ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INSPECTOR I
About The Position
The Environmental Health Inspector I is an entry-level position in the Arkansas Department of Health’s Division of Public Health Practice – Environmental Health – Retail Food. Under the supervision of more senior inspectors or managers, the inspector supports the inspection, monitoring, and enforcement of environmental health standards in various settings. The role includes conducting inspections, identifying potential health hazards, and assisting with enforcement of environmental health regulations. This is classified as a safety-sensitive position. Frequent in-state travel is required, and the employee must have a valid driver’s license. The employee must complete on-the-job training and coursework to obtain Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) certification within a specified time. While in work status, the employee must carry a properly charged and activated agency-issued cell phone at all times.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, public health, biology, or a related field.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to complete on-the-job training and coursework to obtain Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) certification within a specified time.
- Basic understanding of environmental health principles, public health safety standards, food safety, sanitation, and water quality regulations.
- Ability to assist with inspections, collect data, and maintain records.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to learn and apply environmental health regulations and enforcement procedures.
- Effective communication skills for assisting facility operators and the public.
- Ability to carry a properly charged and activated agency-issued cell phone at all times while in work status.
- Availability for frequent in-state travel.
Responsibilities
- Assist with routine inspections of food establishments, water systems, sanitation facilities, and other public health environments to assess compliance with health regulations.
- Identify and report health and safety violations to senior inspectors and recommend corrective actions.
- Collect and analyze food, water, and other samples for testing.
- Assist with preparing inspection reports, documenting violations, and tracking corrective actions.
- Participate in public health outreach and education by providing basic information about environmental health practices to the public and businesses.
- Respond to public inquiries and complaints about environmental health concerns.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
