Public Health Sanitarian I

City of Cleveland • 5006 - Environment, OH

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About The Position

Under supervision, the Public Health Sanitarian I investigates complaints involving possible nuisance code or other local code violations. The role issues violation notices, re-inspects for compliance, and performs necessary follow-up actions. It also issues minor misdemeanor tickets and court summons, refers properties to appropriate departments, and conducts neighborhood sweeps and surveys for compliance with nuisance and other local codes.

Under the supervision of a licensed pesticide operator, the position properly applies rodenticides and other pesticides as regulations and circumstances permit. The role also performs routine inspections of facilities and businesses and handles issues regulated under local codes. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

• Associate's degree with the equivalent of 15 semester credit hours in science, math, or chemistry from an accredited college or university; alternatively, one year of full-time paid experience in the Environmental Health field with thorough knowledge of health code ordinances may substitute for the degree.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license.
• Must own or have access to a properly registered and insured vehicle; mileage will be reimbursed.
• Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints involving possible nuisance code or other local code violations under supervision.
• Issue violation notices, re-inspect for compliance, and perform necessary follow-up actions.
• Issue minor misdemeanor tickets and court summons.
• Refer properties to appropriate departments.
• Conduct neighborhood sweeps and surveys to check compliance with nuisance and other local codes.
• Apply rodenticides and other pesticides under the supervision of a licensed pesticide operator, as regulations and circumstances permit.
• Perform routine inspections of facilities and businesses and handle issues regulated under local codes.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree