Health Inspector jobs in Pittsfield, MA

Town of Great Barrington Health Inspector

The Town of Great Barrington is actively seeking a qualified candidate to assume the role of Health Inspector. Reporting to the Health Agent, the Health Inspector is tasked with conducting public health inspections to guarantee adherence to state and local sanitary codes. Key responsibilities encompass routine inspections of over 130 Food Establishments in Great Barrington and Housatonic, addressing sanitary code and general complaints, enforcing local Board of Health regulations and health-related bylaws, and providing support to the Health Department under the guidance of the Health Agent.

The position requires:

• Moderate physical effort for the onsite inspections.
• The ability to interpret and understand regulations and enforce them firmly, impartially, and respectfully.
• A Manager’s Food Safety certification.
• And a valid driver’s license and independent means of transportation.
• Availability for weekend and evening inspections and occasional meeting.

A strong candidate has strong communication skills both orally and in writing, with the ability to prepare detailed reports dealing with inspection results and correction orders.

Compensation for this position is $25- $30.00 per hour, depending on experience, for up to 32 hours a week and includes benefits. This is a trainable position and all those with exuberance and interest for public health enforcement and local government should apply.

The Town of Great Barrington is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. The Town is dedicated to building a culturally diverse staff committed to working in an equitable and inclusive environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any experience with 105 CMR 590.000, the MA Food Code ?

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person