Environmental Health Specialist Supervisor
- Salary: $97,797.96 - $119,391.48 Annually USD
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Environmental Services
- Public Health
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Job Description
Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 4TH
The Nevada County Community Development Agency is looking for a dynamic, multifaceted Supervisor for our Environmental Health Department! The Supervisor will direct staff and work of multiple programs including but not limited to Hazardous Materials, Consumer Protection and Land Use. The Supervisor plays a vital role in focusing on improving regulatory practices and infrastructure while fostering a culture of service and collaboration shaping how the Environmental Health Department interacts with and supports the broader community. The Supervisor will also develop staff through mentorship, training, and performance management that will guide long-term strategies and ensure alignment with county goals and environmental health standards.
Typical duties include the following:- Coordinate and work closely with the REHS IV for the 3 programmatic Divisions: Consumer Protection, Hazardous Materials and Land Use.
- Assess organizational needs, perform targeted research, and analyze relevant data to define strategic programmatic priorities across Divisions. Provide guidance and support to REHS IV staff in cultivating leadership competencies and advancing continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Develop and review program policies/procedures specific to assigned area. Interpret and apply provisions of law, rules, and regulations related to program area.
- Provide comprehensive supervision of assigned staff, including schedule review and approval, facilitation of training and professional development, performance evaluation, and oversight of work assignments. Responsibilities also encompass informal counseling on workplace matters, preparation of documentation and improvement plans for identified deficiencies, and recommendations for disciplinary action when appropriate.
- Interview and make recommendations regarding filling of positions. Conduct safety and staff meetings with assigned staff.
- Review and respond to correspondence and other forms of communication sent by a wide variety of individuals.
- Deliver expert professional and technical consultation on advanced programmatic issues, actively contributing to the execution of highly complex, sensitive, or mission-critical projects within the designated program area.
- Prepare comprehensive grant applications, budget documents, and related materials-including Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and other program-specific content-for presentation to the Board, Board task forces, community organizations, interagency committees, and various meetings and conferences.
- Coordinate organizational development initiatives aimed at strategically enhancing customer service delivery, with a targeted emphasis on connecting business owners to relevant tools, support systems, and resource networks.
- Representing Nevada County with public outreach efforts related to the Environmental Health Department
Certification as an active Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) with the State of California is Required.
Nevada County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program through the Department of Education.
Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides important programming to keep us safe and healthy.
Community Development Agency is committed to public health and safety; dedicated to responsible land use and excellent customer service, assuring environmental quality for the purpose of advancing the quality of life for a vital Nevada County.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Education and Experience Required- Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency
- With at least 30 semester units of basic biological, physical, or environmental science courses which must have included one or more laboratory courses in chemistry, physics, microbiology, biology, and one or more mathematics courses in college algebra or higher math.
- Two (2) years of experience equivalent to an Environmental Health Specialist IV in the County of Nevada.
- V alid certificate as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist in the State of California
Benefits Guide
The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
Health Insurance Plans- Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO
- Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO
- Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
- Blue Shield Trio HMO
- Kaiser HMO
- PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
- PERS Platinum PPO
- PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:- Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Basic Term Life
- Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
- Optional Dependent Term Life
- Optional Term Life
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.
Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov
www.nevadacountyca.gov
Closing Date/Time: 8/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
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County of Nevada
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Nestled into the western slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Nevada County is known as the heart of the “Gold Country.” Nevada County is known to provide its residents with a great quality of life.
The economy is well supported by a wide array of industries, including manufacturing, retail, technology, agriculture, construction and health services.
Nevada County has an above-average high school graduation rate, accessibility to traditional, charter and private schools, and higher-level education at two local Sierra College campuses.
Infrastructure projects such as the broadband initiative and library technology center offer opportunities for viable expansion while maintaining a small-town feel. The Gold Country is often a recommended tourist destination and stands out for its rich history, museums, and quaint Victorian architecture coupled with an assortment of outdoor, arts, and cultural activities offered yearround.
Residents and visitors enjoy Nevada County’s historic foothill towns nestled amidst pristine rivers, picturesque forests and the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Nevada County offers a rural, small-town lifestyle, while still being located within a convenient distance from urban centers in Sacramento, the Bay Area and Reno.
Weather:
The weather of Nevada County is another valued feature of the area. Residents enjoy a long, warm sunny season while experiencing color changes in the fall with cool, occasionally snowy winters. Summer temperatures are typically mild, with average highs near 85 degrees in July. Rain in January typically averages ten inches per year and the highest elevations receive an annual average of 206 inches of snow.
Recreation:
Scenic trails, alpine lakes, the Yuba River and the Sierra Nevada Mountains all support numerous recreation activities, including skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting and backpacking. With a calendar packed with street fairs, festivals, art exhibits, local theater and children’s activities, visitors and locals can experience small-town life without having to forgo indulgence in pleasures more typical of an urban setting.
Arts and Culture:
Nevada County is a creative hotspot in the Sierra Nevada, offering an array of experiences, including concerts, film festivals, street fairs, dance performances, poetry readings, studio tours and galleries. The county also has numerous venues for performing arts, many of which are historic settings. The arts have a large economic impact, which has become a vital component to life in Nevada County.
We strive to be an employer of choice through active engagement with employees, development of programs that both support employees and align with Board of Supervisors' strategy, and the creation of a culture that fosters innovation.
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