Minnesota Department of Agriculture – Retail Food Inspector

Job Class: Agricultural Specialist - Food

Working Title: Retail Food Inspector

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 06/21/2018

Closing Date: 07/05/2018

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Department of Agriculture

Division/Unit: Food and Feed Safety Division / Retail Food Program

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: Yes

Salary Range: Agricultural Specialist = $20.83 - $30.25 / hourly; $43,493 - $63,162 / annually

Job Class Option: Food

Classified Status: Classified

Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

*This announcement will be used to fill up to two (2) vacancies. One position will cover a territory located in the Northeast Metro Area and one will cover a territory located in the Southeast Metro Area. Each position will be based out of the inspector's home office.

These positions are responsible for implementation and enforcement of State statutes, rules and policies for the Retail Food Program, Food and Feed Safety Division, to insure a safe and wholesome food supply and to protect against fraudulent practices and misbranding of food products.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Public Health, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology or a related field.
Obtain and maintain Minnesota certification as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Sanitarian (REHS/RS) within two (2) years of appointment.
Must currently possess and maintain an active/valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Microbiology and Chemistry principles.

SKILL IN:

Computer applications and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, SharePoint and other web-based inspection tools.
Electronically managing documents and inspection records in a database or other electronic record keeping system.

ABILITY TO:

Communicate effectively and cooperatively with business owners to discuss concerns and work toward acceptable solutions through listening, negotiating and problem solving.
Evaluate and interpret data to identify problems, discuss corrective actions, and verify findings.
Plan and organize work assignments within a comprehensive regulatory program.
Follow and carry out instructions with limited guidance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional experience in meat or food regulatory agencies.
Industry meat or food processing experience such as quality control, plant supervisor/management or product development.
HACCP knowledge and implementation.
Teaching/outreach experience.
Public relations or customer service work or experience.
Public speaking or other advanced communications skills.

Physical Requirements:

Agricultural Specialists conduct investigations and inspections in the field to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and rules. The work requires the ability to:

Maintain a stationary position for extended periods of time such as prolonged standing or sitting.
Ascend, descend, and 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.
Ability to transport up to fifty (50) pounds.

Why Work For Us

This professionally challenging position is key to ensuring the integrity of our food supply. It offers professional development within a lead organization, positive and efficient systems that support home-office-based work, networking opportunities with other agencies and the industry.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

How to Apply

Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Jeff Luedeman at jeff.luedeman@state.mn.us or 651.331.9151.

If you are Connect 700 applicant, please email your certificate to Jennifer Romero at jennifer.romero@state.mn.us by the close date.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

APPLY

Minnesota Department of Health – Industrial Hygienist 1

	Job Class: Industrial Hygienist 1 Working Title: Radiation Control Specialist 1 Who May Apply: Open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 6/26/2018. Date Posted: 6/20/2018 Closing Date: 7/3/2018 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Health Department / Health-MAPE Division/Unit: Environmental Health / RadioactiveMaterialsUnitStaff Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday (40 hours per week) Travel Required: Yes - Up to 50% of the time Salary Range: $20.98 - $30.60/hourly; $43,806 - $63,892/annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

	Job Summary This position will promote and protect the radiological health and safety of the public, employee’s health and safety, and the safety of the environment by: Ensuring compliance with Minnesota rules Obtaining prompt correction of violations and adverse consitions that may effect radiological safety Dettering future occurences of conditions adverse to quality Encouraging the prompt identificaiton and reporting of potential safety problems Promoting improvement of the regulated entity’s performance and, by example, that of all industry

	Minimum Qualifications: Master's or MPH in Industrial Hygiene or Environmental Health (Occupational Health or Industrial Hygiene emphasis), Health Physics, or Nuclear Physics. OR Bachelor's degree in Health Physics, Nuclear Physics, Engineering or Physical, Natural or Biological Science AND 1 year of professional experience with the use of radioactive sources or as a safety officer or health officer for a scientific, environmental or regulatory health and/or safety enforcement program. A certificate in Industrial Hygiene or Health Physics will substitute for one year of professional experience. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree with a major in health physics, physics, environmental science or environmental health. Knowledge of the principles and practices of health physics and radiation safety and applicable health laws, rules and regulations. Technical knowledge in the following: safety, risk management, risk communication, regulations, analytical chemistry, radiation chemistry, and hazardous wastes. Ability to develop routine technical reports of investigations and duties. Ability to interpret programs to individuals, officials and special interest groups. Ability to make routine computations involving the application of health physics and radiological safety techniques. Physical Requirements Requires occassional lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds. Job may also require significant standing or walking to perform job duties. Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following: Must successfully pass a background check. Must possess a valid Class D driver’s license.

