Environmental Health Sanitarian Trainee

City of Hartford•Ct 06103, CT

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a trainee classification in the Environmental Health Division of the Health and Human Services Department. Under close supervision, incumbents will assist with technical public health work focused on the education and enforcement of public health laws and regulations concerning environmental health, housing, and property maintenance. Responsibilities include conducting investigations related to asbestos abatement, pest control, water and sewerage violations, indoor air quality, hazardous waste, lead, and food safety, including temporary food service events. The role also involves investigating and resolving nuisance complaints, conducting surveys and studies on public health and safety concerns, and instructing establishments on sanitation procedures. The position assists in issuing citations and violation notices, maintaining statistical records, and preparing reports. Inspections will cover various establishments such as service establishments, nail and hair salons, barbershops, and public swimming pools for sanitation and safety hazards. This is a CHPEA union position with a 40-hour work week. Work may be performed in emergency situations, requiring multitasking and prompt, professional responses. Incumbents may gain more independence upon acquiring State of Connecticut certifications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public health, environmental health, biological sciences, sanitary engineering or a closely related field.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must obtain Food Establishment Inspector Certification from the State of Connecticut within twenty-four months.
Must obtain Lead Inspector Certification from the State of Connecticut within twenty-four months.
Must obtain Phase I Subsurface Sewage Disposal Certification from the State of Connecticut within twenty-four months.
Must obtain Pool Certification from the State of Connecticut within twenty-four months.
May be required to obtain additional certification as a result of legislative requirements.
Shall serve a minimum of a twelve-month to a maximum of an eighteen-month probationary period.
The employee may not remain as an Environmental Health Sanitarian Trainee for more than two (2) years.
An employee who fails to obtain the specified State certifications within the two-year training period shall either return to his/her former or comparable position, if available, or be terminated.
If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check.
If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation.

Nice To Haves

Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application.

Responsibilities

Assist with the performance of technical public health work in the education and enforcement of public health laws and regulations relating to environmental health, housing, and property maintenance.
Conduct environmental related investigations of all public health activities including, but not limited to asbestos abatement, pest control, water and sewerage violations, indoor air quality, hazardous waste, lead, and food including temporary food service events.
Investigate nuisance complaints received and take the necessary action to correct the condition.
Conduct investigations, surveys, and studies and evaluate field data as related to public health and safety concerns.
Instruct establishments inspected on procedures necessary to ensure proper sanitation and maintain compliance with codes, regulations, and requirements.
Assist with the issuance of citations, violation letters, and municipal notices of violation as necessary to ensure public health and safety.
Maintain statistical records of program activities and prepare reports and correspondence.
Inspect establishments including, but not limited to service establishments, nail and hair salons, barbershops, and public swimming pools for sanitation and safety hazards.