Food Business Navigator – MDA St Paul

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Career Posting:Food Business Navigator

St. Paul Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Food Business Navigator.

Position Description: This position is responsible for providing licensing expertise to the public, industry, regulatory partners, and staff of the Food and Feed Safety Division (FFSD). Responsibilities include outreach to and consultation with Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program grantees and other food businesses to identify challenges, needs, and opportunities, and facilitating connections to sources of technical assistance. Businesses will include Minnesota’s 8,500 retail facilities and wholesale manufacturers, which includes emerging and established companies, cooperatives, and networks.

This individual will participate on all proposal review committees (both infrastructure and business development/supply chain assistance) and conduct some grant monitoring visits. They are expected to interact with agency partners (Universities, Extension, state and federal agencies, nonprofits, etc.) and to work collaboratively with the MDA’s RFSI grant specialist and outside evaluator.

Position Requirements:Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Three (3) years’ experience in a food regulatory program that includes:

Working with/in licensing or regulation (e.g., conducting inspections, audits, compliance, or enforcement work), and
Outreach, including working with the public, regulatory agencies, and the food industry
OR

A bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, Nutrition, Education, Communications, Project Management, Food Systems, Agri Business, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field, PLUS two (2) years’ experience in a food regulatory program that includes:

Working with/in licensing or regulation (e.g., conducting inspections, audits, compliance, or enforcement work), and
Outreach, including working with the public, regulatory agencies, and the food industry
AND

Excellent oral and written communications skills for communicating with multiple types of stakeholders. This includes the ability to communicate directly with the public, industry, and regulatory staff to answer questions about licensing and starting a food or feed business. The incumbent will be expected to compose original correspondence and reports unique to specific situations or projects.
Knowledge of regulatory procedures and laws required, particularly those pertaining to food licensing, registration, and licensing exemptions.
The ability to prioritize multiple demands, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with personnel at all levels in the department, with regulated persons, and all external partners is required.
The ability to adjust with changing technology and science and to apply these changes to developing policies and procedures as necessary.
The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Public Health, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, Nutrition, Education, Communications, Project Management, Food Systems, Agri Business, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
More than three (3) years’ experience in a food regulatory program.
Experience in a food regulatory program as an inspector, plan reviewer, outreach staff, auditor, or compliance staff.
Knowledge of Minnesota food laws and regulations, particularly around food business licensing, administered by the Food and Feed Safety Division.
Experience in managing grants and/or working with grantees.
Experience in working with new food businesses or food business owners.

Position closes on:2024-04-05

Where to Apply: https://careers.mn.gov/psc/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U

2024 Spring MEHA

Registration opens March 25th.  Early Bird Registration closes on April 25th. Lodging deadline is April 19th.
Members - Early Bird
$110
$125 after April 25th
Non-Members - Early Bird
$155
$170 after April 25th
Student / RetiredMembers - Early Bird
$55
$70 after April 25th

Conference Draft Agenda here

Lodging Reservation Form here

Email or Mail your lodging form to:
brittany@sugarlakelodge.com
Sugar Lake Lodge, 37584 Otis Lane, Cohasset, MN 55721
Call 218-327-1462 with any lodging questions

*Cancellation/Refund Policy:
Deposits are refunded up to 15 days prior to your arrival for any changes or cancelations.

**Sugar Lake Lodge has a variety of lodging styles. Lodge style rooms are closer to the conference events, while golf course villas are situated along the golf course and might require a short walk to the venue. Indicate your preference for a lodge room if needing a room in close proximity to events. MEHA has the entire resort rented, but in order to accommodate our entire group, a majority of attendees will need to share golf course villas with another individual. Booking a golf course villa for 2 or 3 people provides a cost savings. Please consider sharing a golf course villa with someone when preparing to book your lodging. Villas have two bedrooms and 1 ½ baths. Lodging registration deadline is April 19th, 2024.

***Lodging for the 2024 MEHA conference is available to book for attendees only until the registration deadline of April 19th. After the deadline, attendees are welcome to inquire about reserving a room to include family and/or spouses. Please be aware that any non-attendees will need to purchase a meal package ahead of time, as there are no public restaurants open on site during the conference. Additionally, resort amenities are limited at this time of year. Please contact Brittany at Sugar Lake Lodge with any family stay questions at:

brittany@sugarlakelodge.com or 218-322-4596

More information to come on Scholarship events! Golf tournament and Trivia Wednesday, Bags tournament Thursday, and Raffle baskets throughout the conference.

Waste Reduction and Recycling Compliance Specialist – Hennepin County

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Career Posting:Waste Reduction and Recycling Compliance Specialist

Hennepin County Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Waste Reduction and Recycling Compliance Specialist.

Position Description: Description

Hennepin County's Environment and Energy department is seeking to hire two Waste Reduction and Recycling Compliance Specialists to conduct outreach and compliance efforts related to Ordinance 13 business food waste recycling, commercial recycling and multifamily, recycling requirements. The positions will also provide support in other areas, including business, multifamily, and city programs and zero waste initiatives.

Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.

About these position types:
These positions are full-time, benefit earning positions.
These positions are internally classified as an Environmentalist.
Click here to view the job classification specification.

Location and hours:
These positions are hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the 701 Building, 701 Fourth Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55415 and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with occasional evening and weekend work for community events and meetings. While these positions are designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022, to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable after the new employee successfully completes probation.

In these positions, you will:

Conduct Ordinance 13 outreach and compliance efforts related to business food waste recycling, commercial recycling, and multifamily recycling.

