Employment Opportunities

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for a Septic System Inspector (WQ Technician) vacancy in the Water Quality Division.  The successful candidate will visually inspect sewage treatment systems (septic systems) to ensure compliance with State and local regulations.  Requirements include: High School Diploma/GED and experience which indicates a basic knowledge of water pollutants, sample collection techniques and a demonstrable ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Candidates with wastewater treatment knowledge or experience and/or a college degree are preferred.  Must have valid Driver’s License and private vehicle for job use.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performing on-site inspection of sewage treatment systems (including routine lifting of concrete lids) to ensure compliance with required public health standards and state and local regulations. Technicians conduct visual inspections of the system’s operation and effluent quality.
• Providing technical advice to owners, operators and contractors on matters relating to sewage treatment systems.
• Preparing correspondence, records and reports concerning inspections conducted.
• Performing general office work (e.g., filing, answering telephones, etc.).
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

This is a non-exempt position.  Only non-tobacco users need apply.  HCPH encourages anyone who feels that they meet the position qualifications to apply. EOE.

Please send resume by September 5, 2025 to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2^nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Stephanie.taylor@hamilton-co.org

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for an Environmental Health Specialist/ Environmental Health Specialist in Training vacancy in the Water Quality Division.  The successful candidate will conduct sewage treatment system (septic systems) and private water system (cistern/well) inspections to ensure compliance with local and state requirements.  Requirements include: State of Ohio Environmental Health Specialist/Environmental Health Specialist in Training Registration or ability to obtain; Bachelor’s Degree in Science; Valid Driver’s License and private vehicle for job use.  Some evening and weekend hours required. 

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Conduct onsite sewage treatment system inspections/sampling of residential and commercial facilities to ensure compliance with public health standards and state and local regulations.
• Providing technical advice to owners, operators and contractors on matters relating to sewage treatment systems.
• Preparing correspondence, records and reports concerning inspection made.
• Performing general office work (e.g., filing, answering telephones, etc.).
• Regulate the installation/alteration/sealing of sewage treatments systems.
• Review new and replacement sewage treatment system designs to ensure compliance with local and state requirements.
• Work with other officials and agencies in the promotion of improved environmental health.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

This is a non-exempt position.  Only non-tobacco/users need apply.  HCPH encourages anyone who feels that they meet the position qualifications to apply. EOE.

Please send resume by December 5, 2025  to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2^nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Stephanie.taylor@hamilton-co.org

Hamilton County Public Health is accepting applications for a Community Outreach Coordinator in the Department of Community Health Services.  Requirements include: Bachelor’s degree in health education, social work, or related field, one (1) year experience in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of outreach activities in a public health setting or closely related field. Applicants should demonstrate skills necessary for the role including dependability, attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to work independently, and prioritize job duties. Applicants should have experience working in a direct-service overdose prevention or public health setting with people who use drugs and must be able to maintain a non-judgmental, empathetic, and respectful attitude while providing services. Applicants should be able to think critically about data interpretation and effectively communicate drug checking results. Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residency.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Analyze drug samples submitted by program participants using FTIR spectroscopy.
• Interpret findings and effectively communicate results to program participants. 
• Provide non-judgmental and evidence-based information about a variety of drugs and adulterants to program participants. Connect participants to other resources as necessary.
• Coordinate with secondary verification lab and follow developed procedures for packaging, mailing, and tracking samples submitted for further analysis.
• Facilitate the handling and storage of drug samples.
• Collect data on submitted samples and results. Integrate initial FTIR testing results with complementary testing results. Develop and maintain data collection protocols and documents as needed.
• Be responsible for the set-up, take down, transportation and maintenance of FTIR spectrometer.
• Stay up to date on the latest trends, developments, and innovations related to drug checking and overdose prevention to enhance the overall effectiveness of the program.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with various stakeholders and communities. Report overdose prevention outreach activities and outcomes to all key stakeholders as defined.
• Develop one-pagers and presentations to share key findings from the drug checking program.
• Serve as a liaison between Hamilton County Public Health and various communities, agencies and/or businesses.  Collaborate with diverse community partners to reduce stigma against overdose deaths and increase awareness of the risks and signs of opioid overdose.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

**This position is grant funded.

This is an exempt position. Only non-tobacco users need apply. HCPH encourages anyone who feels that they meet the position qualifications to apply. EOE.

Please send your resume by Friday, March 13, 2026 to:

Stephanie Taylor, HR Officer

250 William Howard Taft Road, 2^nd Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Stephanie.taylor@hamilton-co.org