Inspections

Texas Department of State Health Services; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services in Arlington, TX is seeking a Sanitarian I to conduct environmental sanitation inspections under the Food & Drug program. The role involves inspecting food manufacturers, warehouses, and retail food facilities, collecting samples and preparing detailed reports.

Travel up to 70% and a day shift are required. Under supervision, you will apply FDA codes and Texas rules to ensure public health safety, coordinate with the Branch Manager, and respond to

Qualifications

• Inspects food manufacturers and retailers to ensure compliance with Texas rules.
• Collects samples, photos, and prepares inspection reports.
• Responds to complaints and potential foodborne events.

Responsibilities

• Inspects food manufacturers and retailers to ensure compliance with Texas rules.
• Collects samples, photos, and prepares inspection reports.
• Responds to complaints and potential foodborne events.

Job description

Date: Oct 30, 2026 Location:ARLINGTON, TX DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas. If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us.

Employee Benefits

DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page. Review our Top 10 Tips for Success when Applying to State of Texas Jobs.

Functional Title:

Inspections

Job Title:

Sanitarian I

Agency:

Dept of State Health Services

Department:

Food & Drug

Posting Number:

22936

Closing Date:

12/29/2026

Posting Audience:

Internal and External

Occupational Category:

Life, Physical, and Social Science

Salary Range:

$3,793.41 - $5,921.25

Pay Frequency:

Monthly

Salary Group:

TEXAS-B-18

Shift:

Day

Additional Shift

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel:

Up to 70%

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City:

ARLINGTON

Job Location Address:

1301 S BOWEN RD STE 200

Other Locations:

MOS Codes:

8056,43HX,4E0X1,68S,740A,74A,74D,92W,MSSR,MST

Brief Job Description

The Unit is responsible for compliance with the Texas Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and the Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Warehousing Practices regulations, utilizing the FDA Food Code, Texas Food Establishment Rules and other applicable Texas Health and Safety Codes and regulations. Most inspections will be conducted in western DFW metroplex including Tarrant, Denton, Wichita Falls, Erath counties and surrounding areas. Under the supervision of the Manufactured and Retail Foods Branch Manager, performs moderately complex (journey-level) environmental sanitation inspection work. Inspects food manufacturers and retailers including the following: low acid canned foods, acidified food processors, pasteurized juice, aseptic foods, bottled water, seafood, dietary supplements, bottling plants, bakeries, re-packers, warehouses, salvage firms, public-school cafeterias, permitted and nonpermitted food service facilities, retail food stores, mobile food units, vendors at temporary events, youth camps, swimming pools, public interactive water features, playgrounds, and private water supplies. Responds to complaints and disasters involving food products. Collects necessary samples, photos, exhibits and prepares highly technical written reports documenting inspectional findings. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May participate in overnight travel and be on call or available to respond to emergency situations as needed. EJF 30%: Performs inspections and investigations involving food manufacturers, wholesalers/warehouses, salvage establishments and brokers. Completes detentions and destructions according to Division policy. Completes and issues a written notice of inspectional observations for facilities prior to completing the inspection. Prepares highly technical inspection reports that may include photos, samples, and other exhibits to document inspectional findings. EJF 30%: Performs inspections and investigations of permitted and non-permitted establishments, including public school cafeterias; retail food service establishments; retail food stores; mobile food establishments; and other food establishments to ensure conformance with regulatory and accepted sanitary requirements. Performs environmental sanitation inspections for youth camps, mass gatherings, and field sanitation. Prepares and submits inspection and survey reports to the appropriate Operations Branch. Prepare detailed reports of findings using assigned inspection software, including taking digital photos in accordance with agency protocols. EJF 20%: Investigates complaints and foodborne outbreaks. Conducts special investigations and other special assignments as directed. Provides training, including joint field inspections and reports. EJF 10%: Provides information and assistance on food related subjects as requested by citizens, regulated industry, and other local, state and federal agencies. Prepares technical presentations on applicable subjects for Division training programs, as requested. Participates in educational programs and training presented by the Department, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and additional external partners, as directed (training