Health Inspector I
About The Position
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here! Inspects, investigates, reports, and enforces state, county and local health laws governing regarding food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or public pools. Determines and enforces compliance with state statues, county regulations and other laws and rules that may apply. Investigate and take appropriate action on all complaints from citizens regarding food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or public pools. Issues, denies or suspends retail food establishment permits administered through the Department. Investigates and follows up on food recalls and investigation of food borne illness or disease, emergency situations, temporary food permits and illegal food operators. Provides technical consultations and interpretations to permit holders, staff and the public. Mains current and accurate reports as required. Advises property owners and operators of conditions, requirements and potential violations and follow protocols to correct violations. Issues Notice of Violations or citations to property owners or other violators for possible legal action. This may include filing charges in the Justice of the Peace Court and represents the department with testimony in court. Be able to complete and document assigned work according to policy and procedure using computers, reports, and established priorities to maintain thorough record keeping. Be on call to respond to emergencies when scheduled to do so. Contributes to organizational effectiveness by being flexible, engaging, and adaptable. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 30 hours in basic or natural Science from an accredited school.
- 1 year job related experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills; Also strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
- Must be able to pass a National or Texas Registered Sanitarian exam within 18 months of hire.
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends and be available to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day; is on-call status.
- Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish
Responsibilities
- Inspects, investigates, reports, and enforces state, county and local health laws governing regarding food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or public pools.
- Determines and enforces compliance with state statues, county regulations and other laws and rules that may apply.
- Investigates and takes appropriate action on all complaints from citizens regarding food establishments, public nuisances, on-site sewage systems and/or public pools.
- Issues, denies or suspends retail food establishment permits administered through the Department.
- Investigates and follows up on food recalls and investigation of food borne illness or disease, emergency situations, temporary food permits and illegal food operators.
- Provides technical consultations and interpretations to permit holders, staff and the public.
- Maintains current and accurate reports as required.
- Advises property owners and operators of conditions, requirements and potential violations and follow protocols to correct violations.
- Issues Notice of Violations or citations to property owners or other violators for possible legal action. This may include filing charges in the Justice of the Peace Court and represents the department with testimony in court.
- Completes and documents assigned work according to policy and procedure using computers, reports, and established priorities to maintain thorough record keeping.
- Is on call to respond to emergencies when scheduled to do so.
- Contributes to organizational effectiveness by being flexible, engaging, and adaptable.
- Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
Benefits
- All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).
- Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
