Sanitarian

Wisconsin Department of Workforce DevelopmentStevens Point, WI
Onsite

About The Position

The Portage County Health and Human Services department is hiring a part-time Sanitarian to join our team. This position is 24 hours per week and is eligible for paid vacation, insurance and the Wisconsin Retirement plan! Pay range starts at $31.64 / hr

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree; natural science or other related environmental health background required.
  • One year environmental or public health related work experience required.
  • Must seek State of Wisconsin Sanitarian Registration when eligible if not Registered Sanitarian at time of hire.
  • Must be a licensed driver and have access to an insured vehicle.

Nice To Haves

  • Registered sanitarian preferred.
  • Environmental health related certification/registration preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conducts Inspections of Licensed Establishments to Ensure Compliance with State, and Local Laws and Codes: Provides periodic inspections of restaurants, taverns, campgrounds, mobile home parks, swimming pools, lodging establishments, recreational/educational camps, vending machines, retail food establishments and schools in Portage County.
  • Completes follow-up inspections of establishments according to the county’s enforcement policies.
  • Inspects new establishments and change of operator establishments prior to licensing.
  • Reviews plans and specifications to determine compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Collects water and food samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Enforces Portage County's environmental health ordinances and applicable state codes.
  • Gathers evidence, makes reports, and initiates complaints for prosecution.
  • Conducts training courses in food handling and participates in HACCP evaluations.
  • Participates in investigation of foodborne illness outbreaks.
  • Prepares and maintains records and reports as required.
  • Inspects tattoo parlors and body piercing establishments regarding environmental health code requirements.
  • Performs sanitary surveys of all DNR transient non-community water systems.
  • Provides General Environmental Health Services: Investigates human health hazards including, but not limited to, indoor air quality, rabies, and unsafe well complaints.
  • Documents investigation findings, submits recommendations for corrective action, and follows up to assure that appropriate action has been taken.
  • Conducts environmental lead assessments and provides lead poisoning prevention education.
  • Participate in Emergency Preparedness activities and assist as needed during public health emergencies.
  • Provides Informational and Educational Services to County Citizens, Officials and Other Departments: Develops informational materials relative to Environmental Health programs and conducts public information seminars.
  • Provides consultation on an individual and/or group basis regarding environmental health hazards and issues.

Benefits

  • Paid vacation
  • Insurance
  • Wisconsin Retirement plan
  • Health insurance- your choice of two health plans- (Health Savings Account associated with a High Deductible Health Plan with a County contribution or a PPO Co-pay plan)
  • Wellness incentive plan offered with health insurance enrollment! Earn up to $600 per year!
  • Flexible spending account
  • Dental insurance
  • State of Wisconsin Retirement Plan - County contribution of 7.2%!
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Plan) - paid by the County
  • 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
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