ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST I - HEALTH

The Environmental Health Specialist I position at the City of Manchester, NH involves conducting inspections and investigations to enforce sanitary food codes and public health laws. Responsibilities include inspecting food establishments, reviewing plans, collecting samples, responding to health complaints, and educating the public. A Bachelor's Degree in a related health field is required, along with some experience in public or environmental health.
About the position

The Environmental Health Specialist I position involves performing professional and administrative duties, inspections, and investigations related to the enforcement of sanitary food codes, public health laws, rules, and regulations for the Manchester Health Department. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of public health practices and the ability to conduct inspections and investigations effectively. The specialist will be responsible for ensuring compliance with health regulations and will engage in various activities to protect public health.

Responsibilities
• Inspects restaurants, food processing plants, food stores, and related food handling establishments for compliance with the State of New Hampshire Rules for the Sanitary Production of Food and relevant City Ordinances.
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• Examines store records and food handling processes.
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• Reviews plans and specifications for new and remodeled food establishments.
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• Performs on-site inspection of construction areas.
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• Makes corrections to plans and approves final plans before issuing health permits.
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• Collects food and other environmental samples, evaluates test results, and notifies the appropriate party of deficiencies and recommends corrective actions and re-inspects to determine compliance.
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• Supports public health emergency response efforts as requested.
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• Advises on changes in practices necessary to protect the public health.
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• Inspects facilities and buildings which serve the public for compliance with sanitary regulations and standards including swimming pools, spas, childcare facilities, foster care homes, schools, and other regulated facilities.
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• Investigates public health nuisance complaints, food and water borne illness outbreaks, and lead paint poisoning incidents.
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• Conducts indoor air quality investigations, including analysis of HVAC systems, sampling, and testing with other environmental health staff.
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• Deploys traps and collects mosquitoes for speciation and submission for testing.
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• Inspects streets, alleys, and dumping areas to determine sanitary conditions.
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• Responds to citizen and business complaints regarding infectious waste, including sharps waste, and safely removes such material for proper disposal.
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• Inspects septic system installation, reviews plans, and witnesses test pits.
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• Determines adequacy of septic systems and performs tests for potential failure.
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• Plans, implements, and evaluates environmental health programs.
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• Maintains records, statistical data, and writes reports on all inspections, enforcement, and related activities.
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• Prepares and presents educational programs for food establishment operators and the general public.
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• Educates the public concerning public health practices and requirements.
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• Participates in enforcement actions, including testifying in court.
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• Provides technical assistance and guidance in the operation of mass care shelters.
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• Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.

Requirements
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in a related health field.
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• Some experience in public or environmental health.
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• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Nice-to-haves

Benefits
• Comprehensive benefits package