Sr. Program Analyst - EH Emer. Preparedness

Position Title: Sr. Program Analyst – Environmental Health Emergency Preparedness (Temporary)

Department: Program and Partnership Development

Classification: Full-time, Exempt, Remote with Travel; Temporary through July 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Reports to: Director, Program & Partnership Development (PPD)

Start Date: October 01, 2026 Dependent on Grant Funding

About NEHA 

The mission of the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) is to build, sustain, and empower an effective environmental health workforce. Be part of an organization that supports thousands of members committed to ensuring that the air we breathe, the food we eat, the water we drink and play in, and the homes and buildings we live and work in are all safe to enjoy. Since 1937 NEHA has been at the crossroads wherever human health and the environment intersect. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, through grant and membership support, NEHA works with federal partners such as the EPA, CDC, and FDA on critical and diverse issues such as climate change, food safety, water quality, preparedness and more. 

With over 7,500 members and a staff of 40+ employees we work to fulfill our mission by setting standards of excellence for the profession through our credentialing program; by providing opportunities for education and training at our annual conference as well as through online and in-person courses; and by providing advocacy through our Government Affairs Department. NEHA’s headquarters are in Denver, Colorado. This position has the benefit of being a remote position. Applicants must be self-starters, take ownership of their work, thrive in a home office environment, and enjoy working both autonomously and with a team. Employees are expected to adjust their work schedule to accommodate members and partners outside their immediate time zone.

About the Role

NEHA is currently seeking a Senior Program Analyst within the Program and Partnership Development (PPD) Department. PPD secures funding and creates and disseminates educational resources to environmental health professionals. The department implements the National Environmental Health Internship Program; the Environmental Health Leadership Academy; creates policy statements; interfaces with member program committees; and creates, implements, and evaluates programs.

The Sr. Program Analyst in Environmental Health Emergency Preparedness is a thought leader and highly organized professional with significant experience in environmental public health and emergency preparedness. The position will support the integration of multiple lanes of public health programmatic efforts into a single, harmonized association-wide effort that meets the needs of our funders and members. The incumbent will become a part of our senior management team and will help inform and shape the future of NEHA as we work together to identify needs and opportunities to further engage and support the environmental public health workforce, locally, nationally, and globally. This candidate must have the demonstrated ability to work effectively within, uphold, and strengthen the organization’s established culture and values.

Occasional travel will be required for this exciting position; approximately 4-8 trips per year. This includes opportunities to attend and present on environmental topics at conferences, meet with our funders to talk about projects and strategies, and provide training to support state, tribal, local, and territorial jurisdictions. A passport may also be required. Intermittent work on nights and weekends may also be required. 

What You’ll Do

Program Oversight

Community Building, Partnership Management and Thought Leadership

Fundraising and Development

Physical requirements:

Our Ideal Candidate

Education and experience:

Skills and abilities:

What We Offer

The salary range for this position is $85,000-$110,000, dependent on qualifications and experience..

We offer a generous benefits package including paid time off and health, dental, and vision plans with employee premiums paid 100% by the association. We offer workplace flexibility and a wellness program led by an employee committee that strives to inspire, create, and maintain a workplace environment that supports employee physical, mental, and social well-being.

When Considering Applicants

When considering applicants, we look for integrity, a vision for what is possible and a proven performance record, along with the education, experience and skills that match the position requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

NEHA is an equal opportunity employer which is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.