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Open position: 

Environmental Health Sanitarian

About us

The Greene County Health Department is seeking a motivated, science-focused individual to lead Environmental Health Division work. Applicant must be a good communicator, flexible, and able to multitask. The Department is seeking long-term staffing.

About the role

The Environmental Health Sanitarian is responsible for carrying out environmental health programs in accordance with Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) rules, Greene County ordinances, and internal policies. This position conducts inspections, issues permits, investigates complaints, and provides education related to food safety, private water systems, sewage disposal systems, vector control, and other regulated environmental health activities.

Responsibilities

Environmental Health Programs

• Conducts inspections, permitting, and compliance activities for:
  • Food establishments and temporary food events
  • Private water supplies and wells
  • Onsite wastewater/septic systems
  • Body art establishments and tanning facilities
  • Public facilities, nuisance complaints, and environmental hazards
  • Reviews plans and applications related to environmental health permitting.
  • Investigates complaints and public health concerns, documenting findings and enforcing corrective actions as needed.

Vector Control & Environmental Monitoring

• Coordinates vector surveillance and control activities, including:
  • Organizing trapping or testing locations
  • Communicating with property owners and partners
  • Collecting and submitting samples according to protocols
  • Participates in required training for larvicide application or other vector-
  • related certifications as applicable.

Education, Data & Communication

• Provides education and technical assistance to the public, business owners, and community partners.
• Maintains accurate inspection reports, records, and data in state and local systems.
• Communicates professionally and respectfully, including during difficult or sensitive enforcement situations.

Compliance & Professional Development

• Ensures work is conducted in compliance with:
  • IDPH rules and guidance
  • Illinois Environmental Health codes
  • Greene County ordinances
• Participates in required trainings, continuing education, and professional development.
• Performs other environmental health duties as assigned by Environmental Health leadership.

Candidate requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 30 semester hours in science, including biological, physical, or environmental sciences; or
• Ability to meet Illinois Environmental Health Practitioner (LEHP) education requirements.
• Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain Illinois licensure as an Environmental Health Practitioner (testing may follow employment).
• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat.
• Ability to lift, carry, and perform fieldwork associated with inspections.

Contact us to apply

If you’d like to apply for this position, please submit an application to the health department or email a copy to greenehd@greenecountyhd.org. Collecting applications until January 31st.

Hourly rate range: $20.73-$22.03

Rate to be determined based on experience and licensure- please call with questions (217) 942-6961

Last updated: 01/2026