Sanitarian I - Environmental Health Officer

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Sanitarian I - Environmental Health Officer

Salary

$24.48 Hourly

Location

TX 78203, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2024-01952

Department

SA Metro Health District

Opening Date

09/17/2024

Closing Date

9/30/2024 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing professional technical environmental health inspection work in the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District. Enforces local, state, and federal health ordinances, statutes, and regulations. Exercises no supervision.

The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Employees in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM13.2 (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/HealthServices/Immunizations/DM13-02.pdf) . Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM15.1 (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/About/Employment/DM15-1.pdf) , all employees are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

Work Location

Claude Black Center, 2805 E. Commerce (78203)

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday; occasional nights, weekends, and holidays

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions vary according to division assignment within the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District

• Inspects various establishments or locations (e.g. food and drink establishments, sewage and water systems, aquatic facilities, school buildings, etc.) for compliance with local, state, and federal health ordinances, statutes, and regulations, which involves carrying supplies weighing up to fifteen (15) pounds, such as a laptop, printer, pool kit, or ice chest.

• Collects samples such as food, dairy, water, wastewater, soil, and/or air to transport to one of the local laboratories for analysis.

• Performs certificate of occupancy inspections.

• Prepares written reports on inspection findings, outlines any health code violations, and recommends corrective measures to be taken.

• Performs enforcement actions such as issuing warnings, citations, and notices of violations.

• Communicates environmental health information with the public.

• Tracks and performs quality control audits and routine maintenance on inspection equipment.

• Assists with environmental health surveys.

• May investigates food poisoning outbreaks at the direction of supervisory personnel.

• May performs tasks concerned with rodent, fly, and mosquito control projects.

• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university that includes at least thirty (30) semester hours in basic or applied science.

• No substitution for education allowed.

• This position requires a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License OR valid driver's license from another state with the ability to obtain a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.

• Must obtain registration as a Sanitarian-in-Training or Sanitarian in Texas within six (6) months of employment.

• If assigned to Vector Control, must obtain a State Department of Agriculture Certification as a Certified Pest Control Application-non-commercial within six (6) months of employment.

Applicant Information

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

• Knowledge of educational policies, disease control, and other health-related technical information.

• Knowledge of related health principles and techniques.

• Knowledge of biology and chemistry fundamentals.

• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.

• Ability to apply technical knowledge and follow proper enforcement of City ordinances.

• Ability to identify and respond to public and City Council issues and concerns.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

• Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations.

• Ability to work inside and outside with occasional exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, hazardous materials, dust, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, unfavorable fumes, vapors, and odors.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.

• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department (https://www.sanantonio.gov/Hr/About/ContactUs?sendto=HR) so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.