Public Health Inspector

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance, and enforcement. With staff of 1,, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, childcare, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control. The Bureau of Food Safety and Community Sanitation (BFSCS) protects the public, including New York's most vulnerable citizens from a broad range of hazards that may pose a threat to health or safety. DOHMH is mandated to inspect 26, restaurants annually, school cafeterias, and mobile food vending units, adult day care centers, senior centers, soup kitchens, homeless shelters, and other facilities. Responsibilities Making periodic inspections of commercial and social service establishments. Enforcing provisions of the Smoke-Free Air Act and the Tobacco Product Regulation Act. Reviewing menu and menu boards to observe compliance with nutritional requirements to aid in reducing and combating chronic diseases and obesity. Preparing inspection reports using handheld computers and serving court summonses when specific violations of applicable City, State laws and regulations are found. Enforcing anti-corruption control policies. Testifying at Office of Trials and Hearings and other courts when required. Traveling throughout the five boroughs using mass transit. Preferred Skills Technical and scientific skills. Effective communication skills. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and organizational skills as well as computer skills. Able to carry and constantly use approximately 20 pounds of inspection equipment. Why you should work for us Loan forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal and state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs. Premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10,000 annually. Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union or benefit fund. Public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. Tax‑deferred savings program. Robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. Work‑from‑home policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days a week from home. Job security compared to private sector employment. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye‑Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity.

PUBLIC HEALTH SANITARIAN

Minimum Qualifications A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by 30 semester credits in the physical and/or biological sciences, of which not more than 12 credit hours may be in the applied sciences. An associate degree from an accredited college, with 15 semester credits in the physical and/or biological sciences, of which not more than 6 credit hours may be in the applied sciences, and five years of experience as a public health technician assisting sanitarians and engineers in carrying out the various elements of prevention and control programs affecting the public’s health. Medical Requirement: Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Public Health Sanitarian. Where appropriate, a reasonable accommodation will be provided for a person with a disability to enable them to take the examination and/or perform the essential functions of the job. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. City employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for two continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of New York