Environmental Health Spec U317

Overview

Summary Objective : The purpose of this position is to conduct field inspections and provide information concerning environmental health issues, sanitary codes, and department procedures. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Inspects pools and other recreation areas; liquid and solid waste disposal systems and facilities; properties to determine compliance with vector control procedures; food handling and processing establishments, public assembly areas and nursing homes.
• Investigates reports of animal bites, food poisoning, tampering cases, establishments seeking permits, and complaints concerning pollution, housing, insect or rodent infestation and other health and environmental related problems.
• Collects samples for laboratory analysis, and conducts tests on sewage system, lakes and streams.
• Communicates with establishment owners to discuss violations and to explain procedures.
• Represents the department to community groups, organizations, media and the public to provide information and answer questions concerning premise sanitation, rodent control, proper food service techniques, sewage disposal and related issues.
• Conducts hearings to determine appropriate corrective action for violators, issues hearing notices and orders to initiate court action, prepares court cases, testifies in court, submits reports, and completes special projects.
• Serves on incident response teams during public health emergencies, requiring both on-call service and response during community emergencies.
• Implements environmental protection regulations and health standards for business, public and residential areas, inspecting public places and observing changes in the environmental.
• Assists in program planning; evaluating, drafting, and implementing code of ordinances and state regulations, including assisting with training other staff; and composing reports, public health advisories and public health materials for education and dissemination to the public.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

OR

Other Minimum Requirements

Hazardous Materials

Vector Control Program

Food Safety and Public Facilities Programs

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

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