Seasonal Environmental Health Technician – Food, Lodging, & Pools (Minneapolis)

City of Minneapolis Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Seasonal Environmental Health Technician – Food, Lodging, & Pools.

Position Description:

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Perform independent inspection and assist inspectors with developing and issuing written orders that address non- compliance.
Assist Inspectors on field investigations for problems relevant to the assigned area which may include food, lodging, pools, water quality, and emergency response.
Review food vendor applications for temporary events and issue permits for those that are approved.
Recommend permit denials, revocations, or administrative fines to the supervisor or inspectors.
Perform studies that analyze objective data regarding the area assigned and generate reports.
Represent the Health Department to the public and to outside organizations.
Assist in the work of/with stakeholders on area assigned issues, including, businesses, and neighborhood groups; attend and make presentations at meetings, prepare letters and update website information.
Use GIS to create maps of the location of identified issues.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Office and field

Position Requirements:

EDUCATION:

Applicants must at least be in the process of earning a bachelor's degree in Natural or Physical Science, or a related field with background in environmental studies (transcripts must be submitted with the application). This is a minimum requirement.

Please note if you have a bachelor's degree in Natural or Physical Science, or a related field with background in environmental studies, you can still apply. (transcripts must be submitted with the application)
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

N/A

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid Driver License

Required Attachments:
You must submit your transcripts to be considered for this position.

Position closes on: 2025-03-16

Where to Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/minneapolismn/jobs/4787282/seasonal-environmental-health-technician-food-lodging-and-pools?keywords=seasonal&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Environmental Health Interns (Brooklyn Park)

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

MDA Agricultural Specialist / Agricultural Advisor (Northwestern Metro)

Career Posting:Agricultural Specialist / Agricultural Advisor (Northwestern Metro)

Minnesota Department of Agriculture Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Agricultural Specialist / Agricultural Advisor (Northwestern Metro).

Position Description: Agricultural Specialist: This position exists to achieve Program goals and objectives by establishing and carrying out a detailed work plan that effectively (1) performs inspections, investigations, compliance, and enforcement activities in food establishments, for assurance and general enforcement of State food safety laws and regulations; and (2) provides information and technical assistance for clientele with respect to retail food safety issues or compliance with state retail food safety laws and regulations.

Agricultural Advisor: This position exists to achieve Program goals and objectives by establishing and carrying out a detailed work plan that effectively (1) performs inspections, investigations, compliance, and enforcement activities in food establishments, for assurance and general enforcement of State food safety laws and regulations; (2) provides information and technical assistance for clientele with respect to retail food safety issues or compliance with State retail food safety laws and regulations; and (3) provides inspection training and evaluation for State and local retail food regulatory staff.

This position is based out of the inspector's home office and performs retail food inspection work in a territory including portions of the following counties: Stearns, Meeker, Wright, Sherburne, Anoka, and Hennepin. NOTE: Candidate must live in or relocate to within 35 miles of the inspection territory within 6 months of date of hire.

This position is a remote worker position which is defined as, an employee who, as a condition of their appointment, has their home or alternative location as the assigned work location, works permanently from that location, and does not have an agency permanent/principal work location. Currently the MDA does not allow remote work locations outside of the State of Minnesota. For more information refer to HR/LR Policy #1447 Remote Worker Policy: https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1447-remoteworker.pdf

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.

Agricultural Specialist – To qualify for the Agricultural Specialist level, applicants must meet the following qualifications:

One year experience conducting environmental health regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP); or equivalent experience in environmental health quality assurance

OR

A bachelor’s degree in biological or physical science, food science, nutrition, environmental health, or closely related field that includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in science courses.

AND

Must be educationally qualified to obtain certification as a Registered Sanitarian/Registered Environmental Health Specialist (RS/REHS) with the State of Minnesota and/or the National
Environmental Health Association.
Must currently possess and maintain an active/valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.
This position requires the ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Agricultural Advisor – To qualify for the Agricultural Specialist level, applicants must meet the following qualifications:
Two years of experience conducting retail food regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP); or equivalent experience in industry food safety quality assurance

OR

A bachelor’s degree in biological or physical science, food science, nutrition, environmental health, or closely related field PLUS one (1) year of experience conducting retail food regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP); or equivalent experience in industry food safety quality assurance

OR

A master’s degree in biological or physical science, food science, nutrition, environmental health, or closely related field PLUS 6 months of experience conducting food regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP); or equivalent experience in industry food safety quality assurance

AND

Must currently possess and maintain certification as a Registered Sanitarian/Registered Environmental Health Specialist (RS/REHS) with the State of Minnesota and/or the National Environmental Health Association.
Must currently possess and maintain an active/valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.
This position requires the ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Agricultural Specialist:

Certification as a Registered Sanitarian/Registered Environmental Health Specialist (RS/REHS) with the State of Minnesota and/or the National Environmental Health Association.
An advanced degree such as a MS, MPH, or higher.
Experience with regulatory work (i.e., inspection, plan review, investigation, compliance, enforcement, retail HACCP) in retail food establishments.
Experience collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience, skill, and comfort with public speaking.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Agricultural Advisor:

