Health, Department of
One year of experience performing environmental health or sanitarian work, or medical or laboratory technology functions.
AND EITHER: 12 college credit hours in biology, chemistry, geology, hydrology, and/or physics;
OR: 6 college credit hours in biology, chemistry, geology, hydrology, and/or physics AND 6 college credit hours in science-based courses in one or more of the following applied sciences: environmental technology, sanitation technology, medical technology, public health, infection control, and/or food science.
Substitution:?Additional college credit hours in the disciplines listed above beyond those required to meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted for the required experience at the rate of 15 credit hours equaling six months.
You must include a transcript(s) indicating how you meet the qualifying credit hours options listed above. The transcript should include course names, credit hours, and name of the college where your college credits were obtained. Failure to include this information will result in disapproval or a delay in processing your application.
Duties Description
Seasonal Public Health Inspectors support the work of the Department of Health’s Center for Environmental Health by performing environmental health inspection functions during the summer season. Positions conduct routine sanitary code inspections of temporary residences (such as hotels, motels, campgrounds, mobile home parks, and lodging and rooming houses), as well as food service establishments, pools, beaches, and water supplies, pursuant to specific sections of the New York State Sanitary Code.
Additional Comments
Temporary, seasonal employment for the summer season, starting as early as mid-May, and ending as late as late September. Occasional Saturday work may be required. These positions require extensive travel, and travel percentages vary by position. Appointees will be required to provide their own transportation, as inspection responsibilities extend over wide urban and rural areas. Mileage reimbursement is provided for use of personal vehicles. At the time of appointment, candidates will have to demonstrate their capacity to meet all transportation needs in carrying out their field work responsibilities.
Candidates, please specify which location(s) you are applying for.