Public Health Inspector I — On-Call & Emergency Response

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

Job summary

Fort Bend County in Rosenberg, TX is seeking a Health Inspector I for a full-time role. The incumbent will inspect, investigate and enforce state, county and local health laws governing food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems, and public pools.

The position requires determining compliance, addressing citizen complaints, issuing or denying permits, and providing technical guidance to permit holders and the public.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Good interpersonal skills and public interaction abilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, investigate, report and enforce state, county and local 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 appropriate action on complaints from citizens regarding food establishments, nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or public pools.
• Issue, deny or suspend retail food establishment permits and follow up on recalls or investigations related to foodborne illness or disease.
• Provide technical consultations and interpretations to permit holders, staff and the public; maintain records and respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Verbal written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Public interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree + 30 hours in basic or natural science

Job description

Fort Bend County in Rosenberg, TX is seeking a Health Inspector I for a full-time role. The incumbent will inspect, investigate and enforce state, county and local health laws governing food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems, and public pools.

The position requires determining compliance, addressing citizen complaints, issuing or denying permits, and providing technical guidance to permit holders and the public.