Environmental Health Supervisor

Pima County is seeking an Environmental Health Supervisor to oversee staff conducting inspections and enforcing health regulations related to food safety and sanitation. This position includes supervising personnel, reviewing construction plans, conducting health inspections, and managing complex investigations. The role requires interaction with various stakeholders and representation in public meetings. The salary range is $54,863 - $76,809 annually, based on experience.
Job Description Summary Department - Health Job Description Job Type: Classified Job Classification: 5463 - Environmental Health Supervisor Salary Grade: 12 Pay Range: Hiring Range: $54,863 - $65,836 Annually Full Range: $54,863 - $76,809 Annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position oversees environmental health personnel conducting field inspections and enforcing federal, state, and local regulations for permitted establishments related to public health and consumer food safety. It is distinguished from other classifications in the Environmental Health series by its role as a full-performance supervisor and its focus on high-profile or complex investigations, including identifying violations and issuing citations for food service establishments. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor. Supervises Environmental Health staff performing field inspections and enforcing environmental health, laws, rules, regulations, ordinances and code pertaining to food preparation, service-related health areas; Reviews and approves construction plans, HACCP plans and variance requests to ensure compliance with federal, state and local sanitation and health regulations for new or remodeled recreational and food establishments, including restaurants, swimming pools, hotels, motels, mobile home parks, schools and day-care facilities; Consults with architects, engineers, contractors and others regarding sanitation aspects of construction plans and construction; Supervises and participates in health inspections, high profile/complex investigations and the determination of violations and citations for food service establishments, swimming pools, hotels, motels, mobile home parks, schools and day-care facilities; Conducts inspections and serves as a point of contact on high profile, complex and emergency projects; Supervises, trains, assigns work to, evaluates and disciplines staff; Supervises the investigation and monitors reported food-borne illness outbreaks; Interprets and enforces environmental health laws, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes pertaining to food preparation, service and related health areas; Performs quality control field inspections, standardization field inspections, on site construction inspections, final construction inspections and makes determinations and recommendations regarding compliance with federal, state and local sanitation and health regulations; Supervises and participates in the preparation and presentation of training materials to Health Department personnel, food service establishment personnel or others as appropriate; Represents the department on committees, working groups and public meetings; Provides information regarding environmental health, food and sanitation related issues, procedures, rules, laws, regulations and unit operations, to staff, other agencies, the news media and the public; Maintains and updates reference materials and prepares activity reports for management; Makes recommendations to management for the development or update of policies, procedures codes and ordinances; Coordinates the inspections and organization of temporary food events. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's of Science degree from an accredited college or university in biological, environmental science, microbiology, other natural science*, as defined by the Arizona Sanitarians Council or other closely related field as determined by the appointing authority AND two years of experience working as a Registered Sanitarian in the State of Arizona in the field of public or environmental health relating to food and other consumer products and establishments and one year of lead/supervisory experience. (Lead/supervisory experience may be concurrent with public or environmental health experience.) * The Sanitarian’s Council has defined “natural science” as a branch of science that deals with the physical world, including life, physical, and health sciences. The Sanitarians’ Council makes all final determinations as to whether individual courses meet the definition. OR: Three years of work experience as an Environmental Health Specialist in Arizona or a jurisdiction with reciprocity, as defined by the Arizona Sanitarians Council, while holding Registered Sanitarian or Registered Environmental Health Specialist credentials and two years of experience in a lead role. (Lead experience is not required to be in a public health setting.) Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application. Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): Registered as a Sanitarian in the State of Arizona or currently registered as a Sanitarian/REHS in another state that has reciprocity with Arizona. Experience with environmental health in Pima County Health Department. Experience with Hedgerow software. Selection Procedure: Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process. Supplemental Information: Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. All positions require current State of Arizona registration as a professional Sanitarian. Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Eligibility for professional Sanitarian registration is determined by the Sanitarian Council. Determinations as to whether your educational coursework qualifies you for registration is solely the discretion of the Arizona Sanitarian Council. The Council has the ultimate decision-making ability as to whether a course will count as natural science credits. Pima County HR makes employment offers based on their understanding of the required coursework. If courses are not approved by the Sanitarian Council, the applicant/employee will have 18 months from date of hire to successfully complete both the coursework and the exam. Failure to become registered as a professional Sanitarian within the required period will result in termination of employment. Physical/Sensory Work Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. All positions will be exposed to outdoor extreme climate conditions and indoor commercial environments that are sometimes extremely hot, cold, wet, and unsanitary, which require the proper wearing of individual safety and protective clothing and equipment. EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pima County stands out as an exceptional workplace, offering a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and personal satisfaction. As one of the largest employers in the region, Pima County prioritizes its commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique contributions of each employee. Embracing innovation and collaboration, Pima County provides multiple opportunities in which individuals can make a meaningful impact on their community. One of the key advantages of working for Pima County is its comprehensive benefits package. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security. Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being. Furthermore, Pima County takes pride in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs. In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service. By joining Pima County, individuals become part of a dedicated team working towards a common goal: enhancing the quality of life for residents and building a vibrant future. Pima County is not just an employer; it's a community that values its employees, encourages their growth, and invests in their success.