Environmental Health Inspector

Position Purpose/Summary

Responsible for performing inspections of food establishments, swimming in pools or ponds, outdoor events, and other buildings, ensuring compliance with health and safety codes. This position, working under general supervision of the Environmental Health Director, will also investigate environmental complaints, educate the public on health regulations, and maintain inspection records. No supervision is exercised other employees.

Essential Functions

• Conduct regular inspections of food establishments, schools, swimming in pools or ponds, outdoor events, and other facilities
• Investigate environmental health complaints (water, sanitation, food handling, etc.)
• Larvicides private and public sites with standing water to inhibit growth of mosquito larvae, and Obtains water samples from area swimming ponds and brings to lab for testing
• Ensure identified violations are promptly addressed
• Document all inspections and complaints
• Input and manage a health data system
• Participate in training and continuing education
• Contribute to reviewing, learning, and enforcing new regulations
• Deals effectively with the public in-person and/or over the phone
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Environmental Health Director

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Makes sound judgments about violations and their severity
• Ability to enforce regulations firmly and tactfully
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with the public and community leaders
• Knowledge of enforcement tools and educational activities for public health and safety
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and written skills
• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and resolve problems effectively in a timely manner

Education and Experience

• Graduation from a 4-year college or university, including or supplemented by courses related to food safety, environmental health, or sanitation.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in related field.
• Ability to receive the below certifications within 12 months of initial employment.
  • Certified Food Protection Manager
  • Food Allergy Awareness
  • Certified Pool and Spa Operator
  • FEMA Incident Command System and NIMS trainings

NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.

Medical/Dental/ Vision
75% City Subsidized
All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision

Retirement
Available to employees working 20 hours per week

Paid Vacation
Bargaining unit positions are subject to contractual obligations.

Paid Holidays
All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Paid Sick Time
Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Unused sick days can be rolled over to subsequent calendar years. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.

Paid Personal Days
Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.

Training
On the job and instructor led courses available

Employee Assistance Program
Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.

Direct Deposit
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