Environmental Health Program Coordinator (Sewage and Water)

Champaign-Urbana Public Health District

Environmental Health Program Coordinator (Sewage and Water)

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) is seeking to fill a full-time (40-hour week) Environmental Health Program Coordinator for the Sewage and Water Program. Under the direct supervision of the Environmental Health Director, the Program Coordinator plans, manages, coordinates, evaluates public health programs and services and assists in the supervision of program staff.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinates and evaluates public health programs, activities and services within a division and/or District-wide that serve identified jurisdictions, residents and/or the County of Champaign.
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  Develops methods to collect, analyze and evaluate program data and procedures.

  
  
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  Collaborates with funding agent to provide problem resolution on procedural issues.

  
  
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  Assures compliance with grants or any other funding sources requirements.

  
  
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  Researches and analyzes information for special projects and initiatives; prepares and presents verbal and written alternatives, summaries and recommendations.

  
  
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  Assists in the evaluation and review of program operations for compliance with federal, state and local laws, regulations and codes and makes recommendations for revision when necessary.

  
  
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  Develops, coordinates and presents in-service training and staff development programs.

  
  
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  May provide direct services within a program area and according to a professional license.

  
  
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  Supervises and reviews staff performance, conducts performance evaluations and receives and resolves specific personnel concerns or issues of the staff.

  
  
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  Public Health Emergency Response Responsibilities: All District employees must be able to respond to public health emergencies when needed and appropriate. During an emergency response, employee may be assigned to a role in either operations, logistics, or administration by the Incident Commander and/or Section Chief in addition to regular duties.

  
  
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  Performs other duties and special projects as required.

  
  

Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited or recognized college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in environmental health or closely related field with a minimum of 30 semester hours of basic sciences (with at least three (3) semesters in each of the following areas: physical sciences, chemical sciences biological sciences, and math).
• Three (3) years of responsible professional work experience in a closely related area to the assigned program/s.
• Possess an Environmental Health Practioners License or equivalent license or registration recognized in the field of environmental health.
• AND/OR A master's degree from a recognized college or university in a closely related field to the assigned program/s may be substituted for one (1) year of the required work experience.

CUPHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• health, dental, and vision insurance with enrollment beginning on the employee's first day of employment
• 14 paid holidays per year
• 12 sick days earned per year
• 15 days of paid time off earned in the first year of employment
• short-term and long-term disability benefits
• comprehensive pension plan offered through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)

The expected annual starting salary is $71,428. Full annual salary for a Class 9 Environmental Health Program Coordinator is $71,428 - $78,847 for a 40-hour week.

To apply, go to: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6173898.careers?CareersSearch. Applicants may also come in to apply online atCUPHD, 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820.For full consideration, you must complete the application process.

Men, Women, Veterans and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, gay, lesbian, transgender and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodation in order to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at laragon@c-uphd.org. CUPHD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.

CUPHD highly recommends being fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2025 and beyond) influenza (seasonally).Vaccinationstaken prior to September 2025 will not be accepted. Employees not vaccinated are required to mask from December 1st until April 1st of each year. Proof ofvaccinationsor a signed declination form must be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.

This recruitment will remain open until filled.

Posted December 16, 2025