Sr. Public Health Inspector

Town of Brookline; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks of vacation

Comprehensive health plans

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Town of Brookline seeks an experienced Senior Public Health Inspector to perform inspectional and investigative work enforcing health codes, environmental protection, and disease control. This role supports safeguarding public health across a range of facilities and environmental conditions.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field with two years of relevant experience; licenses include Massachusetts Registered Sanitarian, Driver’s License, Certified Food

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, environmental health, or a related field and two years of relevant public or environmental health experience.
• Professional judgment, technical expertise, and ability to work independently in both office and field environments.
• Knowledge of public health and environmental regulations and inspection practices.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state, and local public health laws and regulations
• Inspect, license, and regulate food service establishments, retail food stores, nursing homes, day care centers, and special events
• Investigate food-borne illness outbreaks and educate food handlers on safe practices
• Review plans for new and renovated food establishments
• Respond to complaints involving unsanitary or unsafe living conditions, lead paint, asbestos, septic systems, drinking water, pests, solid and hazardous waste, air quality, and other environmental health concerns
• Conduct inspections of pools, camps, lodging houses, massage and body art establishments, tanning salons, and demolition projects
• Initiate enforcement actions and pursue non-compliance cases through administrative or judicial procedures
• Maintain accurate inspection records and prepare reports
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Regulatory enforcement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health/environmental health

Job description

Career Opportunities with Town of Brookline

Sr. Public Health Inspector
Brookline Public Health – Environmental Health Division
Salary Range: $39.16 – $41.13 hourly

The Town of Brookline is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Public Health Inspector to perform inspectional and investigative work related to the enforcement of health and safety codes, environmental protection, and disease control. This position plays a critical role in safeguarding public health through education, regulation, inspection, and enforcement activities across a wide range of facilities and environmental conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state, and local public health laws and regulations
• Inspect, license, and regulate food service establishments, retail food stores, nursing homes, day care centers, and special events
• Investigate food-borne illness outbreaks and educate food handlers on safe practices
• Review plans for new and renovated food establishments
• Respond to complaints involving unsanitary or unsafe living conditions, lead paint, asbestos, septic systems, drinking water, pests, solid and hazardous waste, air quality, and other environmental health concerns
• Conduct inspections of pools, camps, lodging houses, massage and body art establishments, tanning salons, and demolition projects
• Initiate enforcement actions and pursue non-compliance cases through administrative or judicial procedures
• Maintain accurate inspection records and prepare reports
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in public health, environmental health science, or a related field and two (2) years of relevant public or environmental health experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

This is a professional inspectional position requiring sound judgment, technical expertise, and the ability to work independently in both office and field environments. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills and a strong knowledge of public health and environmental regulations and inspection practices; a demonstrated ability to interpret and enforce codes fairly and consistently while maintaining accurate inspection records; and the ability to assess health risks and determine appropriate corrective action.

Licenses & Certifications Required:

• Eligibility for Massachusetts Registered Sanitarian
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License
• Certified Food Safety Manager
• Certified Soil EvaluatorSeptic System Inspector
• Licensed Special Use Pesticide Applicator
• Licensed Lead Determination Inspector
• Certified Pool Operator
• (Certified Food Safety Professional preferred.)

The Town of Brookline offers a competitive salary scale of $39.16 – $41.13 hourly, and excellent benefits, including four weeks of vacation, comprehensive health plans, and participation in a defined benefit pension system.

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce.