Health Inspector (Community Development)

VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG

Human Resources Department

101 Schaumburg Court,Schaumburg, IL 60193

http://www.schaumburg.com/

NOW ACCEPTINGAPPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Health Inspector (Community Development)

Interviews will be conducted as applications are received. This position will remain open until filled.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Health Inspector (Community Development) at the Village of Schaumburg, not only will you be a part of a thriving community, but you will also be a key player in what makes this community thrive. The Health Inspector is responsible for enforcing public health and sanitation codes by conducting inspections, investigating complaints, and reviewing plans for various establishments and events. This role ensures compliance with state and local regulations related to food safety, environmental health, and public facilities. The position involves fieldwork, community education, and collaboration with property owners and businesses to promote and maintain public health standards.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Reviews and approves plans for all, but not limited to food establishments, food trucks, temporary events, and festival operations, hair/body salons, animal care facilities, health clubs, hotels/motels, daycare facilities, shopping centers, and apartment complexes for compliance with applicable laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances.
2. Conducts on-site inspections of establishments to ascertain the degree of compliance with applicable laws, regulations, codes, and/or ordinances. Discusses findings with the person in charge/owner/representative; recommends corrective action. Performs follow-up inspections to ensure correction of deficiencies.
3. Prepares formal complaints for legal action and testifies in court or administrative adjudication as required.
4. Prepares reports of visits, deficiencies noted, efforts at gaining compliance, and recommended follow-up actions.
5. Investigates complaints involving possible sanitary violations or nuisance conditions, prepares reports and recommends corrective action, and conducts follow-up inspections to determine compliance.
6. Inspects residential properties that have identified public health violations.
7. Responds to all emergencies of public health.
8. Assists in the planning, development, maintenance, and evaluation of community and general environmental health programs following local and state laws and regulations and good environmental health principles.
9. Conducts epidemiological surveys and seeks unhealthful conditions and methods of control and correction.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in environmental health or a related physical or biological science field.
2. A minimum of three years of experience working in the environmental health field.
3. Licensed with the state of Illinois as an Environmental Health Practitioner (LEHP). A candidate with eligibility in the state of Illinois for licensure as an environmental health practitioner may be accepted with a commitment to obtain a license within one year from the date of hire.
4. Possession of a valid driver's license.
5. Proficiency with current computer technology, job-specific software, and customer service systems.

STARTING PAY RATE: $34.07 - $37.97 per hour based on a 40-hour workweek. Salary dependent on qualifications.This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement available on our website.

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

BENEFITS:

The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package with coverage that begins on the first day of employment and includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The Village also provides paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, succession development, and more.

ABOUT THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG:
The village employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments, including police, fire, engineering and public works, communications, community development, cultural services, economic development, finance, general government, human resources, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be.

Our Core Values are the heart and soul of how we operate. Customer service, integrity, respect, teamwork, and trust are the values we dedicate ourselves to with the goal of providing excellent services and programs to meet the needs of our community and those within our organization. They guide our actions and serve as the framework for the decisions and contributions we make every day - at every level. Each member of the Schaumburg team is valued, belongs and provides essential services to the residents, visitors, and businesses of Schaumburg. We are proud of the rich diversity of the Schaumburg community, and we want employees to bring their own unique capabilities, experiences, and characteristics to their work in serving the community. The characteristics of humility, empathy, respect, and open-mindedness are cornerstones of our organizational culture. The success of the village depends on our employees, and we are committed to helping employees continue growing and developing in their careers.

SELECTION PROCESS:

The candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, and other job-related testing or verifications. Chosen candidates will be subject to background checks and a criminal history investigation. The top candidate will need to successfully complete the post-offer qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).

Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to complete the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at 847-923-3900.

The Village of Schaumburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer