Senior Sanitarian
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Job Location:
New Haven, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
Join our team as a Senior Sanitarian and play a critical role in protecting and promoting public health through environmental health investigation education and enforcement. This advanced-level position is ideal for an experienced self-directed professional who thrives in both fieldwork and program development. Reporting to the Program Director the Senior Sanitarian conducts complex inspections and investigations across a wide range of settingsfrom food establishments and childcare centers to hazardous materials and pollution controlensuring compliance with public health addition to their technical expertise Senior Sanitarians contribute to program planning and may provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff serving as both subject matter expert and community liaison.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
This is an advanced technical position pertaining to the investigational and educational activities of Environmental Health. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Program Director and is required to act independently. May at times serve as a working supervisor overseeing the work of Sanitarians.
Senior Sanitarians conduct comprehensive investigations across various environmental health domains such as hazardous materials food protection daycare centers and pollution/vector control. They assess factors that impact public health and well-being providing recommendations and if necessary drafting corrective orders.
Additionally the Senior Sanitarians play a pivotal role in program planning and implementation contributing expertise to improve and promote environmental health initiatives. They serve as vital liaisons consulting with stakeholders interested in environmental health activities. Work is performed within existing laws ordinances policies and regulations.
Senior Sanitarians conduct comprehensive investigations across various environmental health domains such as hazardous materials food protection daycare centers and pollution/vector control. They assess factors that impact public health and well-being providing recommendations and if necessary drafting corrective orders.
Additionally the Senior Sanitarians play a pivotal role in program planning and implementation contributing expertise to improve and promote environmental health initiatives. They serve as vital liaisons consulting with stakeholders interested in environmental health activities. Work is performed within existing laws ordinances policies and regulations.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Investigates by observing sampling testing and reporting in areas such as:
...and other factors of the environment that cause or have deleterious effect upon the health and well-being of the public.oHazardous materials
oFood Protection
oLead poisoning prevention
oSwimming pool and public bathing area sanitation
oSalons and Tattoo/Body Piercing Establishments
oAir pollution control
oInsect and rodent control
oSchool and institutional sanitation
oChildcare Centers
oAccident Prevention
oPublic health nuisance control
- Conducts special surveys related to environmental health; prepares reports and recommendations concerning findings.
- Prepares reports summaries and provides recommendations concerning findings of investigations necessary to correct conditions and practices that violate regulations.
- Drafts legal orders to correct conditions and practices that violate regulations and monitors the progress of corrective measures.
- Records test data and prepares reports summaries or charts that interpret test results.
- Assists in Environmental Health program planning development and implementation. Provides information to improve and promote environmental health programs.
- Conducts educational activities to enhance public awareness and understanding of environmental health issues.
- Consults with various local state and federal agencies involved in environmental health activities.
- Performs related work as required.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in the Physical Chemical or Biological Sciences Public Health or Environmental Science;
- Plus a minimum of three years experience with investigation duties in environmental/public health.
KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques in governmental public health sanitary and pollution regulations.
- Ability to develop a thorough knowledge of the laws ordinances rules and regulations relating to public health sanitation and pollution control and ability to apply this knowledge in everyday job situations.
- Aptitude for continuous learning and professional development to stay current on evolving trends and best practices in environmental health.
- Knowledge of public health administration and organization.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues governmental and private agencies the public and other stakeholders promoting collaboration and teamwork.
- Ability to plan and execute work effectively managing multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to effectively supervise the work of others.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Self-motivation and a demonstrated willingness to take direction showing adaptability and a proactive approach to tasks.
- Ability to work independently under general supervision.
- Familiarity with relevant software and technology tools for recording and documenting findings record-keeping reporting and communication.
- Ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure especially in urgent situations or when addressing critical safety concerns.
- Ability to enforce regulations and to mediate related disputes with firmness tact and impartiality.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively in a diverse community recognizing and respecting cultural differences and fostering an inclusive environment conducive to achieving common environmental health goals.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license throughout employment.
- Must possess and maintain full certification as a Certified Food Inspector by the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health Food Protection Program. This includes the successful completion of the field standardization component of the training.
- Must possess and maintain Lead Poisoning Inspector / Risk Assessor Certification from the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health.
- Must obtain Phase I Subsurface Sewage Disposal Certification from the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health within twelve (12) months from the date of employment.
- Must possess or obtain licensure as a Connecticut Registered Sanitarian within the first 90 working days.
- Must obtain and maintain any additional licensure and certifications as required by the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health.
- This job may require on-call and after-hours coverage (nights and weekends) for meetings events emergency response or other duties assigned to this individual in addition to their regular job duties
| This position is aligned with current Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals published by the Council of Linkages between Academia and Public Health Practice. Analytical/Assessment Skills Working knowledge of assessing individual and community health needs. Ability to collect reliable data and analyze. Policy Development/Program Planning Skills Ability to plan implement and evaluate health education strategies interventions and programs. Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of all prevention and promotion programs and outreach efforts. Good knowledge of the complexity of Connecticut State / City of New Haven laws and regulations monitor them for changes and have the ability to independently adapt to changes. Communication Skills Good working knowledge of the appropriate use of technology in health prevention and promotion and ability to independently adapt to the fast-changing landscape of technology. Cultural Competency Ability to learn about and work with all cultures ethnicity social economic statuses being respectful and non-judgmental. Community Dimensions of Practice Skills Ability to facilitate/coordinate community stakeholder groups. Ability to present understand and relay all points of view on issues. Public Health Sciences Skills Good knowledge of the principles practices and terminology of public health and chronic disease epidemiology. Good knowledge of disease prevention and health promotion programs. Working knowledge of communicable diseases diagnoses spread containment and treatment options. Leadership and systems Thinking Skills Demonstrate leadership and management skills. Ability to independently manage projects while providing supervisory / oversight to diverse groups of community members. |
SALARY BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a General Fund tested position.
This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement withLocal 884 American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees.
Bargaining agreements available to reviewHERE.
General Funded hires into this class shall not be covered by Social Security but rather the City pension contributing 9% of salary.
The City of New Haven does not sponsor employment visas. All applicants must have current authorization to work in the U.S. without employer-sponsored visa support.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) an pre-employment background check(2) a pre-employment physical examination including pre-employment drug screening accordance with the Citys Drug Free Workplace Policy** and (3) a 90-day probationary period. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.
**Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test which includes screening for marijuana.
Selection Plan
Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be invited to participate in a Civil Service exam process at a later date.
It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process.Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed.This information may be used to determine the eligibility list. As such this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.
Information regarding the employment and selection process can be foundHERE.
Please note that the only method of communication with applicants for this position will be by email. You must provide a valid working email address and you will need to monitor your email including spam/junk folders for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.
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