An advanced degree such as a MS, MPH, or higher.
More than two (2) years of experience with regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP) in retail food establishments.
Experience training and/or evaluating risk-based inspections of internal and external regulatory staff.
Experience leading or coordinating projects.
Experience collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience, skill, and comfort with public speaking.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Agricultural Specialists and Agricultural Advisors conduct inspections and investigations in the field as needed to ensure compliance with State food safety laws and regulations. The work requires the ability to:

  1. Occasionally maintain a stationary position for extended periods of time such as prolonged standing or sitting.
    2. Ascend, descend ladders and steps.
    3. Position self to move/transport food products during investigation and inspection work.
    4. Traverse uneven and/or slippery walking surfaces.
    5. Work in wet, hot, and cold environmental conditions.
    6. Detect shades of product color to make appropriate product acceptability decisions.
    7. Communicate effectively with supervisors and workers in both office and field workplace locations that may be noisy environments.
    8. Detect product abnormalities through a sense of smell.

Position closes on:2025-02-12

Where to Apply: https://careers.mn.gov/psp/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=83455&PostingSeq=1&languageCd=ENG

MDA Agricultural Specialist / Agricultural Advisor (Ramsey/Hennepin/Carver County)

Career Posting:Agricultural Specialist / Agricultural Advisor (Ramsey/Hennepin/Carver County)

Minnesota Department of Agriculture Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Agricultural Specialist / Agricultural Advisor (Ramsey/Hennepin/Carver County).

Position Description: Agricultural Specialist: This position exists to achieve Program goals and objectives by establishing and carrying out a detailed work plan that effectively (1) performs inspections, investigations, compliance, and enforcement activities in food establishments, for assurance and general enforcement of State food safety laws and regulations; and (2) provides information and technical assistance for clientele with respect to retail food safety issues or compliance with state retail food safety laws and regulations.

Agricultural Advisor: This position exists to achieve Program goals and objectives by establishing and carrying out a detailed work plan that effectively (1) performs inspections, investigations, compliance, and enforcement activities in food establishments, for assurance and general enforcement of State food safety laws and regulations; (2) provides information and technical assistance for clientele with respect to retail food safety issues or compliance with State retail food safety laws and regulations; and (3) provides inspection training and evaluation for State and local retail food regulatory staff.

This position is located in St. Paul and may have the ability to telework. This position performs work in an inspection territory including portions of the following counties: Ramsey, Hennepin, and Carver.

Position Requirements:Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper 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.

Agricultural Specialist – To qualify for the Agricultural Specialist level, applicants must meet the following qualifications:

One year experience conducting environmental health regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP); or equivalent experience in environmental health quality assurance

OR

A bachelor’s degree in biological or physical science, food science, nutrition, environmental health, or closely related field that includes 30 semester or 45 quarter credits in science courses

AND

Must be educationally qualified to obtain certification as a Registered Sanitarian/Registered Environmental Health Specialist (RS/REHS) with the State of Minnesota and/or the National Environmental Health Association.
Must currently possess and maintain an active/valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.
This position requires the ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Agricultural Advisor – To qualify for the Agricultural Advisor level, applicants must meet the following qualifications:

Two years of experience conducting retail food regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP); or equivalent experience in industry food safety quality assurance

OR

A bachelor’s degree in biological or physical science, food science, nutrition, environmental health, or closely related field PLUS one (1) year of experience conducting retail food regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP); or equivalent experience in industry food safety quality assurance

OR

A master’s degree in biological or physical science, food science, nutrition, environmental health, or closely related field PLUS six (6) months of experience conducting food regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP); or equivalent experience in industry food safety quality assurance

AND

Must currently possess and maintain certification as a Registered Sanitarian/Registered Environmental Health Specialist (RS/REHS) with the State of Minnesota and/or the National Environmental Health Association.
Must currently possess and maintain an active/valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.
This position requires the ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Agricultural Specialist:

Certification as a Registered Sanitarian/Registered Environmental Health Specialist (RS/REHS) with the State of Minnesota and/or the National Environmental Health Association.
An advanced degree such as a MS, MPH, or higher in biological or physical science, food science, nutrition, environmental health, or closely related field.
Experience with regulatory work (i.e., inspection, plan review, investigation, compliance, enforcement, retail HACCP) in retail food establishments.
Experience collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience, skill, and comfort with public speaking.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Agricultural Advisor:

An advanced degree such as a MS, MPH, or higher in biological or physical science, food science, nutrition, environmental health, or closely related field.
More than two (2) years of experience with regulatory work (i.e., inspection, investigation, plan review, retail HACCP) in retail food establishments.
Experience training and/or evaluating risk-based inspections of internal and external regulatory staff.
Experience leading or coordinating projects.
Experience collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience, skill, and comfort with public speaking.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Agricultural Specialists and Agricultural Advisors conduct inspections and investigations in the field as needed to ensure compliance with State food safety laws and regulations. The work requires the ability to:

Occasionally maintain a stationary position for extended periods of time such as prolonged standing or sitting.
Ascend, descend ladders and steps.
Position self to move/transport food products during investigation and inspection work.
Traverse uneven and/or slippery walking surfaces.
Work in wet, hot, and cold environmental conditions.
Detect shades of product color to make appropriate product acceptability decisions.
Communicate effectively with supervisors and workers in both office and field workplace locations that may be noisy environments.
Detect product abnormalities through a sense of smell.

