Childcare Inspection Supervisor

City of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York, NYC Health Department, is seeking an Associate Public Health Sanitarian‑II to lead a team of inspectors ensuring childcare programs comply with the NYC Health Code and NYS Social Service regulations. You will oversee field inspections, issue enforcement notices, and support regulatory decisions across NYC facilities.

Responsibilities include staff training, conducting complex inspections, and participating in hearings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher with required science credits and two years of inspective experience in regulations governing food, drugs, and environmental health.
• Associate degree with related science credits and four years of full‑time inspection experience; 60 credits with science focus.
• Education/experience equivalent to above with the NYNYR requirements for promotion eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assign, supervise and evaluate work of staff performing inspections.
• Train staff on regulations and inspection procedures; ensure timely site visits.
• Conduct field visits, issue notices of violation, and recommend permit actions or closures for health hazards.
• Conduct follow‑up visits and accompany inspectors to evaluate performance.
• Participate in hearings and prepare cases; respond to inquiries from the public and other agencies.
• Navigate databases and provide policy/regulation guidance to staff and colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory abilities

Written and verbal communication

Education

Baccalaureate degree with science credits

Associate degree with science credits

Education/experience equivalent

Job description

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE ASSOCIATE PUBLIC HEALTH SANITARIAN CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

Division/Program Summary

The Bureau of Childcare ensures that childcare services in New York City operate in compliance with the New York City Health Code and New York State Social Service regulations and are licensed or permitted as required by law. The Bureau routinely monitors childcare programs to protect the health and safety of children while in the childcare environment and actively works to improve and expand access to high-quality programs which support early childhood development and learning.

Position Summary

The Associate Public Health Sanitarian-II will lead a team of staff that inspects and monitors childcare programs to ensure that childcare services throughout New York City operate within regulatory compliance.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assign, supervise and evaluate work of Associate Public Health Sanitarians Level I and Public Health Sanitarians performing assessments and inspections.
• Train staff on regulations, inspection protocols, and procedures; Assures that staff performs site visits within established timeframes.
• Conduct field visits of a special or difficult nature, issue notices of violation, and make recommendations for issuance or denials of childcare permits and/or closure of programs having imminent health hazards.
• Conducts monitoring (follow-up) visits and accompany field inspectors to programs to evaluate performance.
• Participates in official hearings on violations and advises subordinate staff in preparing and presenting cases.
• Respond to oral and written inquiries from the public and other city and state agencies.
• Navigate and guide staff through database issues needed to complete work.
• Provide pertinent information regarding policies and regulations to office and field personnel (City and State) in the absence of Director, Assistant Director, and/or Supervisor.
• Selected candidates will be expected to travel to Albany, NY for training and elsewhere throughout the State for an annual NYS Regulator’s meeting. Expenses paid by the agency.

Why you should work for us

Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti‑tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment to Equity

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

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Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 30 semester credits in the physical and/or biological sciences, i.e., biology, botany, chemistry, geology, physics, physiology, and zoology; of which not more than 12 credit hours may be in the applied sciences, i.e., environmental technology, sanitation technology, medical technology, public health, infection control or food service; and at least two years of satisfactory full‑time experience performing inspections to assure compliance with pertinent laws, rules and regulations governing the areas of food, drugs and general environmental conditions; or
2. An associate degree from an accredited college, with 15 semester credits in the physical and/or biological sciences, of which not more than 6 credit hours may be in the applied sciences, and 4 years of satisfactory full‑time experience as described in "1" above; or
3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least 60 semester credits from an accredited college, including at least 15 semester credits in the physical and and/or biological sciences. Furthermore, to assure compliance with Section 11.112 of the Compilation of the Rules and Regulations of the State of New York (NYCRR) – Title 10 (Health), all candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as a public health sanitarian as described in "1" above.
4. In order to be eligible for promotion to a supervisory level, candidates must have 2 years of experience as a public health sanitarian, pursuant to Section 11.112 of the Compilation of the Rules and Regulations of the State of New York (NYCRR) – Title 10 (Health).

Preferred Skills

• Candidate must be permanent in the Associate Public Health Sanitarian title- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities- Excellent written and verbal communication skills- Preferred candidate has a background in environmental health, childcare or related field- Operational knowledge of inspections and enforcement including the rules & regulations governing childcare, a plus.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.