Why Work Here? Be Valued!
As a public service agency, we know our greatest assets are the people behind the service. We recognize the value of our employees through competitive pay and an amazing benefit package for staff and their family. Franklin County Public Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce.
The FCPH value statement says it all: We serve our communities, our organization, and each other with Integrity, Accountability, Excellence, Respect and Humility.
Franklin County Public Health provides:
•   Schedules to support a work/life balance.
•   Robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program and a flexible spending account.
•   Life insurance, short- and long-term disability options are also offered.
•   Vacation time, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays.
•   And much more!
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NOW HIRING: Environmental Health Specialist in Training OR Registered Environmental Health Specialist I/II (Community Environmental Health Section)
(Full-Time Position)Â
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The Environmental Health Specialist in Training (EHST) or Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) is responsible for inspecting, investigating and enforcing Ohio Administrative Code, Ohio Revised Code and/or Franklin County District Board of Health Sanitary Regulations pertaining to mosquitoes, ticks, and other vectors.
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Duties Include:Â
•   Form partnerships and collaborates with jurisdictions and other private and government affiliates.Â
•   Guide and help to plan the expansion of mosquito, tick and additional vector programs;
•   Conducts training and education programs for public health personnel and the general public (e.g., business proprietors, civic organizations, neighborhood groups, other health professionals and groups).
•   Creates and maintains spray maps and dashboards for website and jurisdictional leadership using ArcGIS Online and related ESRI apps.Â
•   Coordinates writing, editing, and collecting documentation to assure full compliance with the applicable grants/contracts.
•   Overseeing mosquito management contractor, ensuring deliverables, and performing quality assurance.
•   Performs observations, inspections, re-inspections and investigations according to standardized procedures and prepares reports.
•   Other related duties as assigned.
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Requirements:Â
Environmental Health Specialist in Training
•   Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, as approved in OAC 4736-8-01
•   Environmental Health Specialist in Training certification from the State of Ohio
•   Ohio Driver's License and ability to meet insurability requirements
Registered Environmental Health Specialist I
•   Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, as approved in OAC 4736-8-01
•   Registered Environmental Health Specialist with the state of Ohio.Â
•   Ohio Driver's License
Registered Environmental Health Specialist II
•   Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, as approved in OAC 4736-8-01
•   4 years’ experience in the practice of environmental health as a REHS I in a public health agency and recommendation from supervisor to move to REHS II
•   Registered Environmental Health Specialist with the State of Ohio
•   Job-specific certifications or training courses may be required (examples include Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, Healthy Homes, ServSafe, Certified Pool Operator, Lead Risk Assessment, etc.)
•   Ohio Driver's License
Hiring Salary:Â
•   $23.44 - $26.95/hour for Environmental Health Specialist in Training
•   $25.78 - $29.65/hour for Registered Environmental Health Specialist I
•   $28.38 - $33.35/hour for Registered Environmental Health Specialist II
•   This is a non-exempt position
Interested applicants should apply at https://franklincounty.bamboohr.com/jobs/ with:Â
•   Resume
•   Cover letterÂ
•   Completed FCPH application (located: http://www.myfcph.org/careers)Â
Deadline for Applying: Internal applicants (04/17/2026); External applicants (Until filled)
No phone calls please. Â
Franklin County Public Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Learn more at www.myfcph.org.Â
FCPH is committed to providing a healthy work environment for all employees, and all employees agree to be non-tobacco users as a condition of employment (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, vapor, etc.). All applicants offered positions with FCPH must submit to and pass a drug and alcohol screen before beginning work.Â
Applicants with disabilities may contact Victoria Bradley, HR Generalist at victoriabradley@franklincountyohio.gov or 614-301-2100 to request and arrange for accommodations.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position.
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Department
Community Environmental Health
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Entry-level
Compensation
• $23.44 - $26.95/hour for Environmental Health Specialist in Training • $25.78 - $29.65/hour for Registered Environmental Health Specialist I • $28.38 - $33.35/hour for Registered Environmental Health Specialist II
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