Registered Sanitarian - Health District Environmental - 9

Brazos County•Bryan, TX

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Division Manager, duties may include some or all of the following: Inspects food service establishments, on-site sewage facilities (OSSF), daycare and foster homes, and pools; participates in vector surveillance, instruction of the public in food safety rules and practices including conducting food handler classes and other public outreach events; investigates public nuisance complaints and foodborne illness complaints. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include all or a combination of the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with at least 30 hours in basic or applied science from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge of laws governing food-service facilities and inspection practices; laws governing OSSFs; personnel policies and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with health district employees, county employees, representative of governmental agencies, and the general public; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds; operate standard word processing and spreadsheet software; work independently; maintain confidentiality of HIPAA information; operate surveying equipment; read building plans; and handle chemicals safely.
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Registered Sanitarian in the State of Texas
Hold or be able to obtain a Designated Representative License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.

Nice To Haves

A Pesticide Non-Commercial Applicator License with the Texas Department of Agriculture
A Certified Pool Operator
A Certified Pool Inspector Certification may be needed to fulfill job duties and responsibilities depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

Conducts food service inspections, including reviewing and approving construction and remodeling plans
Teaches food handler’s classes and speaks at other educational events
Investigates food establishment complaints, including foodborne illness complaints and initiates appropriate corrective actions
Reviews plans and inspects both new and existing OSSF’s as assigned to ensure compliance with state and local ordinances, rules, and regulations
Investigates OSSF complaints and initiates appropriate corrective actions
Performs daycare and foster home inspections
Inspects pools for compliance with state requirements
Participates in vector surveillance program
Responds to environmental and public health complaints both inside and outside the city limits
Performs general administrative work, including data entry, generating reports, preparing notice of violation letters, and completing of timesheets and other required reports
Complies with policies and procedures as outlined in the current “Employee Handbook and Personnel Policies of Brazos County, Texas” and Health District and division supplements.