Hd Sanitarian I

Williamson County and Cities Health District•Round Rock, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position performs environmental and consumer health protection work for the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD). Performs routine (entry-level) environmental inspections to ensure compliance of food establishments, general sanitation, and public nuisance with local orders, state regulations, and federal mandates. Investigates public health threats by conducting and documenting observations of site visits. Makes recommendations for actions to correct deficiencies observed during inspections and monitors compliance and/or abatement of those deficiencies. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position is funded through September 23, 2027, employment beyond that date is not guaranteed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least 30 hours in basic and natural sciences required (must attach transcript)
Texas Registered Sanitarian or Sanitarian-in-Training required (Must provide proof of TDLR licensure)
CPR certified or willingness to obtain
Valid Texas driver’s license and ability to drive work vehicle to all assigned work locations
Knowledge of public health essential services.
Knowledge of the applicable laws and regulations and be able to interpret and apply the laws and regulations.
Knowledge of technical aspects of inspections for food establishments and environmentally sensitive mechanical systems.
Skill in the preparation of technical data prepared for legal situations such as legal/disciplinary actions.
Skill in public relations involving collaborative consultations with the public and community agencies.
Skill in using a computer, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Professional.
Ability to work in a collaborative manner.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding governmental information.
Ability to adhere to Department rules for travel while performing duties.
Ability to assimilate scientific, technical data to determine public health risks.
Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with regulated industry, other regulatory agencies, and the public on environmental and consumer health issue.
Ability to establish goals and objectives, policies, and procedures that support a strategic plan.
Ability to prioritize activities and manage multiple responsibilities; time management.
Ability to train others.
Ability to communicate; good writing skills.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates environmental public health activities, such as public health nuisance investigations, with representatives from other local governmental departments, including, but not limited to, code enforcement offices
Collaborates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, procedures for the Retail Food, and Public Nuisance Programs
Collaborates in and contributes to individual, team, program and branch program management, quality improvement, and evaluation activities
Participates in QI activities to support a culture of Quality Improvement within the program and division
Delivers targeted, culturally appropriate information to help individuals and groups understand local environmental public health policies, regulations, and laws
Utilizes appropriate methods for interacting effectively and professional with persons of all ages and from diverse, cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, and ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientation, lifestyles, and physical abilities
Adheres to ethical principles and WCCHD policy in the maintenance, use, and dissemination of data and information
Provides quality internal and external customer service
Discusses deficiencies noted on inspections, including why the deficiency is a public health concern and methods to correct the deficiency
Educates the public on environmental health issues and the public health rationales for environmental health regulations
Provides environmental health information, interpretation, technical assistance and regulatory advice to individuals, groups, industry organizations, the public and other agencies regarding local public health environmental codes, regulations, policies, and identified environmental problems
Contributes to a work environment that fosters ongoing educational experiences regarding public health for colleagues, health-related students, healthcare professionals and members of the community
Conducts routine, technical environmental inspections and investigations of retail food establishments, general sanitation, and public nuisances to ensure compliance of existing state and local public health and environmental laws, regulations, and policies
Conducts inspections according to policy, protocols, and as needed to meet the frequency required by local orders and policies
Provides education and technical assistance to individuals or groups regarding compliance with current local public health and environmental laws, regulations, and policies
Responds to complaints against food establishments by conducting inspections to determine deficiencies and initiates enforcement or corrective actions as required
Assists and responds to public health complaints and concerns through site inspections, and office evaluations by following prescribed departmental protocol; recommending required mitigative measures
May collect samples and photographic evidence using digital camera during inspections and investigations
Demonstrates knowledge of applicable professional guidelines as a Registered Sanitarian (RS) and other Federal and State laws applicable to practice as an environmental health public health professional
Maintains knowledge of current food related issues through internal staff training and attending seminars and conferences.
Must complete training requirements of the FDA Voluntary National Retail Regulatory Program Standards
Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development by pursuing education, participating in professional committees and work groups
May participate on a WCCHD committee, task force, or assigned other duties
In the event of a public health emergency, employees may be called upon to support WCCHD's response in ways that are outside the usual scope of their job responsibilities. This may involve working hours that are outside the employee's usual work hours. Employees will not be required to perförm duties that are outside of their competence or professional licensure.