New Jersey Environmental Health Association

Registered Environmental Health Specialist, Public Health - County of Bergen – Department of Health

Under direction, performs sanitary inspection and environmental health work involving in the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws and rules within the concerned jurisdiction; conducts inspections, investigations, and educational outreach activities; performs other related duties as required and/or necessary.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of problems/procedures involved in sanitary inspection and environmental health work for the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws, rules, and ordinances.
• Ability to assess environmental health risks and influences on humans and the environment.
• Ability to interpret relevant public health laws and apply them to specific cases.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and others involved in the work of the unit.
• Ability to prepare reports, maintain records and files; ability to testify accurately in court.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Example/s of Work – may include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for conducting field inspections and/or investigations in accordance with the provisions of the New Jersey State Sanitary Code in such areas as: retail food establishments; public recreational bathing; tanning facilities; youth camps; body art procedures; animal care facilities; public health nuisances; and communicable disease control.

Schedule:

• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Rotating on call schedule

Experience/Other:

• One (1) year of experience as a REHS at either a local, county, or state health department is preferred but not required.
• Applicant must possess excellent writing and communication skills and will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by this office.

Education/Licensure:

• Preferred Additional Qualifications: In-depth working knowledge of on-site wastewater disposal systems (septic systems) and Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor license are a plus.
• Possession of a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the New Jersey Department of Health is required.

Annual Starting Salary :

$65,000.00

Please send employment application to resume@co.bergen.nj.us – put in subject line job applying for, thank you.

The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Added: 6/26/2025

Registered Environmental Health Specialist - Hunterdon County

Excellent opportunity for a qualified candidate to conduct inspections to enforce relevant sanitary and health laws. Will perform environmental health work and sanitary inspections involving the enforcement of environmental and public health laws and rules within the concerned jurisdiction. Will implement new health policies and requirements. Provides technical expertise to ensure operator and/or owner conformance with environmental health ordinances. May maintain records, findings of inspections and other data to ensure proper documentation and continuity of environmental health protection. Will assist in analyzing records and reports and make recommendations for new environmental laws and regulations.

Requirements: This position requires a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License insured by the NJ Department of Health.

Hunterdon County offers excellent health and dental benefits, paid leave, paid holidays, and this position is eligible for participation in the New Jersey State Retirement System.

For detailed information about the position please visit the New Jersey Civil Service Commission website and review the job specification:

https://info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/03097.htm

To Apply: Please submit a County Employment Application which must include a Resume & Cover Letter:

https://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/DocumentCenter/View/389/County-of-Hunterdon-Application-for-Employment-PDF?bidId=

Send to: Hunterdon County Human Resources via email personnel@co.hunterdon.nj.us or US Mail to 71 Main Street, PO Box 2900, Flemington NJ 08822

*This position is covered by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission and all initial appointments are provisional requiring application competitive testing post hire and successful completion of a 90-day working test period.

Qualifications

This position requires a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License insured by the NJ Department of Health

Added:6/20/2025

Chief Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) Public Health- City of Passaic,NJ

Full Time- Monday through Friday; 32.5 hours per week. 

Must possess a valid NJ Driver’s License and an active Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services.

Must have six (6) years experience performing the duties incumbent upon a Registered Environmental Health Specialist in the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws, rules and ordinance.

Possession of a current New Jersey Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor license or the ability to obtain a New Jersey Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor license within 60 days after hire date.

Must be organized, detail oriented and possess outstanding communication and management skills.

Visit: https://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/01205.htm to review the full Civil Service Commission (CSC) job description.

Salary Range: $57,000-$81,000

Eligible for Health Benefits and Paid Time Off, in accordance with City policies.

Send cover letter, resume and a copy of current licenses by closing date of July 31, 2025 to Personnel Assistant, Elizabeth Velazquez at evelazquez@cityofpassaicnj.gov.  CSC provisions apply, ADA EOE. 

Added: 6/13/2025

Certified Animal Control Officer, Full-Time-City of Passaic, NJ

Description: Certified Animal Control Officer needed to work Monday through Friday; 32.5 hours per week. May be required to cover emergency after hour calls when assigned.

Requirements: Must possess a valid certificate as an Animal Control Officer issued by the New Jersey Department of Health. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Minimum one-year experience. Knowledge of the methods used to handle and capture stray and wild animals, and birds. Knowledge of the types of equipment used in animal control. May be required to work weeknights, weekends and holidays.

Please send resume and a copy of current license by closing date of July 31, 2025 to Elizabeth Velazquez, Personnel Assistant at evelazquez@cityofpassaicnj.gov.

