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DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Senior Inspector
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What they do
A Food or Agricultural Inspector inspects food, processed food and food containers to be sure they are safe for consumers, or inspects animals, animal feed or crops to check for disease that could affect food supplies. Checks for compliance with private industry standards or federal food safety and agricultural regulations.
$48,246 / year median in New York
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Inspector
DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
- 4.0 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $70,233
- $80,768 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Health insurance Pension plan Work from home Loan forgiveness Qualifications Environmental regulations Regulatory inspections Environmental compliance Public health Full Job Description Senior Inspector
DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on 08/05/2026 Full-time LocationNYC-ALL BOROS
Exam may be required Department Pest Control Services Salary range: $70,233.00- $80,768.
ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE ASSOCIATE PUBLIC HEALTH SANITARIAN CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.
Division/Program Summary:
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance, and enforcement. With a staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, childcare, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control. The Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services works to improve the public health of New York City by reducing the rat population. The program coordinates with other city agencies, improves environmental conditions in impacted neighborhoods, and assures compliance with pertinent laws, rules and regulations governing these areas of activity relative to rat infestations.Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Train and Supervise Public Health Sanitarians on new procedures and job skills. Create indexing zones and routes and assign work to inspection staff. Review and approve inspectional reports submitted by inspection staff. Conduct quality assurance inspections to evaluate work performance of inspection staff. Assist inspectors on troubleshooting issues on tablets and system software. Respond via written reports and documentation to complaints from Community Boards, Legislators, and City Council Officials. Develop written reports summarizing work completed in the high rat burden areas. Attend Community Board and community meetings in assigned areas and report on activities. Coordinate follow-up in assigned areas with the Senior Exterminating/Stoppage team. Organize and lead walk through and Rat Academies in the assigned areas. Coordinate follow-up with other City Agencies as needed. Why you should work for us:Benefits:
City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. o a tax-deferred savings program and o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.Work From Home Policy:
Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.- Job Security
- you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
COVID-19
pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! Commitment toEquity:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at or 347-396-6549.ASSOCIATE PUBLIC HEALTH SANITA
- 31220 Minimum Qualifications 1.
- Title 10 (Health), all candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as a public health sanitarian as described in "1" above.
- Title 10 (Health), all candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as a public health sanitarian as described in "1" above. 7. In order to be eligible for promotion to a supervisory level, candidates must have 2 years of experience as a public health sanitarian, pursuant to Section 11.112 of the Compilation of the Rules and Regulations of the State of New York (NYCRR)
- Title 10 (Health).
- Title 10 (Health), all candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as a public health sanitarian as described in "1" above. 11. In order to be eligible for promotion to a supervisory level, candidates must have 2 years of experience as a public health sanitarian, pursuant to Section 11.112 of the Compilation of the Rules and Regulations of the State of New York (NYCRR)
- Title 10 (Health). Preferred Skills
- Excellent written and oral communications skills.
- Experience using database systems and using Microsoft office.
- Be Flexible, adaptable, customer-focused, and goal-oriented with a commitment to high standards of excellence.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, strategic thinking and quantitative/qualitative skills.