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Mohave County

Environmental Health Supervisor

Kingman, AZ · On-site

$58K - $97K/yr

Job Summary Mohave County Public Health is looking for an Environmental Health Supervisor Our Mission The Mohave County Department of Public Health's mission is to promote, protect, and improve the ...

Pinal County

Environmental Health Specialist

Florence, AZ · On-site

$45K - $71K/yr

Application Tips JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, performs enforcement of environmental regulations and environmental health inspections of the community to protect the environment through ...

The Gowan Co.

Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Yuma, AZ · On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is accountable for leading, governing, and continuously improving all environmental, health, and safety programs at a chemical manufacturing facility.

TSMC

Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$89K - $118K/yr

ISEP is our EHS Department Responsibilities * Assist with the creation of and continuously improve an ISO 14001 Environmental Protection Management System and an ISO 45001 Occupational Health and ...

TSMC

Environmental Health & Safety Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$89K - $118K/yr

ISEP is our EHS Department Responsibilities * Assist with the creation of and continuously improve an ISO 14001 Environmental Protection Management System and an ISO 45001 Occupational Health and ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental health in Arizona is $58,421.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,700.00 and $66,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Environmental health is a field that focuses on how the environment—air, water, soil, and other external factors—impacts human health and well-being. Professionals in this area work to identify and minimize risks from environmental hazards, such as pollution, toxic chemicals, and unsanitary conditions. Their work often involves research, policy development, public education, and enforcement of health and safety regulations to prevent disease and promote healthier communities.

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Employer & Industry UsageHealth departments, environmental protection agencies, healthcare organizationsEnvironmental consulting firms, research institutions, government research agencies

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Infographic showing various Environmental Health job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,421 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Environmental Health Supervisor

Mohave County, AZ

Kingman, AZ • On-site

$58K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Salary : $58,822.40 - $97,177.60 Annually
Location : Kingman, AZ
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job Number: 06106
Department: Public Health
Division: Environmental Health
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 9/6/2026 5:00 PM Arizona
FLSA: Exempt
Job Summary
Mohave County Public Health is looking for an Environmental Health Supervisor
Our Mission
The Mohave County Department of Public Health's mission is to promote, protect, and improve the health of our communities.
Director's Message
Public health plays a critical role in promoting and protecting health in every community. At the Mohave County Department of Public Health, we have dedicated staff who strive to be the best in their respective fields and are eager to provide the highest quality of service to our clients. Please share your thoughts on how we can improve and where our staff met or exceeded your expectations. We are proud to serve all who live in, or visit, Mohave County.
About the Position
This is a professional and technical supervisory position within the Environmental Health Division of the County Public Health Department. The position provides oversight of daily environmental health operations, supervises staff, monitors program performance, and ensures programs are administered effectively and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The role involves a combination of office and field work, including frequent travel throughout Mohave County to conduct inspections, provide program oversight, respond to public concerns, and support community activities. The position requires frequent interaction with businesses, community members, and other public agencies and may include public speaking, presentations, and educational outreach. Field assignments may involve exposure to extreme temperatures and weather conditions, noxious odors, excessive noise, and other potentially hazardous or disagreeable environmental conditions. The position may also be called upon to respond to public health emergencies, disease outbreaks, or disasters.
Position Highlights
  • Supervisory Leadership: Oversee daily operations and provide direction, coaching, and performance management for Environmental Health staff.
  • Public Health Impact: Help protect the health and safety of Mohave County residents by ensuring compliance with environmental health laws and regulations.
  • Program Oversight: Monitor multiple Environmental Health programs, evaluate performance, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Field & Office Work: Enjoy a dynamic work environment that combines office-based responsibilities with field inspections and site visits throughout the County.
  • Community Engagement: Work directly with businesses, residents, community organizations, and government agencies to address environmental health concerns.
  • Education & Outreach: Provide public education, presentations, and technical guidance to promote compliance and improve community health.
  • Emergency Response: Participate in response activities related to disease outbreaks, public health emergencies, and other disasters when needed.
  • Countywide Travel: Regular travel to Bullhead City and Lake Havasu City, with occasional assignments in Beaver Dam, Littlefield, Colorado City, and other areas of Mohave County.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities to participate in training, educational conferences, and workshops related to environmental health and public health programs.

Hiring range: Range 19/Steps 1-8 -- >$ 28.28- $ 34.77 DOE
Mohave County is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package. Employees share the costs of some benefits (medical, dental and vision), and County provides other benefits at no cost to employees (life, short-term disability). In addition, there are voluntary benefits with reasonable group rates that you can purchase through payroll deductions. Additional benefits include:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • 6.5 hours accrued bi-weekly (32+ hour employees only)
  • 39 hours of PTO front loaded
    • Regular accrual starts on 7thpay period
  • Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
    • Contribution rate of 11.98% with 100% Employer match starting on first day.
  • 11 Paid Holidays