Maintain a list of covered generators and related information; identify and verify covered generators; utilize data management system to maintain records, manage site visits, and track compliance information.

Perform site visits; develop site visit procedures and forms; conduct outreach and education about the requirements and how to comply; conduct follow-up inspections, enforcement, and related work; track site visits, findings, steps for compliance, and compliance status.

Provide support in other Waste Reduction & Recycling WR&R program areas, including business, multifamily, and city programs and zero waste initiatives.

Investigate complaints received from the public and department.

Issue citations and take other enforcement actions for ongoing ordinance violations that have not been resolved through education and department assistance.
Recommend approval or denial of variances.

Position Requirements:Need to have:

One of the following:

Bachelor's degree or higher in natural, environmental or social sciences, environmental education or communications, environmental management, public or business administration, or a field closely related to the assignment and two years or more of experience in recycling, environmental health, sustainability or related field.

Four years of experience in recycling, environmental health, sustainability, or a related field.

Ability to work in both office and field environments.

A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.

Nice to have:

Understanding of environmental sustainability and waste reduction and recycling.

Experience:

Enforcing regulations, including education about requirements and how to comply, assistance with implementation, and enforcement in response to noncompliance.

Conducting outreach and education, including providing technical assistance and resources related to waste prevention, recycling, organics recycling, and/or sustainability.

Working with people to change behavior and practices, including efforts to identify barriers and overcome challenges.

Using data management systems to maintain records, manage site visits and inspections, and track compliance information.

Ability to:

Be objective and handle difficult situations in a professional manner.

Relate and work with people from diverse backgrounds.

Effective verbal and written communication skills; comfortable making phone calls, conducting site visits, as well as writing and editing content.

Good organizational, time management and analytical skills.

Position closes on:2024-04-05

Where to Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hennepin/jobs/4419622/waste-reduction-recycling-compliance-specialist?keywords=&page=9&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Lead Environmental Health Specialist – Anoka County

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Career Posting:Lead Environmental Health Specialist

Anoka County Environmental Services Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Lead Environmental Health Specialist.

Position Description: Hiring range: $70,012 to $84,011 annually ($33.66 to $40.39 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received through the Anoka website by the closing deadline of 11:59 pm on 04/01/2024 in order to be considered.

The Anoka County Public Health and Environmental Services (PHES) department has an immediate opening for a Lead Environmental Health Specialist. The Lead Environmental Health Specialist leads the daily activities for a team responsible for performing environmental health activities involving investigation, inspection, data collection and analysis, enforcement action, report preparation and public contact. The Lead Environmental Health Specialist is responsible for providing expertise and ensuring applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations are being met.

This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of April 8, 2024 for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Lead Environmental Health Specialist:

-Lead inspections of complex facilities and properties, including but not limited to food and lodging facilities, public pools, body art establishments, solid and hazardous waste facilities, management of the delegated non-community drinking water program, and community events to determine conformance with applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.

-Provide expertise, research, compile, synthesize, analyze and interpret information and data necessary to meet environmental health objectives.

-Review written reports and make recommendations for completion of environmental health projects.

-Lead environmental health projects, define problems and alternative solutions, and set objectives.

-Inform the public about projects, environmental health programs, applicable ordinances, policies and procedures related to the community services, including food and lodging facilities, public pools, body art establishments, solid and hazardous waste facilities, and community events.

-Present to public groups and governmental bodies to provide food safety training and explain and clarify environmental health reports and recommendations.

-Lead complex field investigations and complaint investigations of various sites in order to have first-hand knowledge of the location under study.

-Coordinate with other individuals, developers, groups, sections, divisions, departments and agencies on various technical or legal aspects of environmental programs, some of which may be controversial or politically sensitive.

-Lead enforcement activities which may include civil or criminal cases and may involve issuance of citations, report writing, collection of evidence and court appearances.

-Provide coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group and may act as a program lead.

Position Requirements:Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed:

-Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, food science, natural science, or a closely related field

-Six years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience with a minimum of three years in environmental health

-Possess current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist with the Minnesota Department of Health or able to obtain within 3 months of hire

-Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed:

-Master’s degree or higher in environmental health, food science, natural science, or a closely related field

-Seven years or more (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience in Environmental Health

-Possess one or more of the following certifications: Standardized Food Inspection Officer, Certified Hazardous Waste Site Worker, Licensed Subsurface Treatment System Designer/Inspector, Licensed Solid Waste Inspector, or Certified Pool Operator

Physical Demands and Work Conditions:

-Standard office environment, travel to various county work sites both indoor and outdoor, may include emergency or disaster response sites in uncontrolled environments depending on assignment

-Public safety equipment may include but is not limited to radios, cameras, GPS devices, radiological testing equipment such as portal monitors and Geiger counters depending on assignment, and personal protective equipment

-Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle

-Additional physical/mental requirements that occur may not be listed above, but are inherent in performing the position's essential functions

-Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, radiation, toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, or other hazards is possible while performing essential duties

-Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Position closes on:2024-04-01

Where to Apply: https://anokacounty.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Anoka_County_Career_Opportunities/details/Lead-Environmental-Health-Specialist–Hybrid-_R2634-1

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Great value is available for MEHA members on branded apparel. Every item is discounted $10 through subsidies from our association. Members can further save by having items shipped to the Hennepin County office – an option at check out. These could be picked up at the new Hennepin County Eden Prairie office at your leisure or will be available at for pick up at the MEHA Winter Conference on January 30th.

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