Public Health Sanitarian I: Field Inspections

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

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services in San Antonio seeks an Inspections Sanitarian I to perform moderately complex environmental sanitation inspections of food facilities and related operations.

You will prepare detailed reports, respond to complaints, and assist in disaster responses under supervision, with a focus on adherence to the Texas Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and related regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 30 semester hours in basic science or natural science.
• Valid Texas driver’s license or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Professional Registered Sanitarian license.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental sanitation inspections of food manufacturers, wholesalers, and retail establishments.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports with findings, photos, and exhibits.
• Respond to complaints and emergencies and assist with disaster response as needed.
• Use inspection software to document observations and generate official notices.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Negotiation techniques

Inspection theory

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Professional Registered Sanitarian license (preferred)

Tools

Inspection software

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services in San Antonio seeks an Inspections Sanitarian I to perform moderately complex environmental sanitation inspections of food facilities and related operations.

You will prepare detailed reports, respond to complaints, and assist in disaster responses under supervision, with a focus on adherence to the Texas Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and related regulations.