Environmental Health Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities

Environmental health Specialists improve water and sanitation facilities and are involved in improving the quality of community environments.  They often:

·      Collect and analyze samples.

·      Screen samples for possible health hazards.

·      Manage sanitation, disposal, and water systems

·      Identify health hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.

Average Salary;

$25,000-$40,000

Educational requirements;

Environmental scientist must have a bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a science related field such as biology, physics, and chemistry.  A master’s degree may be needed for advancement.  Students should look for opportunities such as classes and internships that allow work for computer modeling, data analysis, and geographic information systems.