Environmental Health Inspector, Food Safety & Compliance

Prince George's County, Maryland; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George's County Government seeks an Environmental Health Specialist I/II in the Health Department's Food Protection Services Unit, at 1701 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD. The role involves inspections, investigations, and enforcing public health standards under supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a relevant bachelor's degree, one year of experience, and a Maryland driver’s license; certification as an Environmental Health Specialist is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health, Environmental, Physical, Biological or Engineering Sciences.
• One year of professional level experience in environmental health investigatory/enforcement work.
• Certification as a registered Environmental Health Specialist or Certificate of Eligibility as outlined by the State Board.
• A valid Maryland State driver's license is required upon appointment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, investigate, record and report on the environmental public health impact of the retail manufacture, preparation, handling, distribution and sale of food and drink.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections to determine compliance with applicable health regulations.
• Respond to citizen complaints and resolve observed health code violations.
• Assist with change of ownership and remodel inspections to approve facilities and equipment.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health, Environmental, Physical, Biological or Engineering Sciences

One year of professional level experience in environmental health investigatory/enforcement work

Certification as a registered Environmental Health Specialist or Certificate of Eligibility

Maryland State driver's license

Job description

Prince George's County Government seeks an Environmental Health Specialist I/II in the Health Department's Food Protection Services Unit, at 1701 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD. The role involves inspections, investigations, and enforcing public health standards under supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a relevant bachelor's degree, one year of experience, and a Maryland driver’s license; certification as an Environmental Health Specialist is required.