Public Health Sanitarian Trainee-HELP Program

Suffolk AME; Hauppauge (NY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension

Paid time off

Job summary

Suffolk County is seeking a Public Health Sanitarian Trainee under the HELP program to perform elementary environmental health duties while in supervised training. You will assist in enforcing the Public Health Law and county codes as you advance toward becoming a qualified Sanitarian.

On-the-job training is provided with progressive responsibilities; completion of BEHC within two years is required to obtain permanent status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with federally-authorized accreditation or NY State registration and 30 science credits (not more than 12 in applied sciences).
• Valid NYS driver's license required at appointment and during employment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in inspection of food establishments, including restaurants, delis, mobile units, schools and temporary food events.
• Collects water, food and other samples for laboratory examination.
• Prepares and submits reports on investigations and field inspections.

Education

Bachelor's degree with 30 science credits (and up to 12 in applied sciences)

Job description

Public Health Sanitarian Trainee-HELP Program***DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS***Under direct supervision, an employee in this class performs elementary professional environmental health work while undergoing supervised in-service training. The incumbent assists in executing and enforcing the provisions of the Public Health Law, the New York State and Suffolk County Sanitary Codes, and New York State Environmental Conservation Law, while undergoing on-the-job training to become qualified as a Public Health Sanitarian. The incumbent's training is provided by supervisors who assign progressively more responsible duties according to the trainee's experience and level of professional development. All work is reviewed throughout its progress and upon completion by a senior level Sanitarian or Public Health Engineer through frequent consultations and observations of office and field activities. Achievement of permanent competitive status as a Public Health Sanitarian without further examination is subject to completion of the approved NYSDOH training course, Basic Environmental Health Course (BEHC), within the first two years of employment in the public health sanitarian series. Does related work as required.***TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES**** Participates in the inspection of food establishments, including restaurants, delicatessens, mobile units, schools, temporary food establishments (carnivals, feasts), private water supplies, private sewage disposal systems, bathing beaches and swimming pools, facilities for refuse disposal, x-ray installations, temporary residences, farm labor camps, air pollution control devices, sewage and industrial waste treatment plants, toxic materials storage facilities, water supply and marine monitoring;* Collects water, food and other required samples for laboratory examination;* Prepares and submits reports on investigations and field inspections.*******Benefits For You Now And Your Future******** Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage* Pension* Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.* Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.Additional Position Locations: Yaphank, Farmingville, Hauppauge***Target Salary:*** ***$43,385******MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS***Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree including, or supplemented by, a minimum of thirty (30) credit hours in the natural sciences, of which not more than twelve (12) credit hours are in the applied sciences.***NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT***At the time of appointment, and during employment in this title, employees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.