Sr. Public Health Inspector

Town-of-Brooklin; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation

Comprehensive health plans

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Town of Brookline seeks a Senior Public Health Inspector to enforce health codes, oversee inspections of food service facilities, and investigate disease control and safety concerns. The role emphasizes education, regulation, and enforcement across diverse environmental conditions.

Requirements include a relevant bachelor’s degree and two years of public health experience, with Massachusetts licenses and professional certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, environmental health science, or related field required.
• 2 years of relevant public or environmental health experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional judgment, independence in office and field work, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state, and local public health laws and regulations.
• Inspect, license, and regulate food service establishments, nursing homes, day care centers, etc.
• Investigate food-borne illness outbreaks and educate food handlers on safe practices.
• Review plans for new and renovated food establishments.
• Respond to complaints involving health and environmental concerns.
• Conduct inspections of pools, lodging houses, tanning salons, and related facilities.
• Initiate enforcement actions and pursue non-compliance cases.
• Maintain inspection records and prepare reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree in public 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.