	Why Work For Us Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employer longevity and job satisfaction. We offer a competitive benefits package including employee and family health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, health promotion programs, pre-tax benefits, vacation leave, sick leave, paid holidays, deferred compensation, retirement benefits, and more! How to Apply Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers. Contact If you have questions about the position, contact Yerly Lee at yerly.lee@state.mn.us or 651/201-5788. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need. APPLY

Minnesota Department of Health – Sanitarian 1 or 2 – St. Paul Office

Job Class: Public Health Sanitarian 1 or 2

Working Title: Environmental Health Specialist 1 or 2

Who May Apply: Open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously.

Date Posted: 6/18/2018

Closing Date: 6/25/2018

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Health Department / Health-MAPE

Division/Unit: Environmental Health / FPLS Metro San Staff 1

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm

Days of Work: Monday - Friday (40 hours per week)

Travel Required: Yes - Up to 75% of the time

Public Health Sanitarian 1Salary Range: $20.37 - $29.58/hourly; $42,532 - $61,763/annually

Public Health Sanitarian 2Salary Range: $22.42 - $32.88/hourly; $46,812 - $68,653/annually

Classified Status: Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

This vacancy is being posted at both the Public Health Sanitarian 1 and Public Health Sanitarian 2 level. The level at which the position will be filled will be determined based on the successful candidates qualifications.

This position will administer and monitor the state program activities for the Food, Pools and Lodging Services section. With the assistance from staff and supervisor, the position manages a caseload of licensed establishments by monitoring compliance with applicable rule and statute, and communicating survey results to resolve compliance deviations as businesses to protect public health. This position also conducts inspections, collects and analyzes data, and writes summary reports.

Responsibilities include:

Manage a caseload of retail food establishments, public pools, lodging facilities, manufactured home parks, recreational camping areas, and youth camps in an assigned area of the FPLS program.
Review and analyze data and observations from evaluations of the licensed establishments to prepare reports, including documentation of violations and the required changes and action needed to obtain compliance.
Advise clients regarding deficiencies observed during the evaluation and requirements of the program to assist with gaining compliance.
Investigate all potential foodborne and waterborne illnesses and other public health complaints involving regulated facilities and other emergency situations as directed, so that the public's health is protected and applicable laws and rules are in compliance.
Provide training and disseminating information to local government agencies, licensed facility operators and the public so that the public is better informed regarding legal requirements and disease prevention.
Maintain records of activities, inspections and reports so that accurate information is available.

Minimum Qualifications:

Public Health Sanitarian 1:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Sanitary Science, Sanitary Engineering or related environmental health field.

Registration as a Sanitarian/Environmental Health Specialist.

Additional Requirements: Successful completion of at least 30 semester or 45 quarter baccalaureate or post-baccalaureate credits in the physical or biological sciences. Candidates must provide evidence of course completion prior to consideration for employment.

Public Health Sanitarian 2:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Sanitary Science, Sanitary Engineering or related environmental health field.

Registration as a Sanitarian/Environmental Health Specialist.

AND

Two years of experience conducting public health investigations related to food, beverage and lodging or public water supplies.

A Master’s degree in one of the above areas will substitute for six months of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Public Health Sanitarian 1 or Public Health Sanitarian 2

Working knowledge of common business practices and of general requirements for sanitary conditions in public lodging places and establishments serving food and beverages.

Thorough knowledge of the principles of public health involved in the transmission of disease, water supply sanitation, sewage treatment, laws and regulations governing sanitary conditions and practices, swimming pools, and of what constitutes legal evidence.

