Job Description
Join El Paso County Government's urgent hiring initiative for a critical Senior Environmental Health Officer position. This high-impact role directly safeguards public health through rigorous inspections, policy enforcement, and community education. As part of our rapid-response team, you'll address emerging environmental threats while building resilient infrastructure for West Texas' growing communities. Enjoy competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the satisfaction of protecting 700,000+ residents.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive food safety inspections for 500+ establishments
- Investigate public health complaints within 24-hour response window
- Develop emergency protocols for environmental disasters
- Train local businesses on OSHA compliance standards
- Lead cross-agency initiatives with state health departments
- Analyze water/air quality data using GIS mapping tools
- Present findings to county commissioners and community boards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Public Health
- 5+ years regulatory enforcement experience
- Texas Environmental Health Registration (TEHR) certification
- Advanced proficiency in EPA reporting software
- Bilingual English/Spanish required
- Crisis management certification preferred
- Valid Texas driver's license
- Experience with border-region environmental challenges