Environmental Health Specialist

City of Garland
United States, Texas, Garland
200 North 5th Street (Show on map)
Jun 11, 2025
Summary Responsible for providing services to minimize the risk of illness and injury to the general population. Target Hiring Range: Starts at $26.20 per hour, depending on qualifications Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform compliance inspections for food establishments, public swimming pools and child care centers to verify compliance with city ordinances. Investigate reports of infectious disease and intervene as necessary. Issue citations or suspend operations of regulated businesses based on failure to comply with ordinance. Evaluate food establishment and swimming pool construction plans to ensure health code construction standards are met. Educate food establishment owners and employees on safe food handling practices, provide public information on food establishment updates, and respond to citizen complaints on regulated entities and the public food safety and health standards. Inspect public pools for sanitation and safety. Apply larvicides as necessary to public areas to minimize mosquito breeding. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Environmental Health Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Preferred Qualifications Education/ Experience: Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Environmental Health 1 - 3 years related experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Basic knowledge of chemical and biological principals Basic knowledge of chemical and hazardous products General knowledge of basic safe handling practices for food and swimming pools Skill in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to work in a team environment Ability to communicate in all forms and formats Licenses and Certifications Registered Sanitarian License or ability to obtain within 2 years of hire Certified Professional-Food Safety or the ability to obtain within 2 years of hire Valid Class C Texas driver's license Physical Requirements / Work Environment The incumbent works in indoor and outdoor environments; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Must be able to walk on uneven and unpaved surfaces. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.May be exposed to biohazards and infections carried by humans and bodily fluids.