Environmental Health Specialist

Town-of-Prospe; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Retirement Benefits TMRS

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Benefits

Training & Continuing Education

Flex Scheduling

Job summary

Town of Prosper is seeking an Environmental Health Specialist to conduct health and safety inspections and enforce health codes in Prosper, Texas. The role includes plan reviews for pools and spas, and inspections of food establishments.

The position offers a competitive salary with comprehensive TMRS retirement, health benefits, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs, with flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Two years of food establishment and pool inspection related experience.
• Valid Texas Registered Sanitarian license at time of application.
• Pool Operator Certification within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety inspections and enforce health and food safety codes.
• Plan and review specifications of commercial swimming pools and spas.
• Inspect semi-public and public pools and non-fixed food establishments.

Skills

Public health knowledge

Computer skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Biology

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

the Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified and dedicated individual for the position of:

Environmental Health Specialist

Hiring Range: $63,063.63 - $72,523.17

Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment

Flex Scheduling Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Benefits

Training & Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree college in Public Health, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field and Two (2) years of food establishment and pool inspection related experience.
• Must possess a valid state of Texas Registered Sanitarian license at the time of application.
• Must obtain a Pool Operator Certification within one year of date of employment.
• Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware and software for maintaining and tracking of safety and health inspections and noncompliance issues.
• Knowledge of public health and sanitation codes and practices in the State of Texas.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and City health and safety laws, codes, and ordinances.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Skills in effective oral and written communication.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background, and MVR check.
• Must possess valid State of Texas Driver’s License.
• May be required to seek additional certifications.

Under general supervision of the Health and Code Compliance Manager, or designee, the Environmental Health Specialist conducts health and safety inspections and enforces health and food safety codes. Responsible for plan and specification reviews of commercial swimming pools and spas, inspection of semi-public and public pools, and inspection of nonfixed food establishments.

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Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager.

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