Essential Job Functions
  • Supervises, coordinates, directs and participates in the activities of an assigned area of the Environmental Health Department.
  • Supervises, coordinates and performs a variety of administrative staff work such as scheduling; maintaining records; responding to requests for information or services; performing related administrative, planning and research activities; preparing correspondence, reports, statistical information and budget materials; and assisting in the development of policies, procedures and training.
  • Completes performance evaluations; may make hiring recommendations; recommends disciplinary actions; approves vacations and time off; prepares work schedules and assignments; supervises the activities of assigned personnel; monitors reports and record keeping activities filed by assigned personnel for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to policy and procedure guidelines; instructs personnel in departmental policies, procedures and techniques; and provides training.
  • Determines best course of action in the completion of assignments in assigned area including setting priorities.
  • Assists in and coordinates activities and programs with other Environmental Health areas, County Departments and other individuals, agencies and organizations.
  • Inspects, evaluates and renders decisions of compliance or violation on various types of licensed establishments and related public establishments for adherence to environmental health rules and regulations as set by State of Arizona. Licensed and public establishments include, but are not limited to, motels, trailer parks, public bathing facilities, swimming pools, food retail stores, food service establishments, and pet stores.
  • Reviews construction plans and specifications of various types of licensed establishments, public establishments or property owners for compliance to environmental health rules and regulations as set by State of Arizona.
  • Conducts field and office training and instruction sessions to food service establishments to educate owners and managers on proper environmental health practices and procedures. Consults and instructs owners and managers of licensed public establishments or other individuals of the environmental health practices and procedures and the requirements for building, maintaining or correcting a violation of a public or licensed establishment or within any other scope of the environmental health area.
  • Investigate, respond, and resolve citizen's complaints that involve potential or possible public health problems and against Environmental Health Department personnel within assigned area.
  • Coordinates inspection activities with other County departments and governmental agencies.
  • Collects field samples for analysis. Conducts investigations of health and disease concerns that reach epidemic proportions and conducts general environmental health surveys. Investigates and surveys areas of potential insect and rodent infestation. Analyzes information gathered, interprets analysis and submits recommendations based on findings.
  • Inspects sewage disposal systems of property owners.
  • Secures compliance with pertinent regulations by promotion, education and enforcement of environmental health rules and regulations.
  • Prepares reports, maintains records and issues environmental health related violation notices, citations and cease operation.
  • Create and maintain a supportive work environment with other departments and community programs, Public Health divisions, and Public Health leadership on accreditation domain while maintaining a culture of quality improvement.
  • Apply basic principles, practices, techniques, teaching, and communication methods related to the age, gender, race/ethnicity, educational level and socioeconomic status of community members.
  • Communicate and act in a cultural competent and professional manner maintaining cooperative relationships with community members, co-workers, and work contacts.

Minimum Qualifications
  • High School diploma/GED (General Education Degree).
  • Current registration by the State of Arizona as a Sanitarian.
  • Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible work experience as an Environmental Health Specialist or related environmental health experience including one (1) year of supervisory experience.
  • OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Relevant federal, state and county codes, laws, rules and regulations pertaining to environmental health and sanitation.
  • The principles, practices and techniques of environmental health inspections, education, compliance, and enforcement.
  • Biological and physical science applicable to environmental health.
  • Department policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
  • Principles and practices of leadership, supervision and training.

  • Set priorities, assign, schedule, train, supervise and evaluate work activities and to persuade assigned personnel effectively.
  • Effectively communicate with the public, staff, and work contacts.
  • Interpret technical information encountered in the performance of responsibilities.
  • Secure facts, document information, evaluate data, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Identify unsanitary, unsafe, or hazardous conditions of property and premises.
  • Diplomatically and tactfully resolve nonconforming conditions and code and ordinance violations.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associate personnel, the general public, County and State departments and agencies and to deal tactfully and diplomatically in adverse situations.
  • Maintain records and prepare written reports.
  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Obtain public cooperation in the establishment and maintenance of reasonable public and environmental health standards for public health and safety.
  • Effectively perform the responsibilities of the specialty field and the position.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Work independently in completing assigned tasks accurately and maintaining standard correspondence, files, and reports of the office.
  • Analyze information, and interpret and apply technical, legal and departmental information encountered in the performance of responsibilities.
  • Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.
  • Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program.
Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.
Mohave County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of Mohave County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all job applicants and employees. The County shall not discriminate against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, pay promotion, retention, discipline or any other aspect of personnel administration, term or condition of employment, due to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, genetic information or disability, age (40 or older).
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Mohave County has an extensive benefits package with exceptional health, wellness, and work/life balance offerings, financial & retirement benefits, comprehensive leave program, and more.
Check out ourBenefits Guidefor full details!
01
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Select the highest post-secondary education degree you have completed.
  • None
  • Associate
  • Bachelor
  • Master's or Higher

03
Please provide the name, city and state for all High School and colleges attended. Include the major course of study and the type of degree awarded for each college.
04
I am currently a Registered Sanitarian or Registered Environmental Health Specialist in:
  • Arizona
  • Another State
  • I am not currently a Registered Sanitarian or Registered Environmental Health Specialist

05
Select years of experience you have working as an Environmental Health Specialist or in a closely related environmental health role.
  • Less than 1-year full-time work experience
  • 1 year, but less than 2 years full-time work experience
  • At least 2 years, but less than 3 years full-time work experience
  • 3 years or more full-time work experience

06
How many years of experience do you have working in a supervisory role?
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Select the areas which you have at least two years of paid work experience.
  • Program coordination and oversight
  • Health inspections and investigations
  • Environmental assessment and sampling procedures
  • Reviewing floor plans and equipment specifications
  • Policy analysis and regulatory compliance
  • Staff training and development
  • Quality assurance and improvement
  • Budgeting and grant management

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