City of Brooklyn Park Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Environmental Health Interns.
Position Description:
The City of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota's sixth largest municipality is seeking applicants for our seasonal intern positions within the Community Development Department. We are looking for four (4) highly motivated and dependable individuals who can work in a fast paced, customer focused environment.
These positions will provide a great opportunity to work in a diverse community and be involved in a wide range of inspection and enforcement activities that promote stable neighborhoods and strong businesses as well as provide exposure to a variety of community issues for career development.
NOTE: First review of applications will be on February 11, 2025. If you have interest in this position, it is highly recommended that you apply as soon as possible upon seeing the announcement as the vacancy may close without notice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct property maintenance inspections and enforce the city public health, zoning, sign, nuisance, and property maintenance codes
Conduct and/or assist with inspections of licensed food establishments, public swimming pools, spas, licensed lodging facilities, and itinerant food events; obtain food, water, and environmental samples. All public health related activities are conducted under the supervision of a registered sanitarian (these duties require studies in an Environmental Health-related field)
Issue correction orders to property owners and take legal actions including issuing administrative fines and ordering abatements
Answer questions from the public
Conduct various administrative functions including answering phones, data entry, imaging documents etc.
Conduct special projects as directed
Other job duties as assigned or apparent
Position Requirements:
Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Education
Undergraduate level studies in areas of community development, public administration, planning, housing, redevelopment, criminal justice, biology, physical sciences, public health, building/housing inspections, or related field
Experience
Experience with Microsoft Office programs and applications
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver's license
Position closes on: 2025-02-28
Where to Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brooklynparkmn/jobs/4804602/intern-environmental-health?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs