Public Health Inspector

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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

Public Health Inspector I

Opening Date : October 24, 2025

Closing Date : November 6, 2025

Job Class Code : 7350

Grade : 22

Salary : $47,174.40 - $65,832.00 per year

Position Number : 02032-1920

Location : This is a full-time position located in Sanford.

Job Description :

You will serve as the Public Health Inspector conducting inspections for restaurants, mobile food vendors, school kitchens, correctional facility kitchens, hospital cafeteria kitchens, lodging places, campgrounds, youth camps, public pools / spas, mass gatherings and body artists for compliance with Program rules and protection of public health and safety.

You will also :

• Resolve issues associated with compliance with health, safety, environmental, and sanitary rules and regulations.
• Provide technical expertise and education on all Program rules and regulations.
• Assist with the development of Program rules and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor the correction of violations within a timeframe.
• Evaluate establishments for compliance with rules to issue licenses.
• Prioritize the inspection of establishments, the issuance of licenses, and the response to complaints per the program's standard operating procedures.
• Recommend compliance closures and determine when to issue Imminent Health Hazard notices.
• Conduct special investigations for complaints and food / waterborne illnesses.

Minimum Qualifications :

A six (6) year combination of education and / or experience in public health, environmental or biological science, health education or a related field which includes two (2) years of public health, biological or environmental science, or related experience.

LICENSING / REGISTRATION / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

Obtain FDA standardization for food inspections, Certified Food Manager Certification and Certified Pool Operation Certification after hire.

Preferred candidates will also have :

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Agency information :

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.

Application Information :

For additional information about this position please contact Rebecca Walsh, Inspector Supervisor at (207) 287-1978 or Rebecca.Walsh@Maine.gov

Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.

To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov

Benefits of working for the State of Maine :

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including :

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note : Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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