Position Detail

Sanitarian In Training/Registered Sanitarian

FUNCTION

Under general direction of the Director of Environmental Health, the Sanitarian-in-Training/Registered Sanitarian will work in the community to prevent disease through working in Environmental Health Programs.  Occasional weekend or evening work will be required.

JOB DUTIES

1. Conduct Environmental Health Program inspections
2. Interpret laws and regulations
3. Investigate health hazard complaints
4. Maintain field district responsibilities
5. Reports to the Director/Supervisor of Environmental Health on a regular basis regarding program work and related matters
6. Work with public officials, civic, and professional groups to promote and improve environmental health programs
7. Work with other internal agency divisions for program collaboration and support, where applicable
8. Performs other related and assigned work as required

MAJOR WORK CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of:  environmental health programs; public health standards as defined by federal, state, and local regulations; importance of agency policies, practices, and procedures; risk communication; safety practices and procedures.

Ability to:  define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; maintain accurate records; communicate effectively in written or oral form; prepare concise and accurate reports, handle sensitive inquiries from officials and the general public, attend work on time, and dress appropriately.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS

May encounter unsanitary working conditions; requires travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F