Sanitarian I

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Lubbock, TX

16d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Drugs and Medical Devices Manager, works independently with full professional competence to perform highly technical, complex federal contract and non-contract inspections of wholesale prescription drug/device manufacturers and distributors; wholesale over the counter drug/device manufacturers and distributors; salvage establishments and brokers; cosmetic manufacturers and distributors for which the division is responsible for compliance with the Texas Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and the Good Manufacturing Practices Regulations. Investigate illegal activities involving drug/device manufacturers and distributors. Responds to complaints and disasters involving drug/device manufacturers and distributors; collects necessary samples; and prepares highly technical reports documenting inspectional findings. Use initiative and independent judgment in performing duties. Employee actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations in response and/or recovery in Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.

Requirements

• Must meet educational requirements (30 hours of science) and pass the Texas Registered Sanitarian Examination within six (6) months from the initial date of employment.
• Registered Sanitarian status must be obtained within (2) years of the date of employment.
• Possess a valid Texas driver’s license, or equivalent license from another state.
• Bachelor's degree from a US accredited college/university (or foreign education that has been determined to be equivalent) with at least 30 semester hours in basic science or natural science or any combination thereof and acquires two (2) years of experience in the field of sanitation.
• Experience using a computer including word processing and database software.
• Must be available to work hours other than Monday-Friday from 8AM-5PM.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree from a US accredited college/university (or foreign education that has been determined to be equivalent by an acceptable education evaluator) with at least 30 semester hours in basic science or natural science or any combination.
• No experience or less than (2) years of experience in the field of sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly technical, complex federal contract and non-contract inspections of drug manufacturers, drug wholesalers, device/drug/cosmetic salvage establishments and brokers, device distributors, device manufacturers, and cosmetic manufacturers/distributors for which the Division is responsible for compliance with the Texas Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and the Good Manufacturing Practices Regulations.
• Supports objectionable conditions using such documentation as samples, photographs, filth exhibits, and written records.
• Completes detentions and destructions according to Division policy.
• Completes and issues a written notice of observation for inspected facilities prior to completing the inspection.
• Prepares highly technical and detailed inspection reports for all establishment inspections.
• Utilizes word processing, databases and spreadsheet software and a laptop computer to complete inspection reports and submit the reports according to Division policy for review and possible regulatory action.
• Investigates complaints involving drug manufacturers, drug wholesalers, device/drug/cosmetic salvage establishments and brokers, device distributors, device manufacturers, and cosmetic manufacturers/distributors and prepares detailed reports of findings.
• Investigates disease outbreaks and documents findings.
• Conducts special investigations involving drug and medical device imports, disasters, special sampling assignments, and other special assignments as directed.
• Provides training to assigned drug manufacturers, drug wholesalers, device/drug/cosmetic salvage establishments and brokers, device distributors, device manufacturers, and cosmetic manufacturers/distributors investigators, including joint field inspections and review of inspection reports.
• Provides information and assistance on drug and medical device related subjects as requested by citizens, regulated industry, and other local, state, and federal agencies.
• Prepares technical presentations on applicable subject for Division training programs, as requested.
• Participates in available educational programs and training presented by the division, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Department, and additional outside training as directed by the Division or supervisor.
• Participates in regulatory actions including presenting technical information regarding inspections and gives testimony during hearings and court trials; prepares special reports, summaries, and exhibits for use by counsel during hearings and trials.
• Completes electronic travel reports, monthly activity reports, time sheets, and other Division and Department reports as required.
• Safe operation of either a state-owned vehicle or personal vehicle is required to conduct state business and an acceptable driving record must be maintained.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Use of safety equipment is required.

Benefits

• insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level