ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INSPECTOR II

State of Arkansas • Paris, AR

2d • $63,086 - $93,367 • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Health Inspector II is a mid-level position in the Arkansas Department of Health’s Division of Public Health Practice – Environmental Health. The role conducts inspections, investigations, and assessments concerning public health and environmental safety, ensuring that businesses, facilities, and organizations comply with environmental health regulations. The inspector works independently with some supervisor oversight and provides guidance to entry-level inspectors.

The position is based in Paris, Logan County, Arkansas, and may be required to cover any county in southwest Arkansas. Frequent in-state and occasional out-of-state travel may be required to assist other counties for educational or training purposes. The employee may be required to work a non-standard schedule as needed to meet department needs, carry a state cell phone at all times, and respond to emergencies. Occasional exposure to danger exists in performing job duties. This is classified as a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, public health, biology, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in environmental health inspection or a closely related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of environmental health regulations, sanitation, food safety, water quality standards, and related areas.
• Strong inspection and investigation skills, data collection, and report writing.
• Proficiency in using inspection tools and relevant software.
• Ability to enforce regulations fairly and impartially, communicate effectively with facility operators and the public, and analyze environmental health data to make informed decisions.
• Certification as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or eligibility for certification.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental health regulations and enforcement practices.
• ServSafe Certification or a Designated Representative (Soils Program Authority) license is required.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of automotive insurance are required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections and investigations of facilities, including food establishments, hotels, schools, waste disposal sites, and water systems, to ensure compliance with environmental health standards.
• Identify and document health and safety code violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Educate facility owners and operators about health regulations and compliance best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports on inspections, violations, and corrective actions.
• Assist in planning and carrying out public health initiatives, including disease control measures and health education programs.
• Respond to public health emergencies and environmental complaints as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, citations, and enforcement actions.
• Provide guidance to entry-level inspectors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level