Environmental Health Assistant Inspection Program Manager

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TCDRS retirement plan

Great benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Fort Bend County seeks a qualified Environmental Health Supervisor to lead Food Service, On Site Sewage Facility and General Nuisance programs. You will review plans, supervise staff, conduct inspections, and coordinate with contractors and property owners to ensure compliance.

Requirements include a B.S. in Science with 31 natural science hours, 4 years supervisory experience, and credentials like Registered Sanitarian and Pool Operator. A Texas Driver’s License is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science from an accredited university with at least 31 semester hours of natural sciences.
• 4 years supervisory experience in environmental or public health settings.
• Broad familiarity with Texas Food Establishment rules and 30 TAC Ch. 285.
• Registered Sanitarian; TCEQ DR for On-Site Sewage Facilities or must be obtained within 9 months.
• Certified Pool Operator or must be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Trains and supervises Food Service, On Site Sewage Facility and General Nuisance staff.
• Reviews work for quality and quality control; assigns work and direction.
• Approves time off requests and conducts performance appraisals.
• Conducts field audits of employee post inspections.
• Reviews plans, menus and applications for plan reviews and inspections.
• Pre-opening and final inspections of food service establishments.
• Maintains reports and coordinates with contractors and owners.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors in Science with 31 semester hours natural sciences

Registered Sanitarian

Certified Pool Operator

Texas Driver's License

Job description

Eligibility

If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers):

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.

The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.

Live Here! Work Here!

Responsibilities

• Trains and supervises Food Service, On Site Sewage Facility and General Nuisance program staff with new or revised requirements to the related plan review procedures and inspection policies.
• Reviews work of others for quality and quality control
• Assigns work and/or direction
• Approves employee time off requests
• Conducts performance appraisals
• Recommends employee personnel actions
• Handles grievances and maintains discipline and the general conduct of assigned personnel
• Conducts field audits of employee post inspections.
• Reviews and approves blueprints and design materials submitted to the department for new and renovated construction food service establishments
• Reviews applications, letters of intent and menu for submitted plan reviews
• Reviews revised plans submitted for unapproved designs
• Conducts pre-opening inspections of food service establishments
• Submits reports to facility contract, manager, and/or owner regarding non-corrected conditions or violations
• Conducts final, routine, renewal and other inspections of food service establishments
• Prepares food service and departmental reports
• Meets and directs contacts with contracted work force.
• Responsible for the ON Site Sewage Facility – plan review and processing, approves or denies submitted designs and planning materials for on-site sewage facilities
• Schedules inspections between installers, contractors, and the OSSF program staff.
• Conducts and/or supervises Pre, Final and inspections.
• Train and assist OSSF program staff with new or revised requirements to the related design/planning procedures and inspection policies.
• Liaison to the Public Infrastructure Steering Committee as a representative for the department and in the absence of the Director and/or the Chief Sanitarian.
• Works with other county departments regarding permit projects.
• Monitors Permit Now procedures and reports
• Updates and maintains department permitting forms and department website.
• Responsible for specified managerial functions such as developing and implementing operations processes, policies and procedures
• Identifying and resolving operations problems and ensuring the overall efficiency and effectiveness of assigned operations.
• Maintains contact with regulatory agency, community organizations, contractors, elected officials and employees in other departments
• Handles special projects and/or assignments.
• Assists in the development of departmental strategic plan, HHS accreditation and/or other department related.
• Provides varied, complex and confidential communication to the director, other management positions and associated staff as designated
• Supports other managers.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science from an accredited university with at least 31 semester hours of natural sciences.
• 4 years job related supervisory experience within an environmental or public health organization.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Broad familiarity of the Texas Food Establishment rules and 30 TAC Ch. 285.
• Registered Sanitarian; TCEQ Designated Representative (D.R.) for On-Site Sewage Facilities Certification (or must be obtained within 9 months of employment).
• Certified Pool Operator (or must be obtained within 6 months of employment).
• Texas Drivers License required.

SALARY: $32.26-$40.33/ HOURLY

CLOSING DATE: Upon Filling Position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

Fort Bend is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the “quality of life” that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call “home”. Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community.