What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmentalist - Food Safety (Health Services) position at Shelby County Government?

Position Summary

This position works under the direction of the supervisor to monitor the sanitation level of establishments by conducting sanitation inspections at local and state-permitted establishments frequented by the general public.

Pay Grade: 47

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

This position is eligible for a HIRING BONUS outlined below:

1st payment of $1500 paid after completion of six (6) months of service

2nd payment of $1500 paid after completion of twelve (12) months of service

3rd payment of $2000 paid after completion of eighteen (18) months of service.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Two (2) years of experience in the environmental health field; AND

2. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in physical, biological, chemical environmental health sciences, or a closely related field; OR

3. An equivalent combination of related education, and/or experience.

4. PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Evaluates the cleanliness of facilities by inspecting food service establishments, swimming pools, school cafeterias, daycare centers, personal care homes, tattoo/body piercing studios, hotels/motels, bed and breakfast facilities, etc. according to established procedures.

2. Enforces local and state laws regarding environmental health and food safety inspections in permitted establishments.

3. Informs operators of violations of local and state food codes and educates them on the proper procedures for compliance.

4. Investigates complaints related to foodborne illness complaints and unsanitary conditions when required.

5. Monitors the sanitation level of permitted establishments by conducting recheck inspections at the established frequency per month/year.

6. Links operators to environmental court by serving violation notices and participating in the prosecution of violators.

7. Assures a competent workforce by participating in quality control checks, standardization, TDH, and FDA training classes.

8. Partners with the Memphis Restaurant Association, Memphis in May organizers, and other groups to keep them informed of new regulations.

9. Educates and empowers the community by participating in joint training sessions with stakeholders and speaking at community events to enlighten the community on laws and regulations that may affect their access to public facilities.

10. Performs other related duties as required or directed.

KSAs

1. Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and public and/or community health, as applied to environmental health.

2. Ability to read and understand laws and apply them correctly during inspections of permitted establishments.

3. Ability to explain to operators the violations noted the laws that apply, and the enforcement actions if necessary.

4. Ability to plan a sensible workday route that minimizes daily miles driven.

5. Ability to plan a workday with a minimum of supervision.

6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both in the office as well as the community.

7. Ability to write legibly and communicate effectively both in writing and verbally to a diverse clientele in the field.

8. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and other County’s software applications.

Physical Requirements

1. Must be able to stoop, squat, crawl, and perform other physical duties as needed to investigate environmental health complaints as needed.

2. Must be able to lift or pull up to 35 pounds at a time.

3. Must be able to work in all types of weather.

4. Must successfully pass a physical assessment.

Special Requirements

1. Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one by the date of employment.

2. Must have access to an operable automobile and meet County requirements of automobile insurance upon the date of employment.

3. Must be able to occasionally work weekends, altered days, or hours as needed.

4. Must successfully complete FDA-ORA-U Web-based Pre and Post Food Safety Courses within six (6) months of hire date.

5. Must maintain all required licenses and certifications throughout the duration of employment.

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Exempt: Yes
Type: Full-Time
Department: Health Services

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What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmentalist - Food Safety (Health Services) position at Shelby County Government?

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Minimum Qualifications

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KSAs

Physical Requirements

Special Requirements

Disclaimer

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