Eph Investigator, Food Plan Review - Houston, United States - Harris County

Harris County

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Position Description:

Harris County Public Health has earned the 2023 Best Place for Working Parents Business Designation._

About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States.

HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County.

Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

Position Overview:

The Environmental Health Investigator II, Food Plan Review conducts inspections, investigate complaints, and maintain records regarding food establishments to determine compliance with state and county laws, rules, and regulations.

Must be a self-starter, able to work independently without daily supervision.

Must be able to use discretionary judgment in routine fieldwork, be able to defuse difficult situations with tact and diplomacy, and follow the policies and guidelines established by the county, the department, and the division.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Investigate and take appropriate action on food complaints from citizens.
Be able to complete and document assigned work according to policy and procedure using computers, reports, and established priorities to maintain thorough record keeping.
Specializes in performing all tasks related to Plan Review/ Preopening of Food Establishments.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerRequirements**:

Education:

Must have a Bachelors Degree

Experience:

Must have at least two years' experience inspecting retail food establishments.

Certifications/Licensure:

National or Texas Registration as a Sanitarian is required. Must upload a copy of Texas RS or NEHA REHS Certification.
Must have a valid Driver's License (TX upon hire)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSI):

Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Must be able to drive extensively, prioritize, and organize routes for maximum efficiency.
Must have knowledge of state and federal statutes and regulations related to food safety and neighborhood nuisance issues.
Must establish effective working relationships, exercise balanced judgment, be selfmotivated, and organize work for maximum efficiency.
Must be able to develop and organize operations for a special team or task force as assigned.

Core Competencies:

Organizational Leadership

Understands the organizational mission
Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others

Collaboration

Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs

Innovation

Ability to adapt to change

Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics

Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner.
Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
Uses sound judgment
Selfmotivated
Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity

Communication

Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

General Information:

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

Full-Time

Monday

Friday | 8 am 5 pm
Includes some weekend work.
Hours may vary based on task requirements.

Work Environment:

This is a professional position that requires a combination of field work and office work.
The majority of the work occurs in the community in various food establishments the Harris County.

Physical Demands:

This position requires extensive driving and work outside in various weather conditions.
Persons in these positions must be able to sit or stand for long periods, bend, climb ladders, and frequently lift, carry, and push and pull objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
They also occasionally move objects weighing up to 20 lbs., and sometimes, but rarely, up to 50 lbs.

Work Location:

Harris County Public Health: 1111 Fannin St. Houston, TX 77002

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered _
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Medical
Dental
Vision