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  • Supervising Environmental Health Specialist

    San Rafael, California United States MARIN COUNTY, CA Full Time $126,755.20 - $154,065.60 Annually Jan 13, 2026
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    MARIN COUNTY, CA

    The County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county. This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed. OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY: To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.  When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.  We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.    

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    Job Description

    ABOUT US

    At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

    Marin County Community Development Agency: The Community Development Agency (CDA) has a long history of innovation and leadership. CDA is a multifunctional agency shaping many aspects of environment and communities, organized into five mission-oriented divisions: Planning, Building and Safety, Environmental Health Services, Housing and Federal Grants, and Sustainability. CDA’s mission is to promote, protect, and advance healthy, safe, and equitable communities.

    Environmental Health Services is a Division in the Community Development Agency: The mission of Marin County Environmental Health Services is to protect public health and the well-being of all Marin County residents, workers, and visitors by preventing injury and the spread of disease. We identify potentially dangerous and unhealthy situations and promote sound environmental health practices through education and the enforcement of public health statutes and regulations.

    ABOUT THE POSITION

    Fixed-Term:
    This is a 2-Year fixed-term position. This position is budgeted for 2 Years. However, there may be opportunities for the hired individual during this time-period to move to a regular, ongoing position as other vacancies or promotional opportunities occur, or the position may be funded and convert to an ongoing position. Fixed-term employment ends when the position’s funding finishes, or the work is completed. Employees in these positions are exempt from the County’s policies regarding lay-off order and reduction-in-force rights.

    The Supervising Environmental Health Specialist (EHS) directs the strategic planning and operational oversight of the Consumer Protection Program along with managing a multi-disciplinary team of Environmental Health professionals while driving the development of departmental policies, fiscal budgets, and long-range program initiatives for Marin County. In addition to team leadership, this role manages the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and continuous professional development—while overseeing performance evaluations and administering disciplinary actions to ensure departmental excellence.

    Beyond direct team supervision, the Supervising EHS serves as a strategic partner to the Deputy Director in the evolution of Environmental Health programs. This includes drafting sophisticated policy frameworks, standardizing operational procedures, and providing data-driven recommendations to enhance departmental efficacy. The incumbent plays a vital role in fiscal stewardship by collaborating on the formulation and execution of the division budget. As a subject matter expert, the Supervising EHS advises community stakeholders on complex environmental health issues and facilitates high-level inter-agency coordination. This role involves conducting multi-jurisdictional field investigations alongside law enforcement and conferring with state and local officials to resolve systemic sanitation and public health challenges.

    ABOUT YOU

    The Highly Qualified Candidate brings senior-level experience in directing environmental health initiatives and supervising multi-disciplinary teams in a highly regulated environment. They demonstrate mastery in assessing high-stakes environmental health scenarios and applying rigorous, evidence-based inspection standards to ensure community safety. This individual is characterized by their ability to navigate and interpret intricate legal codes and regulations with precision, providing expert recommendations that balance regulatory enforcement with operational efficiency. A skilled communicator and problem-solver, the ideal candidate possesses the professional maturity to resolve sensitive enforcement matters and drive program excellence through data-driven solutions

    In addition, the successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills including experience writing effective policies and procedures; strong interpersonal skills; and strong analytical skills to evaluate emergency situations and act decisively. A graduate degree in Public Health, Health Science, Business Administration, Public Administration and experience and/or training specifically related to land use and solid waste programs is highly desirable.
    QUALIFICATIONS
    Knowledge of:
    • Principles of physical, biological, and social sciences used in environmental quality control in the management of food, water, liquid and solid waste material, occupational health and safety, vector control, hazardous material response, recreational bathing programs.
    • Public administration principles and practices, including supervision, strategic planning, goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, budgeting, and program.
    • Principles and techniques of problem solving and conflict resolution.
    • Functions and operation of related agencies and community organizations.
    • State and local laws and regulations governing public health sanitation and public health.
    • Penal code provisions relating to public health nuisances.
    • Methods and techniques of investigation, inspection and resolving unsanitary conditions.
    • Environmental research and statistical methods.
    • General principles and practices of environmental health and sanitation.
    • Principles and techniques of supervision.
    • Bio-hazard and hazardous materials emergency response methods, requirements and associated local and federal laws, regulations and standards.
    • Responsibility and laws concerning environmental planning and management.
    • Principles and techniques of problem solving and conflict resolution.
    • Communicate effectively both verbally and in written form including effective use of interviewing techniques.

    Ability to:
    • Analyze situations accurately and take effective action that includes planning, organizing, and performing research.
    • Analyze and evaluate data and make recommendations based on findings. Prepare clear and concise reports.
    • Formulate and interpret policy and procedures.
    • Meet and deal effectively with the general public, effectively resolve conflicts and solve problems.
    • Work collaboratively with criminal justice, emergency response and public health service agencies to assure the provision of comprehensive and coordinated services.
    • Detect unsanitary conditions and public health hazards and secure their correction through education, voluntary compliance or legal enforcement.
    • Instruct in the methods and procedures of sanitary inspection and correction of unsanitary conditions.
    • Interpret public health needs and goals to others.
    • Effectively plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of other professional and/or support staff.
    • Evaluate emergency situations and act decisively and effectively to prevent public health problems.
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

    Three years of full-time environmental health experience performing duties of a California Registered Environmental Health Specialist that demonstrates possession of the listed knowledge and abilities, one year of which must have included lead experience. A graduate degree in Public Health, Health Science, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field is highly desirable.

    Certificates and Licenses

    Possession of a valid certificate of registration as an Environmental Health Specialist with the California Department of Public Health.

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION

    For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Stephen Schoengarth, Human Resources Analyst, at 415-473-6946.

    All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.

    Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

    Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
    Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.

    PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.

    COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
    Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .

    Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

    Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

    Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

    IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

    Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.

    For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

    *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

    Closing Date/Time: 2/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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