Sanitarian

Position Summary

Essential Functions

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Inspects retail and food service establishments handling, processing, and selling of food and verifies compliance of grease traps and backflow.
• Identifies violations of federal, state, and local laws and codes and takes necessary actions as required
• Conducts plan reviews for new and existing establishments and performs pre-opening and certificate of occupancy final health inspections.
• Conducts enforcement actions preparing written reports on inspections violations, issuing warning citations or citations for failure to comply, issuing permit suspension or business closure notices, preparing reports for pre-trial and/or in-court appearances, and other activities as required.
• Inspects public and semi-public swimming pools for violations of ordinances concerning water quality and safety equipment.
• Handles calls and complaints concerning Health Division ordinances by investigating complaints and illegal food operations, responding to mosquito related concerns and emergencies such as sewage/grease trap overflow, weather related, and other emergencies.
• Provides customer service to business operators, industry, and the public educating and demonstrating good practices to prevent foodborne illness and teaching food handler and accredited food manager classes in English and Spanish.
• Performs administrative duties maintaining appropriate records for various programs such as retail and food service establishments, backflow prevention program, and liquid waste hauling, and sanitary landfill surveillance, enters information and invoices into system, assists with payment processing, performs follow-up on past due invoices and enforcement actions, reviews and approves applications, and issues temporary food permits.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry or a related field required including at least 30 hours of Basic or Applied Science.

Experience: Six (6) months of experience in consumer health, environmental health, sanitation, or a related field required.

A bachelor’s degree with at least 30 hours of Basic or Applied Science is required for this position and may not be substituted. Beyond this requirement, any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will enable a candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the remaining specified education and experience requirements.

Licenses and Certifications: State of Texas Registered Professional Sanitarian certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire date. (NSPF) Certified Pool/Spa Operator certification must be obtained within six (6) months of hire date. (NEHA) National Environmental Health Association, preferred. (CFM) Certified Food Manager certification - instructor and proctor, preferred.

Conditions of Employment: Must submit and pass a pre-employment drug, pre-placement medical examination and the job placement assessment (JPA). Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.

Other Requirements: Bi-lingual in Korean or Spanish preferred. This position is subject to emergency operations. The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed: during emergency operations, in preparation for prolonged emergency operations and/ or during recovery from prolonged emergency operations as directed by his/her direct supervisor, Department Head or designee, or the City Manager or designee.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of: Local, state, and federal regulations and ordinances related to retail food establishments, food manufacturers, food warehousing facilities, recreational water facilities, body art facilities, establishments that allow smoking, and general environmental health nuisances.

Skilled in: Interpreting and applying regulations related to a variety of general environmental and public health sanitation problems; effectively handling sensitive situations requiring courtesy, persuasion, and tact; showing consideration for and maintaining good relations with others; evaluating situations and making accurate decisions; using personal computer including Microsoft Office, e-mail and the internet; accepting responsibility for his/her actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending work regularly; and working effectively with people regardless of their race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran' s status, genetics, or job type.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to climb and descend stairs, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites. Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking, hiking, and/or climbing in and through operational areas to identify situations, problems, or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate the above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb to perform work and inspect work sites, and push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Employees work primarily in the field and may be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and/or hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road and/or land hazards, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees work partially in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

The City of Lewisville has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities, which may be required. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Levels of positions within a class series are distinguished by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, the independence of action taken, the nature of the public contact made, and the impact and span of tasks performed.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The City of Lewisville has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Work Hours

Monday – Thursday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm; Friday 7:30 am – 11:30 am.

Experience job stability and attractive benefits by pursuing a full-time career in municipal government with the City of Lewisville.

• TMRS – Employees are required to contribute 7% of their salary, the City will match 2:1
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan – if employees contribute a minimum of 4%, the City will contribute 3.76% to a 401(a) Plan in the employee’s name (vested after 5 years of service)
Medical Coverage (includes Prescription Drugs) – 2 medical plans through CIG
• , including an HSA
• Dental Coverage through CIG
• Vision Coverage through Superior Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care FSA’s)
• Pre-tax Premium Deductions
• Life Insurance equal to four times annual salary
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance equal to three times annual salary
• Voluntary Dependent Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness Coverage
• 10 days of vacation per year for years 1-4, 15 days of vacation per year for years 5-9, and 20 days of vacation per year for 10 years of service.
• 15 sick days per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 Hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off per year through our VTO Program
• 15 days paid military leave per year
• Extended military pay if called to active duty
• Workers’ Compensation
• Near-site Wellness Center
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Employee membership discount to Thrive, LELLA, and Lake Park
• Employee recognition programs and events throughout the year