Establish effective working relationships with business owners and the general public.

Experience gathering and interpreting data and information and skill in preparing letters, documents and reports.

Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of government officials.

Ability to gather facts by personal contacts and oberservation.

Ability to make clear and concise reports.

Physical Requirements

Ability to navigate in the following environments: uneven terrain, slippery flooring, stairs and ladders, around operating equipment and in dimly lit, tight spaces.

Must be able to walk long distances and drive from location to location in all weather condiditons.

Lifting up to 40 pounds is required.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

Must successfully pass a background check.

Must possess a valid Class D driver’s license.

Why Work For Us

Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employer longevity and job satisfaction.

We offer a competitive benefits package including employee and family health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, health promotion programs, pre-tax benefits, vacation leave, sick leave, paid holidays, deferred compensation, retirement benefits, and more!

How to Apply

Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Yerly Lee at yerly.lee@state.mn.us or 651/201-5788.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

APPLY

Career Posting: Environmental Health Supervisor – Anoka County

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SUPERVISOR
Are you looking for a rewarding career in the northern Twin Cities metropolitan area where you can make a meaningful difference in others' lives and enjoy a positive work-life balance?

Our diverse Anoka County team brings next-level talents, personalities and experiences together in ways that make us both effective and efficient. Our team of nearly 2,000 employees is united by a common mission to preserve the public's trust. We do this by bringing our very best to work every day and serving Anoka County's 345,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative and fiscally responsible manner.

If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path at Anoka County! Apply today to join our team.

Environmental Health Supervisor

Our commitment to the community shines in the Community Health and Environmental Services Department. Every day our environmental health professionals strive to protect the health and safety of our community through education, inspection, and other business and public outreach activities. Join Anoka County to be a part of our great team protecting our community from environmental factors that may adversely impact health or the ecological balances essential to health and environmental quality.

This position provides daily work direction to staff assigned to regulatory programs in the Environmental Health Unit with a special concentration on supervising inspections and licensing of restaurants, lodging establishments, pools, solid waste facilities and businesses that generate hazardous waste. As an Environmental Health Supervisor, you will assist the Environmental Services Manager in program planning, program administration and community outreach and partnership activities.

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position in Anoka, MN. We are looking for an energetic environmental health professional with a passion for customer service and experience with Environmental Health regulatory programs.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

Duties and Responsibilities

These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Environmental Health Specialist.
• Conduct performance appraisals and reviews with staff assigned to licensing and inspection.
• Develop goals and performance measurements.
• Complies with Delegation Agreements, mandates and best practices for regulatory programs.
• Provide legislative and guidance document analysis to redesign programs to implement new requirements.
• Manages data and reporting including program budget tracking, invoice approval, and information sharing with partner agencies.
• Assists with accuracy and distribution of public information related to Environmental Health and business regulation.
• Develops and maintains community partnerships at the local, region and state level.
• Provides education and consultation to the community related to current, new or emerging Environmental Health issues.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher with emphasis in Public Health, physical sciences, or degree closely related to Environmental Health from
an accredited four-year college.
• State of Minnesota Registered Environmental Health Specialist or ability to obtain this credential within a year.
• Three or more years of full-time equivalent experience working with Environmental Health regulatory programs.
• Two or more years of full-time equivalent experience supervising employees and demonstrating effective leadership practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (40-hour) training
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
• Experience in project and budget management
• Experience in licensing and inspection software development

Must successfully complete criminal background and valid driver's license check.

Knowledge of: environmental health principles, performance management, quality improvement, risk mitigation, emergency response and public health strategies.
Skill in: Effective oral and written communication; and conflict management and resolution.
Ability to: Understand oral and written instructions; conduct service programs with uniformity, impartiality and personal responsibility; analyze potential environmental health hazards; prepare reports or other documents which clearly state the conditions that exist and the improvements or corrective actions that are needed; explain regulatory provisions with firmness, tact and courtesy; direct activities of subordinates using supervision and guidance; analyze problems and alternatives and assist clients in effective problem resolution and/or remedial actions; organize work tasks and use time effectively to function with a minimum of supervision; work infrequent weekends and evenings in support of special events and incident management.
Work environment: Work is primarily performed in an Anoka County office building. Some travel is required. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to telephone, computer, printer, calculator, copier and scanner.

