Public Health Specialist

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan Department of Environment, Health & Safety is seeking a Public Health Specialist to assist with campus activities including: food service licensing, inspections, and education; public swimming pool licensing and inspections; water quality complaint investigations; communicable disease investigations; and pesticide storage audits.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good. In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future.

Benefits include:
  • Generous time off, including family care
  • A retirement plan that provides immediate vesting and two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months
  • Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
  • Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
  • Paid maternity and parental leave

Responsibilities*
  • Inspect establishments and evaluate compliance with public health, safety, environmental regulations, and codes.
  • Advise campus partners on public health issues and steps needed to achieve compliance and mitigate hazards.
  • Investigate and evaluate complaints and public health nuisances.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and county laws, rules, and regulations to protect public health and the environment.
  • Provide public health education to individuals and groups.
  • Prepare and present written reports.

Required Qualifications*
  • Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry or a related field
  • 3-5 years experience in environmental or public health health disciplines
  • Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator's License required
  • Knowledge of bacteriology, and chemistry applicable to public health problems
  • Good communication skills
  • Good problem solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Ability to work well in a team environment

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

F&O is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

274638

Working Title

Public Health Specialist

Job Title

Envrnmntl Hlth/Safety Spec Sr

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Occup Safety Environ

Department

EH&S

Posting Begin/End Date

3/06/2026 - 3/20/2026

Salary

$73,000.00 - $80,000.00

Career Interest

Environmental Safety & Security
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