Health Inspector

Description

This position Inspects and permits the City's food establishments;
Responds to public health inquiries and complaints from the public; assists Senior Inspectors with investigations of alleged health code violations and reports of food borne illnesses; prepares and maintains a variety of health inspection records and documentation; assists with public education regarding food safety; and performs and assists with other related duties.

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Health Inspector I - entry $1639.42/bw / $42,624.87/annually
Health Inspector II - entry $1809.61/bw / $47,049.88/annually
Health Inspector III - entry $1997.47/bw / $51,934.26/annually

Pay is dependent on experience.

• Provides for the enforcement of the City's food ordinances and State public health laws.
• Coordinates and performs inspections of various types of food establishments.
• Monitors and ensures food establishments are properly permitted and operating in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements.
• Inspects and permits temporary events involving food service providers.
• Responds to and investigates public health complaints against food establishments and hotels.
• Documents health violations and communicates necessary corrective action to food establishment owners/managers; issues citations as warranted.
• Performs follow‑up inspections to ensure appropriate compliance by food establishments.
• Assists in investigations of reported food borne illnesses and diseases.
• Able to communicate a variety of information to a broad audience.
• Prepares and files court cases; provides court testimony as required.
• Assists in reviews and monitoring of food establishment building plans for regulatory compliance.
• Assists in educational sessions on food safety and/or other environmental health topics.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of health inspection records, reports, and documentation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Health Inspector I - Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, or a related field with a minimum of 30 accredited college hours in science. The ability to take and pass the State Sanitarian exam within 6 months of employment. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Health Inspector II - Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, or related field, and two years health inspection/environmental health experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Health Inspector III - Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, or related field, and four years health inspection/environmental health experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.