Position closes on:2025-02-12

Where to Apply: https://careers.mn.gov/psc/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=83321&PostingSeq=1&languageCd=ENG&PortalActualURL=https%3a%2f%2fcareers.mn.gov%2fpsc%2fmnjob%2fMNCAREERS%2fHRCR%2fc%2fHRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL%3fPage%3dHRS_APP_JBPST_FL%26FOCUS%3dApplicant%26SiteId%3d1001%26JobOpeningId%3d83321%26PostingSeq%3d1%26languageCd%3dENG&PortalRegistryName=MNCAREERS&PortalServletURI=https%3a%2f%2fcareers.mn.gov%2fpsp%2fmnjob%2f&PortalURI=https%3a%2f%2fcareers.mn.gov%2fpsc%2fmnjob%2f&PortalHostNode=HRMS&NoCrumbs=yes&PortalKeyStruct=yes

Internship Environmental Health – Hennepin County

Career Posting:Internship: Environmental Health

Hennepin County Is seeking qualified candidates to fill the following position Internship: Environmental Health.

Position Description: Come be a part of the Public Health Protection & Promotion division to improve and protect the health of children, adolescents and adults who live, learn, work or play in Hennepin County. We are seeking three environmental health interns to perform licensed pool inspections and take beach water samples as well as other duties within environmental health program areas.

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

Location and hours:
These positions are hybrid and will be performed both on-site based out of 479 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 and other various sites throughout Hennepin County and remote as job duties require. Internships will start in May 2025 and end in August 2025 with the potential to extend on a case-by case basis. The work schedule will primarily be 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday with hours between 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.

While these positions are designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

About these position types:
These positions are seasonal, non-benefit earning internship positions.
These positions are internally classified as an Intern II.
Click here to view the job classification specification.

Note: You must attach a resume with your application materials to be considered for this position.

In these internships, you will:
Inspect licensed public swimming pools for compliance with state and county ordinances.
Collect water samples from public beaches.
Educate, train, and advise operators on code requirements and assist with implementation of operational changes to meet standards.
Become knowledgeable in other environmental health programs to assist with educational outreach and other duties as directed.

In these internships, you may:
Inspect food facilities for compliance with federal, state, and county food protection ordinances.
Inspect and monitor special event stands and farmer's market stands.
Inspect licensed lodging facilities for compliance with state and county ordinances.
Organize environmental health projects if they fall within the scope of our program.

Position Requirements:Need to have:
Must be currently enrolled for the academic school year of 2024-2025 in either a:
Bachelor's degree program as a junior or senior in environmental health, environmental science, food science, biology, chemistry, and/or related degree.
Master's degree program in environmental health, environmental science, food science, biology, chemistry, and/or related degree.
Recent graduate (within 1 year) with a bachelor's or master's degree in environmental health, environmental science, food science, biology, chemistry, and/or related degree.
A valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation to travel to sites throughout Hennepin County and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver’s permit.
The ability and willingness to work some weekends, occasionally on short notice, to attend events and meetings for community organizations.
Access to reliable internet and self-support hybrid workspace.

Nice to have:
Experience:
Working in a food service or hospitality environment where key responsibilities include adhering to local and state health and safety regulations.
Conducting food and beverage facility inspections.
Performing environmental health inspections/assessments, such as swimming pools, lodging facilities, etc.
Working in a flexible working environment.
Good organizational, time management, and analytical skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to be objective and effectively handle difficult situations.
Eligibility to take the Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian exam after one year of experience. Click here for test information.

Position closes on:2025-03-03

Where to Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hennepin/jobs/4786550/internship-environmental-health

Job Post: Environmental Health Intern (Bloomington)

The City of Bloomington is seeking 3 individuals to serve an internship from mid-May through August 2025. Under the direction of a registered environmental health specialist/sanitarian, interns will be responsible for conducting rental housing inspections, inspecting licensed public swimming pools, collecting beach water samples, and working in other environmental health areas as needed. Opportunities may be available to do directed projects if they fall within the scope of our division.

CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS

  • Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement and safety
  • Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the general public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds
  • Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions
  • Embraces the City’s shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City’s vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly

Examples of Duties

  • Conducting rental housing inspections
  • Inspecting licensed public swimming pools
  • Investigating complaints of City code violations
  • Collecting beach water samples
  • Data entry and filing

Minimum/Desirable Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor’s degree or earning a degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Studies, Public Health, Biology, Chemistry, or related science field. If in the process of earning a degree in any of these fields, candidate must have completed at least their second year of the degree program by the start of the internship
  • Valid driver’s license

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification or equivalent
  • Experience inspecting public pools, licensed rental houses, or collecting beach water samples
  • Customer service experience
  • Knowledge of/familiarity with the City of Bloomington

Position closes on: 3/2/25

Position closes on: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bloomingtonmn/jobs/4763811/intern-environmental-health?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs