula of the National Environmental Health Association; or Four (4) year or master's degree in public health, or graduated from a four-year college or university with 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of course work in the physical, biological, natural, life, or health sciences and one (1) year of experience in Environmental Health.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Registered as an Environmental Health Specialist by the N.C. State Board of Environmental Health Specialist Examiners. Applicants meeting minimum education requirements without being registered may be considered for an intern position. To be considered for this position you MUSThave Official Transcript sent to Jackie Saunier, 318 Turnersburg Hwy, Statesville, NC 28625 or email to jackie.saunier@iredellcountync.gov.

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday / 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

$5,000 sign on bonus for a NC REHS already authorized and actively working in the food protection and facilities program in another county.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please go to www.iredellcountync.gov to submit an electronic application. Applications are NOT accepted past the deadline date. All Internal Applicants should apply using the link provided to them. Under NC Office of State Human Resources, all application fields MUST be completed.

This position is subject to pre-employment screenings. Iredell County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, genetic information, or handicapping condition in employment or the provision of services.

When uploading attachments to submit with your application, please DO NOT upload any documents that could allow for discrimination defined in the above paragraph. This may include Driver's License/Photo ID/Passport, Birth Certificate, High School Diploma/GED, Marriage License, U.S. Citizenship, Medical Records, and/or Social Security Card.

• Free Medical (wellness program compliance)
• Free Vision and Dental (low plan Employee only)
• 401(k)/457 (5% gross pay contributed by employer to 401(k)
• Vacation, Sick Leave
• Excellent Retirement Plan with Retiree Health Insurance Stipend
• Apprenticeship Opportunities Available
• On-Site Employee Wellness Clinic
• Employer Provided Life Insurance
• Up to $600.00 Annual Wellness Incentive
• $2,500 Sign on Bonus (full time employee)
• $500.00 Employee Referral Bonus (full time)
• $250.00 Employee Referral Bonus (part time)

01

What is the highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Not Applicable

02

Do you have a four (4) year or master's degree in public health?

• Yes
• No

03

Are Registered as an Environmental Health Specialist by the N.C. State Board of Environmental Health Specialist Examiners?

• Yes
• No

04

I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you havent completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Resumes and/or cover letters may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Iredell County

Address P. O. Box 788

200 South Center Street

Statesville, North Carolina, 28677

Phone 7048713467