Sanitarian

JOB SUMMARY JOB SUMMARY Performs environmental health inspections relative to area of assignment; responds to and investigates public health complaints; enforces City and State health regulations; prepares and maintains environmental health records and reports; and performs other related duties. The position reports to the Community Health and Safety Manager. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Conducts health inspections at various locations including food service operations, day care facilities, public and semi-public swimming pools, streams, private water wells, and/or pollution abatement areas; prepares, submits, and/or maintains related records and reports. 2. Responds to and investigates environmental health complaints; identifies and documents health violations; provides for the enforcement of City and State health regulations. 3. Utilizes computer hardware and software to enter information into databases. 4. Responds to emergency call-outs as requested by the Environmental Health Manager and Police/Fire departments. 5. Required to work some nights and weekends for inspection of temporary events. 6. Maintains departmental equipment; performs vehicle checks. 7. Responds to mosquito complaints and applies larvacide or pupacide to stagnant water areas as necessary. 8. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. DECISION MAKING Must demonstrate the ability to be innovative and resolve environmental health matters in a timely and effective manner. Must have excellent customer service skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree in a science related field is required. Ability to obtain a licensed Registered Sanitarian In-Training within six months of employment required. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Two (2) years of experience in the fields of consumer health, environmental health or sanitation preferred. Licensed as a Registered Sanitarian by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS CORE COMPETENCIES Must have the ability to read/comprehend environmental health regulations, municipal codes/ordinances, and departmental policies. Effective verbal and written communication skills are required; must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, community groups, and the general public. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, climb or balance, talk or hear; and occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Safety Sensitive. The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance. 2023 Benefits Guide BENEFITS Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO Plan Prescription Drug Plan Wellness Initiatives Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7 Dental Plan Davis Vision Insurance Base Vision Plan Premium Vision Plan Laser Vision Correction discounts Retirement Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Flexible Spending Accounts City paid Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Vacation Sick Leave Holidays Longevity Pay Tuition Reimbursement Activity Center Membership Direct Deposit The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services. 01 Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a science related field? Yes No 02 Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving record? Yes No 03 Are you accredited as a Registered Sanitarian by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations? Yes No 04 Do you have the ability to obtain a Registered Sanitarian In-Training license within six months of employment? Yes No 05 Do you possess at least two (2) years of experience in the fields of consumer health, environmental health or sanitation? Yes No Required Question Agency City of San Marcos, TX Address 630 East Hopkins San Marcos, Texas, 78666 Phone Website