Environmental Health Sanitarian

Spring Green; Baraboo (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sauk County seeks an Environmental Health Sanitarian to protect community health by inspecting facilities, investigating complaints, and coordinating with state agencies. The role emphasizes policy development, outreach, and data-driven decision making within the Public Health Department.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and REHS eligibility or certification within six months, plus a valid Wisconsin driver's license. Standard hours Mon–Fri with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Microbiology, or related field.
• Registered Environmental Health Sanitarian or ability to become certified within six months of hire.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Complete inspections relating to DNR, DATCP, and DSPS contracts such as hotels, restaurants, school lunch programs.
• Document and track inspections using HealthSpace system.
• Investigate environmental health complaints and assess health hazard risk.
• Develop and implement EH policies and procedures.
• Respond to foodborne illness complaints and coordinate investigations.
• Prepare reports to the Department of Health Services and other agencies.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Communication

Ethics in practice

Evidence-based decisions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Microbiology, or related field

Registered Environmental Health Sanitarian or eligible within 6 months

Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License

Job description

Join our team and make a difference in your community as an Environmental Health Sanitarian for our Public Health Department.

A career with Sauk County will bring unlimited opportunities to provide support, assistance, and growth to local communities. Sauk County is the ultimate destiny where anyone can happily live, work, and play. We are looking for someone who has the desire to support local communities and be a part of the Public Health team.

The purpose of the Sanitarian is to apply environmental measures to prevent disease and protect human health and safety.

Sauk County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We actively encourage protected veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply for our open positions.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application system as a result of your disability.

To request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources team at 608-355-4887 or [e-mail]

• Complete inspections relating to contracts with the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) such as Hotel/Motels, Campgrounds, Restaurants, School Lunch Programs, Retail Food Establishments, Tattoo/Body Art Establishments, and Transient Non-community Wells.
• Effectively document and track inspections using the HealthSpace system.
• Investigates environmental health complaints and determines health hazard risk.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures used by environmental health staff.
• Respond to complaints from public regarding foodborne illness. Coordinate with others for investigation of foodborne illnesses.
• Compile and maintain program data; analyze data; and make recommendations regarding program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide education and outreach for radon, mold and air/water quality.
• Conduct environmental investigations of lead and health hazards.
• Conduct site visits and collect water samples for non-community wells within Sauk County.
• Provide educational opportunities and outreach to citizens of the county as well as the operators of licensed establishments.
• Participate in population heath initiatives.
• Prepare required reports to the Department of Health Services and other agencies.
• Enforce statues, ordinances, codes, regulations, policies, and standards of environmental health and safety.
• Perform environmental sampling or testing.
• Advocate for changes to or the development of ordinances and rules to assure adequate environmental protections for County residents.
• Coordinate county environmental health programs with various county and state agencies to provide services.
• Coordinate environmental staff meetings.
• And other duties as assigned.

Public Health Core Competencies

• Communicate to influence behavior
• Incorporate ethical standards of practice into all interactions
• Make evidence-based decisions
• Advocate for the use of evidence
• Apply information technology in the use of data and information
• Ensure use of professional development opportunities
• Describe public health as part of a larger system
• Explain how public health, health care, and other organizations can work together or individually
• Advocate for policies, programs, and resources
• Communicate in writing and orally with linguistic and cultural proficiency
• Identify relationships that are affecting health
• Develop relationships
• Maintain relationships

Required Working Hours

Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am until 4:30 pm. Please note these hours are subject to change and additional hours may be needed or required. Compensation for additional hours beyond normal working hours are subject to applicable state and federal regulations.

Minimum Training and Education:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Microbiology, or another related field

Licenses/Certifications:

Valid Wisconsin State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

Registered Environmental Health Sanitarian or ability to become certified within six months of hire

Preferred:

2 years of inspection experience

Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

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