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Job Location:
Chalmette, LA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 4458 - 8027
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About this Job
- The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical preventive and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health
Take the lead in protecting public health and safety through the management and enforcement of vital programs like Retail Food Onsite Wastewater Institutions and Food Safety Recalls. This dynamic role combines technical expertise with leadership to make a real impact in your community. Apply today! Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a current Louisiana Sanitarians license plus one of the following:
Three years of experience as a sanitarian; OR
A masters degree in public health food science dairy science environmental or sanitary science or one of the physical or biological sciences plus two years of experience as a sanitarian.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in the Molluscan Shellfish program require that applicants complete the Louisiana Boating Education program and be certified by the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
- Job Duties:
Conducts inspections of retail food establishments restaurants sewage systems and waste disposal facilities to ensure compliance with the State Sanitary Code and protect public health.
Oversees inspections of institutions such as schools prisons day care centers and nursing homes to verify sanitary living conditions and enforce health regulations.
Leads complaint investigations related to unsanitary conditions and public health nuisances ensuring timely resolution and regulatory compliance.
Manages parish-wide Sanitarian Services using data tracking systems to monitor productivity prepare reports and ensure program goals are met.
Coordinates emergency response efforts for events such as floods hurricanes and contamination incidents including after-hours and weekend fieldwork when needed.
Collaborates with public officials and community groups providing expert guidance on environmental health concerns and promoting awareness of program policies and objectives.
Position-Specific Details:
Location: Bureau of Sanitarian Services / Parish Health Unit / St. Bernard Parish
Appointment Type: Probationary Promotional appointment
Cost Center:
Position Number(s): 67854
LDH supports Louisianas commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
Angela Selders
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge LA 70821
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