CSC provisions apply, ADA EOE.

Added: 6/12/2025

Human Services Coordinator -Township of Livingston, NJ

The Township of Livingston seeks a knowledgeable, experienced Human Services Coordinator to join our Health Department. The Human Services Coordinator will:

• supervise the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of programs providing services to senior citizens, youth and persons with disabilities;
• plan and implement special events; and
• provide information, referral and assistance to individuals and the community.

This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong verbal/written communication and customer service skills.

This is a full time position with the following benefits: medical, dental, long term and short term disability, participation the state pension plan and paid time off.

Education/Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in social work or social welfare with one year of experience in the development of human service programs and polices relating to senior citizens, youth and persons with disabilities and in the delivery of the services provided to these groups.

Requires a license in social work issued by the state of New Jersey.

View full job description for complete details.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Work or Social Welfare with one year of experience.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with experience within the range of $55,000-$85,000 per year. Consideration of the salary range is typically in the low to mid range and is at the discretion of the employer.

Added: June 12, 2025

Registered Environmental Health Specialist-Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission

Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission is seeking to hire a licensed Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) for a full-time position.

This full-time position (35 hours per week) follows a Monday-Friday schedule from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with occasional nighttime and weekend availability required. Rotating on-call schedule.

A qualified candidate will possess a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License and a driver’s license.

Under the direction of the Health Officer or designee, the candidate’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to,

• Retail food inspections
• Recreational bathing inspections
• Youth camp inspections
• Plan reviews
• Complaint investigations
• Enforcement of state and local codes

Applicants must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist
• Must be located within commutable distance to Waldwick, New Jersey
• Must be located in the United States

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 @ 35 hours per week

Please email your resume with a cover letter to Namitha Reddy, Health Officer, at info@nwbrhc.net

Northwest Bergen Health Commission provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Added: June 10, 2025

Registered Environmental Health Specialist -Town of Kearny, NJ - Two Positions Open

Town of Kearny, Personnel Department

410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032

$58,528 - $79,369 a year - Full-time

Full job description

The Town of Kearny is accepting applications for Registered Environmental Health Specialists (REHS). Under direction of the Health Officer, responsibilities include, but are not limited to: sanitary inspections for compliance with applicable public and environmental health regulations, investigations of nuisance complaints and violations of applicable public health laws and ordinance, educational outreach activities, maintenance of accurate paper and electronic records of surveys, investigations, and inspections performed, lead inspections of rental dwelling units, and other duties or special projects as required or as assigned. The position may require periodic evening and/or weekend activities. Must possess an active Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the NJ Department of Health. Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor permit issued by the NJ Department of Health preferred but not required. Appointees will be required to possess a current driver’s license valid in New Jersey. Salary range is $58,528-$79,369, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applications and resumes must be submitted to the Personnel Department at 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032. The Town of Kearny is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested parties should Download the Application via this link:

https://www.kearnynj.org/job-opportunities/

Added: 6/6/2025

Registered Environmental Health Specialist (Part-time)-Bernards Township, NJ

For the full job description please click here!

Added: 6/03/2025

Registered Environmental Health Specialist - City of Vineland Health Department, NJ

Posting Period: 05/14/2025 - Open

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $67,552 (non-negotiable)

Schedule: 37.5 hours/week Monday – Friday (Nights and weekends required when needed)

1 Position Available

DEFINITION:

Under direction, performs sanitary inspection and environmental health work involving in the enforcement of relevant sanitary, environmental, and public health laws and rules within the concerned jurisdiction; conducts inspections, investigations, and educational outreach activities; performs other related duties as required and/or necessary.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Conducts inspections to enforce relevant sanitary and health laws.

When violations of relevant sanitary and health laws are found, determines the cause and takes proper corrective action.

Periodically inspects retail food establishments and other eating-places.

Investigates nuisances and violations of the sanitary, environmental, and public health laws, rules, and ordinances.

Gives testimony in court cases.

Conducts activities related to licensing, operation, and enforcement of sanitary, environmental, and public health laws and rules of regulated activities and facilities.

Reviews and may approve plans for residential, commercial, and industrial development as necessary to ensure compliance with sanitary, environmental, and public health laws, rules, and ordinances.

May respond to emergency situations.

Plans and conducts routine and emergency environmental health inspections and investigations and provides technical expertise to ensure operator and/or owner conformance with environmental health laws, rules, and ordinances.

Maintains, updates, and analyzes environmental health records, findings of inspections, and other data to ensure proper documentation and continuity of environmental health protection.

Prepare reports and findings as witness to environmental health violations in court cases and hearing.

