Health Inspector I

fortbendcountytx; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County in Texas is seeking a Public Health Sanitarian to inspect and enforce health laws for food establishments, nuisances, and on-site sewage systems. The role involves investigating complaints, issuing permits, and advising owners.

A bachelor's degree with 30 hours in basic or natural science, 1 year of experience, and on-call availability are required. Spanish is preferred; a Texas driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 30 hours in basic or natural science.
• 1 year job-related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Must pass National or Texas Registered Sanitarian exam within 18 months of hire.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends and be on-call for emergencies 24 hours a day.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, investigate, report, and enforce health laws governing food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or public pools.
• Determine and enforce compliance with state statutes, county regulations and other applicable laws.
• Investigate and take action on citizen complaints regarding food establishments, nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or pools.
• Issue, deny or suspend retail food establishment permits administered through the Department.
• Investigate recalls and foodborne illness cases, emergencies, and temporary permits; assist with illegal operators.
• Provide technical consultations and interpretations to permit holders, staff and the public.
• Maintain current and accurate reports as required.
• Advise property owners and operators of conditions and violations and follow protocols to correct them.
• Issue notices of violations or citations and represent the department in court if needed.
• Complete and document work per policy using computers and reports.
• Be on call to respond to emergencies when scheduled and participate in emergency management during a local state of disaster.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Public interactions

Education

Bachelor's degree with 30 hours in basic/natural science

Job description

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

• Inspects, investigates, reports, and enforces state, county and local health laws governing regarding food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or public pools.
• Determines and enforces compliance with state statues, county regulations and other laws and rules that may apply.
• Investigate and take appropriate action on all complaints from citizens regarding food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or public pools.
• Issues, denies or suspends retail food establishment permits administered through the Department.
• Investigates and follows up on food recalls and investigation of food borne illness or disease, emergency situations, temporary food permits and illegal food operators.
• Provides technical consultations and interpretations to permit holders, staff and the public.
• Maintains current and accurate reports as required.
• Advises property owners and operators of conditions, requirements and potential violations and follow protocols to correct violations.
• Issues Notice of Violations or citations to property owners or other violators for possible legal action. This may include filing charges in the Justice of Peace Court and represents the department with testimony in court.
• Be able to complete and document assigned work according to policy and procedure using computers, reports, and established priorities to maintain thorough record keeping.
• Be on call to respond to emergencies when scheduled to do so.
• Contributes to organizational effectiveness by being flexible, engaging, and adaptable.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 30 hours in basic or natural Science from an accredited school.
• 1 year job related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills; Also strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Must be able to pass a National or Texas Registered Sanitarian exam within 18 months of hire.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends and be available to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day; is on-call status.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $23.19 - $28.99 hourly based on qualifications

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.