GRADE LEVEL

Salary

Anoka County Salary Schedule, Grade C014
Normal hiring range: $59,363 to $61,144 annual ($28.54 to 29.40 per hour)
2018 full salary range: $59,363 to $88,212 annual ($28.54 to $42.41 per hour) Career potential up to $93,683 ($45.04 per hour)
After successful completion of an initial hire probationary period, eligible for a probationary period increase.

Hours

Full-time; 40 hours per pay week.
Work schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Schedule may vary based on business needs and at supervisor discretion.

Selection Process

The examination/selection process for this classification will consist of a review of your training and experience from the application materials submitted. The most qualified candidates will be invited for an oral exam.

Additional Information

Include responses to all supplemental questions with your application no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date of the position. Application closing date is June 25, 2018.

If you have a disability that would prevent you from testing for a position under standard conditions or if you wish to submit Veterans’ Preference information, please notify Randi Mayer, Anoka County Employee Relations Department at 763-324-4319 so that every reasonable effort can be made to accommodate you.

APPLY

Petition to Oppose EPA’s Proposed “Censoring Science” Rule

The National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) is working very closely with the American Lung Association’s Healthy Air coalition to oppose the EPA's recently proposed "Censoring Science" rule. Below is a link to the individual petition that state environmental health association affiliate members can sign to oppose this rule. NEHA is also helping to draft the organization letter that will follow later this month. The comment period for this proposed rule has been extended to August 17, 2018.

Please consider learning more about this dangerous rule being proposed by the EPA, and how you can voice your opinion about it. Information about the proposed rule and the American Lung Association petition opposing the proposed rule can be found below.

Neighbor News: WEHA 2018 Fall Conference is Sept. 19-21 in LaCrosse

WEHA 2018 Educational Conference

Registration is now open for the WEHA 2018 Educational Conference to be held on September 19th-21th at Stoney Creek Conference Center in LaCrosse WI.

September 19-21,2018
Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center
Onalaska, WI

Click here for more information and to register

As part of the conference will be a LaCrosse Queen Riverboat networking excursion. Click here to download the application to submit payment with a check.

MEHA Scholarship Events

Come Have Some Fun at the 2018 Spring Conference!

Mary Lauren Olson Memorial Scholarship Golf Event, Bean Bag Tournament, and Raffle

The MEHA Scholarship Committee is hosting a few fun events to encourage members to hang out with some old friends and make some new ones. Proceeds from these events go directly to the scholarship funds that support the Mary Lauren Olson Memorial and Northstar scholarships.

Interested? Contact Nick Koreen at nicklaus.koreen@minneapolismn.gov to register for golf or bags tournaments, or sign up online below. Hope to see you all out there!

Come play a round (or two)! Wednesday afternoon will showcase a best ball golf tournament at the Lakes course which is right across the street from the main lodge at Ruttger’s Bay. Everyone starts together at 1:30 pm. Registration includes golf, cart, a sleeve of golf balls, and a chance to win door prizes. The nine hole option is $50 while the 18 hole option is $65. Door prizes and happy hour gathering will take place around 4:30 but those that want to play 18 holes are still eligible to win.

Job Class: Agricultural Specialist - Food

Working Title: Retail Food Inspector

Preferred Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

Why Work For Us

How to Apply

Contact

Job Class: Industrial Hygienist 1

Working Title: Radiation Control Specialist 1

Job Summary

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Physical Requirements

Additional Requirements

Why Work For Us

How to Apply

Contact

Job Class: Public Health Sanitarian 1 or 2

Working Title: Environmental Health Specialist 1 or 2

Job Summary

Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Physical Requirements

Additional Requirements

Why Work For Us

How to Apply

Contact

Environmental Health Supervisor

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

Duties and Responsibilities

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

GRADE LEVEL

Salary

Hours

Selection Process

Additional Information

NEHA and American Lung Association Are Fighting EPA's Proposed "Censoring Science" Rule

Events

Golf Event

Bag Toss

Raffle