Registered Environmental Health Specialist III- Supervisor (Food and Safety)

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The FCPH value statement says it all: We serve our communities, our organization, and each other with Integrity, Accountability, Excellence, Respect and Humility.

Franklin County Public Health provides:

• Schedules to support a work/life balance.


• Robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program and a flexible spending account.


• Life insurance, short and long term disability options are also offered.


• Vacation time, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays.


• And much more!

NOW HIRING: Registered Environmental Health Specialist III- Supervisor (Food and Safety)

(Full Time Position)

Under the direction of the Division Manager, the Registered Sanitarian III is responsible for the management and oversight of the assigned program and staff. This position provides evaluations, support, guidance, and training of assigned staff; assists in overseeing, reviewing, developing, evaluating and implementing Environmental Health Programs; and collaborates with other health department staff and agencies to deliver services. Provides training to staff and backs-up Division Manager, as needed.

This position focuses on providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers in accordance with the mission, core values, and purposes of Franklin County Public Health. Interactive discussions with citizens, vendors, clients, patrons, and applicants to gather and process information; cooperative/ coordinating responsibility with other departments and community partners.

Duties Include:

• Reviews, manages, and evaluates day-to-day operations of Franklin County Public Health’s Environmental health programs as assigned;


• Purchases necessary supplies and conducts inventory.


• Administers budget and spending allocations.


• Conducts costs methodology for state program fees.


• Recommends and implements improvement measures.


• Maintains records and information regarding programs.


• Tracks inspections, schedules visits to facilities, and with personnel gathers data and review plans.


• Cooperates with local and state agencies and community service groups to promote good environmental health practices.


• Communicates with community leaders and stakeholders.


• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, as approved in OAC 4736-8-0


• Registered Environmental Health Specialist with the State of Ohio


• 5 years’ experience as a REHS in a Public Health Agency and 1 year of direct supervisory or equivalent leadership experience


• Job-specific certifications or training courses may be required (examples include Commercial Pesticide Applicator License, Healthy Homes, ServSafe, Certified Pool Operator, Lead Risk Assessment, etc.)


• Ohio Driver's License

Hiring Wage Range : $32.47/hour - $38.96/hour. This is an exempt position.

Interested applicants should apply at with:

• Resume


• Cover letter


• Completed FCPH application (located: )

Deadline for Applying : Internal applicants (06/12/2025); External applicants (Until Filled)

No phone calls please.

Recent staff retirements have created an opening for this position. This position is contingent upon funding availability.

Franklin County Public Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Learn more at .

FCPH is committed to providing a healthy work environment for all employees, and all employees agree to be non-tobacco users as a condition of employment (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, vapor, etc.). All applicants offered positions with FCPH must submit to and pass a drug and alcohol screen before beginning work.

Applicants with disabilities may contact Victoria Bradley, HR Generalist at [email protected] or 614-301-2100 to request and arrange for accommodations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position.