Environmental Health Specialist
Closes: 7/3/2026 11:59 AM
Position Summary
The Environmental Health Specialist is responsible for monitoring and analyzing data from various environmental health surveillance programs to identify trends and issues requiring public health interventions. This role involves developing and delivering educational materials and sessions, conducting inspections and evaluations of regulated facilities, and investigating compliance issues in accordance with relevant laws and guidelines.
The specialist will engage with the public and business community to resolve non-compliance issues and provide guidance on public health concerns. They will also foster partnerships with community organizations and government agencies, participate in relevant committees, and respond to public health emergencies as needed.
Key responsibilities include organizing and prioritizing program activities, coordinating team efforts, and ensuring all documentation is complete and secure. The specialist will stay current with evolving sciences and regulations, contribute to the department's strategic goals, and consider cultural, social, and behavioral factors in their work.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work with computer software programs and provide constructive feedback. The specialist will also attend workshops and continuing education programs to maintain their competencies in environmental and public health.
Qualifications | Requirements
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, biology, microbiology, chemistry, natural sciences, public health or closely related field from an accredited university or college.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and be able to provide personal transportation for work-related business.
- Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job specific immunizations. May be required to submit to a two-step PPD test.
Preferred
- Three years of progressively responsible work experience in an area dealing with direct public contact involving adherence to guidelines/standards.
- Master’s degree in environmental health, biology, microbiology, chemistry, natural sciences, public health or closely related field from an accredited university or college.
- Ability to read, speak and write in Spanish fluently.
Senior Registered Dietitian (or Registered Nurse)
Closes: 6/29/2026 11:59 AM
Position Summary
The Public Health Senior Registered Dietitian or Registered Nurse position provides leadership and coordination of team-based efforts for the operation of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) office. May assist with other nutrition related grants as needed. Performs professional and supervisory public health nutrition and breastfeeding activities by delivering direct care participant services as well as participating in program planning and evaluation as assigned. Supervises assigned employees in the completion of WIC program activities and in adherence to department policies.
Qualifications | Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required. Must be a Registered Dietitian, registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration or a Registered Nurse (BSN) license to practice in the State of Colorado. Master’s degree in Nutrition, Public Health or closely related field is preferred. Six months of dietetic or nursing work experience required. Six months of supervisory/program management work experience is preferred. Public health work experience is desirable.
Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and be able to provide personal transportation for work-related business. Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job specific immunizations. May be required to submit to a TB test.
Must complete Certified WIC Authority (CWA) training within 1 year of being hired. Must complete Colorado WIC Lactation Specialist (WLS) training once offered (usually every 2 years) by Colorado WIC State Office.