Environmental Health Specialist
Published Date: Nov 18, 2025
Location: US
Company: Los Angeles Unified School District
SALARY DETAILS
APPLICATION FILING DATES
Apply now! The application period will close on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 at 11:59 PM (PST).
Application Open Date: 11/18/2025
Application Close Date: 12/3/2025
INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD
We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life.
LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
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BENEFITS
Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation: Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.
Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.
DEPARTMENT
The Office of Environmental Health and Safety (OEHS) is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy environment for the students and employees of the Los Angeles Unified School District. Our mission is supported through the inspection of schools and facilities, and careful evaluation of all schools to ensure a school environment that is health-protective and conducive to learning. OEHS accomplishes this through the administration of a wide range of environmental, health, and safety programs including: indoor and environmental air quality, environmental assessment of school sites, emergency response, injury reduction, safety training, Safe School Inspections, construction inspections, solid and hazardous management, traffic and pedestrian safety, environmental compliance, asbestos compliance, and lead in drinking water.
For more information about OEHS, please visit: https://oehs.lausd.org/
THE POSITION
An Environmental Health Specialist performs environmental health and safety investigations, surveys, audits, and prepares written reports and correspondence.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
An Environmental Health Specialist participates in the activities of various environmental health programs by performing a combination of the following duties:
- Performing field work (e.g., site inspections, audits, and investigations) related to occupational safety and health, environmental assessment, or compliance.
- Performing field tests using direct read instruments (e.g. multi-gas meters and noise dosimeters) to determine the presence of harmful materials.
- Responding to emergency calls related to chemical spills, fires, or other hazardous materials/conditions and takes appropriate action as needed and/or directed.
- Conducting employee exposure monitoring of designated staff, using appropriate sampling methodologies.
- Calibrating, operating, and maintaining integrated sampling equipment, and direct-reading instruments.
- Providing technical information related to environmental health and safety issues to employees, students, and the public.
- Writing technical and narrative reports and documents.
- Reviewing reference materials to ensure compliance.
- Making recommendations on method standards and specifications.
Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities of this position. For a comprehensive list of duties performed, please refer to the class description: Environmental Health Specialist - Class Description - LAUSD
Entrance requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skill, and/or abilities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in environmental and occupational health, industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety, environmental engineering, or a closely related field.
Note: You MUST upload official evidence (e.g. official transcripts, official degree) of the education requirement to your on-line application.
*Candidates who have completed their degree at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees from one of the approved agencies. Please be sure to request a “Detailed” evaluation report. For more information about the approved agencies LAUSD accepts, please visit: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf
Special: A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle.
SPECIAL NOTES:
- Requires wearing a negative pressure respirator.
- Employment is subject to medical clearance.
- Positions in this classification are subject to pertinent provisions of the General Industry Safety Orders of the California Code of Regulations regarding protective equipment when exposed to hazardous materials including, but not limited to, asbestos or lead.
- Employees in this class are subject to call at any hour.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
An ideal candidate for the position of Environmental Health Specialist will demonstrate a strong foundation conducting environmental health and safety investigations, surveys, audits, and producing detailed reports and correspondence. They should have practical experience in fieldwork, including site inspections, audits, and emergency response to hazardous conditions. Additionally, the ability to use and calibrate various monitoring and sampling equipment effectively is essential.
Furthermore, an ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, and be adept at providing technical information and guidance on environmental health and safety matters to a diverse audience, including employees, students, and the public. They will show a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to maintaining high standards of compliance and safety, as well as the ability to work independently, manage tasks efficiently, and display sound judgment in various operational settings. Additionally, an ideal candidate will display enthusiasm for collaborative work and continuous improvement in environmental health and safety practices.
EMPLOYMENT SELECTION PROCESS
The assessment process will tentatively consist of a computerized multiple choice test and a technical interview.
Please be sure to include correspondence from @lausd.net AND @successfactors.com as an approved sender so that messages aren't accidentally placed into your spam/junk e-mail folder. All notifications regarding this recruitment will be sent via email.
We anticipate receiving a number of well qualified applicants for this position; therefore, there will be a competitive process. After application materials (questionnaire(s), application, resume, cover letter) are reviewed and determined to meet the minimum qualifications, qualified candidates will move on to the next phases of our selection process.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Sofia Montenegro, at sofia.montenegro@lausd.net
For more information about the LAUSD employment assessment process, visit the hiring process section of our website at http://www.lausdjobs.org.
APPLICATION PROCESS
DO YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH THE ON-LINE APPLICATION? Email us at helpmeapply@lausd.net
To find out whether the application deadline has been extended, visit the website at: http://www.lausdjobs.org
The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. Please call (213) 241-3455 for more information.
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION
The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct, or bullying. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct or bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart disease), medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. For inquiries or complaints contact our Equal Opportunity Section, (213) 241-7685.
Selection and promotion are based on a competitive employment assessment process. Candidates who pass all parts of the assessment process are placed on a hiring (eligibility) list based on their assessment score. Hiring departments may make job offers to candidates on the top three ranks of the hiring list. Eligibility typically lasts for 12 months. The hiring list resulting from this assessment process may be used to fill open positions in related job classifications.
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