Health Inspector

City of Longview; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Longview is hiring Health Inspectors responsible for ensuring food safety in establishments. This role involves inspections, responding to public health inquiries, and maintaining compliance with health ordinances. Candidates at various levels (I, II, III) are sought, with qualifications varying by experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field with required science credits.
• Ability to pass State Sanitarian exam within 6 months.
• Valid Texas Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and permit food establishments.
• Respond to health complaints and enforce food ordinances.
• Assist with public education regarding food safety.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, or related field

Job description

This position Inspects and permits the City's food establishments; Responds to public health inquiries and complaints from the public; assists Senior Inspectors with investigations of alleged health code violations and reports of food borne illnesses; prepares and maintains a variety of health inspection records and documentation; assists with public education regarding food safety; and performs and assists with other related duties.
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Health Inspector I - entry $1639.42/bw / $42,624.87/annually
Health Inspector II - entry $1809.61/bw / $47,049.88/annually
Health Inspector III - entry $1997.47/bw / $51,934.26/annually

*pay is dependent on experience*

Provides for the enforcement of the City's food ordinances and State public health laws. Coordinates and performs inspections of various types of food establishments. Monitors and ensures food establishments are properly permitted and operating in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements. Inspects and permits temporary events involving food service providers. Responds to and investigates public health complaints against food establishments and hotels. Documents health violations and communicates necessary corrective action to food establishment owners/managers; issues citations as warranted. Performs follows up inspections to ensure appropriate compliance by food establishments. Assists in investigations of reported food borne illnesses and diseases. Able to communicate a variety of information to a broad audience. Prepares and files court cases; provides court testimony as required. Assists in reviews and monitoring of food establishment building plans for regulatory compliance. Assists in educational sessions on food safety and/or other environmental health topics. Prepares and maintains a variety of health inspection records, reports, and documentation. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.Health Inspector I - Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, or a related field with a minimum of 30 accredited college hours in science. The ability to take and pass the State Sanitarian exam within 6 months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Health Inspector II - Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, or related field, and two years health inspection/environmental health experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Health Inspector III - Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, or related field, and four years health inspection/environmental health experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.Work is performed primarily in the field and in and around food establishments. Subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting of objects up to 50 pounds. Exposure to variable weather conditions, general kitchen hazards, machinery with moving parts, extreme noise, hazardous chemicals, and potentially irate members of the public is involved.