BOH Agent Job Description_3_26

Rockland; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Rockland is seeking a Board of Health Agent to lead the Health Department in accordance with Massachusetts laws and town bylaws. You will interpret and enforce health regulations, oversee inspections, and coordinate public health programs to safeguard community health.

As the designated coordinator for the Public Health Excellence Grant, you will collaborate with host communities and state partners, ensuring reporting, compliance, and integration of grant activities into local

Qualifications

• Responsible for enforcing the State Sanitary Code and applicable laws to protect public health.
• Oversees inspections of food establishments, housing, septic systems, and waste operations.
• Acts as local public health authority during emergencies and coordinates with state agencies.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Health Department and Recycling Center staff and operations.
• Develops and administers departmental budgets and financial reporting.
• Coordinates grant activities and shared public health services with partners.

Job description

Board of Health Agent

3/2/2026

Town of Rockland

Job Description

Position Title: Board of Health Agent Department: Health Department

Reports To: Board of Health Date 3/2/26

Appointing Authority: Town Administrator FLSA: Exempt

Summary:

Under the general direction of the Board of Health, with duties and responsibilities as defined by the Massachusetts General Laws, Town bylaws, and applicable local, state, and federal laws; specifically, the interpretation, implementation, and enforcement of the Code of Massachusetts Regulations, Board of Health Regulations, Rockland Board of Health Regulations, and Town Bylaws pertaining to all aspects of Public Health, the Health Agent performs a variety of complex and highly responsible duties requiring extensive professional judgment to ensure that all municipal public health activities conform to law and sound municipal practices. This position is responsible for protecting the health and safety of the community through the administration of public health programs, inspections, regulatory enforcement, and emergency response. In addition, the Health Agent serves as the Town’s designated coordinator for activities associated with the Public Health Excellence (PHE) Grant, working in collaboration with Rockland as host community to support compliance, reporting, and implementation of shared public health services in accordance with state requirements. Grant-related responsibilities are subject to funding availability and applicable inter-municipal agreements and may be modified consistent with municipal needs.

Essential Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Regulatory and Statutory Public Health Functions

• Responsible for all activities and functions related to the Health Department, including supervision of office staff and Rockland Recycling Center staff, health programs, inspections, enforcement activities, and oversight of municipal solid waste and recycling operations, including curbside collection services.
• Enforces provisions of the State Sanitary Code and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Enforces provisions of the State Sanitary Code and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including those governing solid waste and recycling operations.
• Conducts and oversees inspections of food establishments, housing, septic systems, recreational facilities, the Rockland Recycling Center, and other regulated entities to ensure compliance with public health and safety standards.
• Enforces regulations pertaining to fitness for human habitation.
• Promotes and enforces laws governing installation, maintenance, and alteration of individual sewage disposal systems.
• Investigates complaints related to public health nuisances, environmental hazards, sanitary violations, Recycling Center operations, and curbside solid waste and recycling services; prepares reports, correspondence, enforcement orders, certificates of compliance, and supporting documentation for possible action by the Board of Health or the courts.
• Serves as the local public health authority during declared public health emergencies and coordinates response activities in collaboration with municipal and state agencies.
• Ensures the Rockland Recycling Center operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all applicable regulations; maintains accurate records of material tonnage and operational activity.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable solid waste and recycling reporting requirements, including submission of annual tonnage data to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP); reporting of recycling rates and materials collected; and maintaining documentation demonstrating compliance with the Commonwealth’s Solid Waste Master Plan and municipal waste
• Cooperates with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and other agencies in disease surveillance, emergency preparedness, environmental protection, water supply safety, and solid waste management matters.
• Serves as on-call public health authority 24 hours per day, 7 days per week for emergency health issues.

Public Health Excellence (PHE) Grant Administration & Shared Services Management

• Serves as the Town’s designated coordinator for activities associated with the Public Health Excellence (PHE) Grant to support compliance, reporting, and implementation of shared public health services in accordance with state requirements.
• Coordinated with Rockland, as host community, and state partners regarding implementation of shared public health services.
• Assists with compliance monitoring and required program reporting associated with grant-funded activities.
• Supports integration of grant-funded services into existing local public health operations.
• Participates in regional collaborative meetings related to shared public health services.
• Coordinates locally assigned grant-related initiatives consistent with state guidelines and available funding.

Administrative and Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervises the day-to-day operations of the department and the Rockland Recycling Center; assigns work and ensures effective utilization of staff and resources.
• Develops departmental goals, policies, and performance standards including those related to Recycling Center and curbside waste operations.
• Provides operational direction and support to Recycling Center staff to ensure safe, efficient site operations and adherence to established procedures.
• Prepares and administers departmental budget.
• Monitors and tracks Recycling Center revenues; prepares financial reports and forecasting documents; and prepares and submits monthly Recycling Center deposits to the Town Treasurer.
• Prepares financial reports and forecasting documents.
• Maintains official Board of Health records and solid waste and Recycling Center operational documentations.
• Presents recommendations and reports to the Board of Health and other municipal bodies regarding departmental, Recycling Center, and curbside waste operations.
• Oversees municipal curbside solid waste and recycling services, including bid preparation, contract execution, and ongoing contract administration.
• Collaborates with regional public health partners to enhance service delivery and maintain compliance with state public health standards.
• Performs additional administrative duties and other tasks as assigned by the Board of Health consistent with public health authority.
• Coordinates and attends all meetings of the Board of Health. Periodically attends meetings of the Select Board or other municipal boards to report on department activities and public health matters.
• Performs similar or related work as required or as the situation dictates.

Supervision Received

Under administrative direction, the employee works from policies, goals, and objectives; establishes short-range plans and departmental performance standards; and assumes direct accountability for department results. The employee consults with the Board of Health where clarification, interpretation, or exception to policy may be required.