Job Postings Closing Dates: A job posting may close before the listed deadline if the number of applications reaches the limit for that position. If the original deadline produced fewer applications than expected, the posting may remain open longer.
Application: The application must be filled out completely; stating "see resume" anywhere in the application, is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
Application Notification: Please note that some communications from the Human Resources department may be sent from [email protected].
 

Pay Ranges:
Hiring Range: The hiring range covers the starting segment of the pay scale, from the entry point up to the first quartile (Q1). Starting pay is determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Salary Range: The salary range reflects the full pay range for the position, from the minimum rate to the maximum rate. This represents the earning potential employees can achieve over time while in the role.

___________________________________________________________________________

Serve Your Community, Grow Your Career, and Enjoy Great Benefits: 

Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus may be available. 

• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team in a positive work environment
• Make a real impact in the Aspen community through meaningful public service
• Enjoy flexible schedules and a collaborative, supportive team environment
• Access generous paid time off, holidays, and wellness bonuses
• Take advantage of free or discounted transportation around Aspen and the Valley
• Grow your skills with professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Protect your health with medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs
• Earn monetary wellness bonuses for healthy lifestyle choices
• Plan for the future with competitive retirement options (Social Security, 401a, 457b, Roth IRA) and life/disability insurance
   

The City of Aspen is an Equal Opportunity Employer

___________________________________________________________________________

Hiring Range:  $31.15/hour - $35.05/hour (DOE)

Salary Range:  $31.15/hour - $46.72/hour

Job Title: Environmental Health Specialist I
Department: Environmental Health and Sustainability
Classification: Non-Exempt
 
Position Summary: Join a small, collaborative, and passionate Environmental Health and Sustainability (EHS) team dedicated to protecting public health and advancing sustainability initiatives in alignment with the organization’s values and mission statement. This position offers opportunities for cross-training and collaboration on environmental health, climate action, waste reduction, transportation, and other sustainability programs.
Primary responsibilities include conducting restaurant and childcare inspections, reviewing plans for new food establishments, providing food safety education and outreach, overseeing special events, and supporting air quality monitoring, compliance, sampling, and reporting activities. 
This position requires regular interaction with community members, businesses, partner organizations, and other City departments.  The EHS team values continuous learning and supports ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Supervision Exercised and Received: This position works under the direct supervision of the Environmental Health Program Administrator. 
________________________________________________________________________________
 

Essential Job Functions:  
Project Management 
•    Consumer Protection & Food Safety Program 
•    Inspects restaurants and childcare facilities. 
•    Conducts permit reviews for new or remodeled food establishments. 
•    Provides food safety education, trainings, and technical assistance. 
•    Responds to and investigates complaints (e.g., foodborne illness). 
•    Reviews and approves temporary food vendor applications and conducts food safety inspections at special events. 

Air Quality & Other Environmental Health Programs 
•    Operates, maintains, and performs quality assurance checks of air monitors. 
•    Helps with air quality programs, including radon, indoor air quality, and incentives. 
•    Responds to air quality inquiries and complaints. 
•    Provides department support, conducts community outreach, and helps at events. 
•    Participates in professional development opportunities and attends meetings and trainings. 

Special Projects and Administrative Support 
•    Supports city-wide special projects, organizational goals and initiatives, and participates in cross-functional teams. 

Customer Service 
•    Responds to and helps resolve citizen complaints related to restaurants, childcare facilities, food borne illnesses, and air quality concerns. May occasionally be required to respond to citizen concerns around noise, dust, trash, and other issues. Investigates issues and enforces city codes related to the environment and protection of health. 
•    Communicates, in writing and in person, food safety and sanitation requirements to regulated entities, including restaurants, grocery stores, childcare facilities, and special events.

Department Support 
•    Provides support to all functional areas in Environmental Health and Sustainability and may provide technical expertise, training of related programs, and consultation to employees. This position is expected to develop a working knowledge in multiple program areas.

City Organizational Values 
•    Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values: Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization.  This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.  

Other duties as assigned.

________________________________________________________________________________
 

Core Competencies: Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills, and abilities:
•    Service: Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments. 
•    Partnership: Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.
•    Stewardship: Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.  
•    Innovation: Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen’s unique culture, opportunities, and challenges.  
•    Communication: Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication.  Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication. 
•    Interpersonal: Works to develop strength in interpersonal skills.  Has the ability to work well with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization.  
•    Technology: Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for the nature and level of position.  Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, public health, or related field. 

Experience: At least one year of relevant work experience in environmental health or any field that provided experience in the Essential Job Functions listed above.  

Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient in the following areas: Microsoft Outlook Email, and a basic understanding of computers and online computer-based technology applications, which includes accessing web-based platforms. Must be able to achieve standardization for retail food establishments within two years of hire. 

Licenses & Certifications: Must establish and maintain Colorado residency within 90 days of hire in accordance with applicable state requirements. When a driver’s license or commercial driver’s license is required for the position, must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.

Preferred Candidate: Bilingual in English and Spanish. Standardized in retail food inspections in Colorado. Colorado Driver’s License preferred, or ability to obtain upon hire.   

NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above. 

NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check upon hire.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check. 
 

Position Type and Work Hours:  
•    Regular full-time, hours may vary with workload 
•    Evenings/Weekends will occasionally be required 
•    Approximately 75% of work time will be dedicated to food safety and restaurant inspections, with the remaining 25% focused on air quality and other environmental health projects; actual assignments may vary based on departmental needs. 
•    Flexible work arrangements, including alternative schedules and occasional remote work, may be available based on operational needs and in accordance with applicable City policies.

Work Environment:  
•    Indoors: Office environment.
•    Outdoors/Off-Site: Project work sites include construction sites, restaurants, and special events. Air quality sample collection and other work will be performed outdoors and in potentially harsh climates. Occasionally subject to noisy environments. Meetings, trainings, and site visits at a variety of city facilities and areas.
 

Physical Demands:
Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.
Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium.
Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.
Carrying: transporting or moving an object.
Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. 
Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects. 
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or other devices.
Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm. 
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means. 
Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.
Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees 
Lifting: Moving objects weighing no more than 10 pounds from one level to another. 
Pushing/Pulling: Ability to use upper extremities to exert force in order to press, draw, drag or haul objects in a sustained motion. 
Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.
Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.
Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.
Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time. 
Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. 
Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information. 
Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    
 

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.