Lead Poisoning Prevention Inspector

City of New Haven; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New Haven is seeking a technical public health inspector within the Health Department to perform lead poisoning investigations, education, and outreach. The role includes inspecting buildings for lead paint, collecting samples, documenting findings, and coordinating abatement plans with property owners and contractors.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, collaboration with city/state agencies, and continuing education on environmental health standards to protect residents,

Qualifications

• Inspects buildings for lead sources as part of environmental health duties.
• Performs investigations following established protocols to identify lead hazards.
• Collects paint, dust, water, and soil samples and coordinates with the lab for analysis.
• Documents findings accurately and reports results for regulatory action.
• Coordinates with property owners and agencies to ensure abatement and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspects buildings and dwellings for possible sources of lead poisoning.
• Conducts investigations, following established protocols, of home environments of children exhibiting symptoms.
• Performs inspections using instruments to identify surfaces with lead paint.
• Collects samples and delivers to laboratory for analysis.
• Documents findings and photographs as necessary.
• Follows procedures to ensure abatement of lead paint hazards.
• Reinspects dwellings after repairs to ensure compliance.
• Confers with owners regarding notices and violations.
• Fosters cooperative relations with city and state agencies.
• Records data and prepares reports and summaries.
• Develops lead abatement plans coordinating with property owners and contractors.

Skills

Inspection skills

Investigation

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Special instruments

Laboratory sample collection tools

Job description

City of New Haven is seeking a technical public health inspector within the Health Department to perform lead poisoning investigations, education, and outreach. The role includes inspecting buildings for lead paint, collecting samples, documenting findings, and coordinating abatement plans with property owners and contractors.

The position emphasizes regulatory compliance, collaboration with city/state agencies, and continuing education on environmental health standards to protect residents,