Sanitarian, Chief

State of West Virginia; Fairmont (WV); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of West Virginia is seeking a Regional Sanitarian to lead inspection and plan review efforts in the Northern Region for state institutions and public health programs.

The role collaborates with local health departments, stakeholders, and agencies to address sanitation needs, respond to emergencies, and promote public health through professional development and outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a sanitarian.
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Must be licensed as a registered sanitarian by the West Virginia State Board of Sanitarians or be eligible to be licensed.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsabilités

• Inspect and perform plan reviews for the Food Establishment Rule and General Sanitation Rule.
• Inspect Recreational Water Facility construction after a permit is issued.
• Respond to complaints related to public health violations and emergencies.
• Collaborate with public stakeholders, governmental agencies, and private sector industries.
• Promote public health awareness and attend professional development.

Connaissances

Public health knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (substitution option)

Description du poste

Nature of Work

This position will be the Regional Sanitarian for the Northern Region assisting local health departments in assigned regions(s). This position conducts inspections and performs plan reviews for State Institutions related to the Food Establishment Rule and General Sanitation Rule and inspects Recreational Water Facility construction after a permit has been issued. Conducts work related to the On-site Sewage Rule as assigned. Responds to complaints related to public health violations and emergencies. The Regional Sanitarian position works closely with public stakeholders, governmental agencies, and private sector industries to address public environmental health needs and provide regulatory and technical support. Regional Sanitarian promotes public health awareness, attends professional development, and other training as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a sanitarian.

OR

Substitution: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in public health, environmental science, chemistry, biology, physical science or agriculture may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Special Requirements: Must be licensed as a registered sanitarian by the West Virginia State Board of Sanitarians or be eligible to be licensed with the Board per the Reciprocity section of the Practice of Public Health Sanitation, W. Va. Code R.

• 20-4-4 et seq. Must possess a valid driver's license. Availability of an automobile for continuous use may be a requisite for employment.

State employment offers a variety of benefits.

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