A sanitarian is a health and safety specialist who inspects businesses to make sure that they are compliant with local, regional, and national public health regulations. Job duties include checking places of business or public facilities for compliance with the local safety code and environmental laws. This career path is an ideal option for someone who is interested in public health and wants to work in a profession where their skills can directly affect people’s quality of life. Qualifications for this career are a bachelor’s degree in public health or a related field and certification from a state licensing board.