Reviews new environmental health policy and implements the requirements of said policy as necessary.

Educates and communicates environmental risks to the public, media, and other interested parties.

Assist the public, local health agency personnel, and other officials with recommendations and resources on various environmental health matters consistent with environmental laws, rules, or ordinances and suitable abatement practices.

Investigates foodborne, airborne, waterborne, and other suspected disease outbreaks as required.

Reviews and analyzes records/reports and makes recommendations as to laws/regulations which are needed for proper control of environmental sanitation and for methods of improving the operation of existing controls.

Assembles, reviews, and utilizes articles, bulletins, demonstrations, and other educational methods and materials concerning varied phases of environmental sanitation.

Prepares reports.

Maintains records and files.

Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned.

Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

REQUIREMENTS:

LICENSE:

Possession of a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the NJ Department of Health.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

To apply please complete the following application https://www.vinelandcity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2019-Employment-Application-1.pdf and email to personnel@vinelandcity.org.

Added: 5/18/2025

Registered Environmental Health Specialist-West Caldwell Health Department

The West Caldwell Health Department, serving three small municipalities in the West Essex area, has an opening for a full-time Registered Environmental Health Specialist. Active NJ REHS license and valid NJ driver’s license required, as well as experience in retail food inspection, recreational bathing, and complaint investigation.

Position Type: Full-time

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary Range: REHS Starting Salary: $63,000.00 - $66,950.00

Position includes a comprehensive benefit package.

Under the direction of the Health Officer, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

West Caldwell Health Department is seeking to hire a licensed Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) for a full-time position.

This full-time position (35 hours per week) follows a Monday-Friday schedule from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with occasional paid nighttime and weekend availability required. A qualified candidate will possess a valid Registered Environmental Health Specialist License and a driver’s license. Under the direction of the Health Officer, the candidate’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to,

Retail food inspections

Recreational bathing inspections

Youth camp inspections

Plan reviews

Complaint investigations

Enforcement of state and local codes

Applicants must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Requirements:

1+ years of experience as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist

Must possess an active Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services. Appointees will be required to possess a current driver’s license valid in New Jersey.

The Township of West Caldwell offers a competitive salary and benefits. Interested candidates shall send a cover letter and resume to:

William Wallace, Health Officer,

West Caldwell Health Department,

30 Clinton Road, West Caldwell, NJ, 07006,

fax: 973-226-2396,

email: health@westcaldwell.com

Added: 4/21/2025

Environmental Specialist - Field (2 positions) - New Jersey Department of Health Vector-borne Disease Unit

Preferred Application deadline: April 25th, 2025, or until filled

Rate: $25.00/hour

Estimated hours per week: 25 - 35

Dates: June 2nd – August 1st, 2025

Statement of work:

The New Jersey Department of Health Vector-borne Disease Unit is seeking seasonal workers to help with tick surveillance activities. Under the general direction of the NJDOH vector-borne disease epidemiologist, seasonal staff will assist in a variety of tick surveillance activities, including standardized tick density sampling, exploratory sampling, tick identification, specimen preparation for laboratory testing, and data collection/data entry.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience or interest in vector-borne diseases and medical entomology
• Familiarity or willingness to be outside conducting field work
• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records
• Ability to travel to and from surveillance sites throughout New Jersey (mileage reimbursed at $0.47/mile)

Required documents:

• Letter of interest
• CV/Resume

Contact Information:

If interested in this position, please send your CV/resume and letter of interest in an email with the subject line “2025 NJDOH Tick Surveillance Application” to george.keefer@doh.nj.gov

Added: 4/15/2025

Registered Environmental Health Specialist - City of Trenton, NJ

$59,735 - $77,619 a year - Full-time

Full job description

- Conduct environmental assessments and inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

- Prepare reports detailing findings, recommendations, and corrective actions for management and regulatory agencies.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address environmental concerns and implement best practices.

- Stay up-to-date with changes in public health regulations, environmental regulations and industry best practices.

*REQUIREMENTS*

- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, or a related field.

- Proven experience in environmental compliance, preferably in a Local Health Department.

-Registered Environmental Health Specialist License issued by the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services.

- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).

- Excellent report writing skills with the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively.

- Ability to conduct root cause analysis investigations and develop corrective action plans.

- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

- Ability to fabricate solutions to address environmental challenges.

- Professional certification in Lead Inspections/Risk Assessments is a plus.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $59,735.00 - $77,619.00 per year

Interested parties should e-mail resume to Amirah Thomas at amthomas@trentonnj.org and Taher Mohamed-Ali at tmohamed-ali@trentonnj.org 

Added: 4/14/2025