PUBLIC HEALTH INSPECTOR

Weymouth; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Weymouth Town is seeking a Public Health Inspector to enforce environmental health codes and perform food-safety inspections across markets, restaurants, and related facilities.

Under the Health Director, you will prepare reports, help develop regulations, and inform the public about public health rules. A Bachelor's in public health and several years of inspection experience are preferred, along with a MA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health or related field with emphasis on environmental health; three years of relevant experience preferred.
• Registered Sanitarian or MA Health Officer certifications recommended or eligible within 6 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and plan reviews for food sanitation at markets, stores, restaurants, and bakeries.
• Investigate nuisance issues and respond to public health complaints with report preparation.
• Assist in developing bylaws/regulations and public information materials.

Skills

Public health inspection

Environmental health

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health

Job description

JOB POSTING NOTICE

TOWN OF WEYMOUTH

Human Resource Department

Position: Public Health Inspector Department: Public Health

Hiring Manager: Teryn Hermenau Hiring range: $73,358.32 to $90,416.71/annually DOQ Health Director Posting Date: June 8, 2026 Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled

Position Description:

Works under the general direction of the Director of the Weymouth Health Department and in accordance with the applicable Massachusetts General Laws, Regulations and appropriate professional standards Conducts necessary public health inspections and plan reviews regarding food sanitation compliance at locations including markets, retail food stores, restaurants, catering food service vehicles, and bakeries. Conducts nuisance investigations of potential problems, such as garbage, trash, pests, and sewage, and other potential public health infractions, in response to complaints or observations. Responds to complaints; prepares reports of investigations; and prepares materials for possible court action. Assists in developing proposed new bylaws and regulations dealing with environmental and public health concerns. Prepares guides and other public information materials to inform the public and interested parties of the various regulations.

Prepares required reports to ensure that the Department has sufficient documentation of inspections, and assists in maintaining Department files and information.

Full description can be found here :

www.weymouth.ma.us Human Resources,

Working for the Town of Weymouth/Employment Opportunities

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in public health or a related field with emphasis on environmental health; three years of technical or professional experience in the field of inspectional, sanitary or environmental health code enforcement; or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Certifications

Registered Sanitarian or a Massachusetts Certified Health Officer recommended or must be eligible to obtain the certificates; required within 6 years of hire. Other applicable certifications including: Food Safety Manager, Certified Pool Operator, Licensed Lead Determinator, or other applicable public health certificates. Public Health Foundations course must be completed within 6 months of hire. Tier 1 and 2 Housing and Food Trainings must be completed within 18 months of hire.

Driver’s License and Personal vehicle

Must possess a valid Massachusetts Driver’s license and own your own personal vehicle

Background Check:

All candidates that are offered a position with the Town must successfully complete a background investigation, which may include a pre-employment physical, pre-placement drug test and a CORI/SORI background check.

The Town of Weymouth is an AA/EEO employer.