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Public Health Sanitarian

Public Health Sanitarian

City of MedfordMedford, Massachusetts, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

BASIC FUNCTION :

Performs Inspection and technical work in the enforcement and interpretation of applicable State and local City of Medford codes relating to sanitation, and environment / public health practices and principles. Provides advocacy for the protection and advancement of public health and safety.

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Conducts necessary public health inspections regarding food sanitation compliance at locations including markets, retail food stores, restaurants, catering food service vehicles, and bakeries.
  • Conducts housing inspections for compliance with Chapter II of the Massachusetts Sanitary Code.
  • Conducts environmental investigations of potential public health and safety problems, such as garbage, trash, pests, and sewage, and other potential public health violations, in response to complaints or observations.
  • Responds to complaints; prepares reports of investigations and prepares materials for possible court action.
  • Provides inspections and enforcement in compliance with state and local codes.
  • Process permit applications in accordance with State Sanitary Code and Board of Health Regulations.
  • Issues citations and makes appearance in court or at in-house Municipal Code hearings in cases of noncompliance with State Sanitary Code.
  • Prepares required reports in compliance with state requirements to ensure that the Board of Health has sufficient documentation and assists in maintaining department files and information.
  • Drafts enforcement orders to responsible parties and assists with necessary legal action.
  • Conducts environmental investigations of swimming pools, bathing beaches and air and noise pollution complaints.
  • Reviews plans for construction of septic systems, pursuant to Title V.
  • Provides educational seminars to food establishments and other related businesses as necessary.
  • Reviews plans for new restaurants, tanning salons, swimming pools, Body Art establishments and other related businesses.
  • Assists in developing proposed new bylaws and regulations dealing with environmental and public health concerns.
  • Reviews bacteriology reports and reviews water quality reports at least weekly for recreational waters during the bathing season between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
  • Prepares guides and other public information materials to inform the public and interested parties of the various regulations.
  • Maintains knowledge and expertise of new developments in the fields of environmental and public health.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

EDUCATIONAL / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in public health or related field with emphasis on environmental health.
  • Must have at least three (3) years of technical or professional experience in field of inspectional, sanitary, or environmental health code enforcement or an equivalent combination of education and experiences.

    • LICENSE :

  • Registration by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Sanitarians is preferred or commitment to obtain within one year.
  • A valid state driver’s license.

    • Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

    Knowledge :

  • Thorough knowledge of State Sanitary Code and working knowledge of other laws, rules and regulations pertaining to public health and sanitation.
  • Working knowledge of environmental and public health principles, practices, procedures, and techniques.

    • Skills :

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Software applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Must be proficient in the use of equipment typically used to provide inspectional services.

    • Abilities :

  • Ability to enforce and interpret regulations to the public firmly, tactfully, and impartially.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing to translate technical knowledge into layperson’s terms.
  • Ability to maintain complete and accurate inspection records and to prepare reports in compliance with state regulations.
  • Ability to operate a keyboard, computer, telephone, and standard office equipment.

    • HOURS OF WORK : | Full-time (35 hours / weekly) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8 : 30 AM – 4 : 30 PM; Wednesday 8 : 30 AM – 7 : 30 PM; Friday 8 : 30 AM – 12 : 30 PM. Evenings as required.

    SALARY : | Non-Union, H10 ($1,412.06 - $1,588.14 / week)

    ADDRESS ALL COVER LETTERS AND RESUMES TO :

    Human Resources Department

    City of Medford – Room 204

    85 George P. Hassett Drive

    Medford, MA 02155

    Or send a cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to jobs@medford-ma.gov

    For the posting, please visit the City of Medford's website – www.medfordma.org

    The City of Medford is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / 504 Employer Residents of the City of Medford, Women, People of Color, Veterans, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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