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The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana. Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health Join a mission-driven team dedicated to protecting the health and safety of communities across Louisiana. In this dynamic role, you'll serve as a Public Health Sanitarian overseeing multiple environmental health and consumer protection programs within a regional office. From conducting inspections and investigations to supporting statewide public health initiatives, your work will directly impact the well-being of residents and businesses throughout the state. This position offers a unique opportunity for professionals who enjoy fieldwork, problem-solving, and making a visible difference through public service and environmental protection. Possession of a current Louisiana Sanitarian's license plus one of the following, which must include one year of experience at the supervisory level or above: Five years of experience as a sanitarian; OR A master's degree in public health, food science, dairy science, environmental or sanitary science, or one of the physical or biological sciences plus four years of experience as a sanitarian.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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Job Duties:

Oversees and evaluates multiple Environmental Health programs, inspections, databases, and operational activities to ensure compliance with public health regulations and achievement of regional program goals. Monitors inspection schedules, productivity reports, and compliance documentation to ensure required inspections and reporting activities are completed accurately and timely across the region. Serves as a liaison between regional field staff, parish offices, and Central Office administration to coordinate staffing, operational priorities, emergency response activities, and environmental health initiatives. Provides guidance and technical expertise to staff, public officials, and citizens regarding public health laws, sanitary code regulations, environmental health standards, and enforcement procedures. Supervises Environmental Health staff, including Parish Managers and program coordinators, by overseeing performance evaluations, leave management, staffing recommendations, and employee development activities. Conducts field assessments and supports investigations related to complex environmental health issues, infectious disease outbreaks, environmental illnesses, and emergency response operations. Assists with enforcement actions, compliance conferences, legal proceedings, and public health hearings by preparing documentation, coordinating with attorneys, and providing expert testimony as needed.

Position-Specific Details:

Location:

Office of Public Health / Bureau of Sanitarian Services /

Ouachita Parish Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment or a Promotional appointment

Cost Center:

3262208520 Position Number(s): 117773

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. For information on how to check your application status and understand status updates, please click HERE .

Contact Information:

Paul Tran Paul.

Tran3@la.gov LA Department of Health (LDH) Division of Human Resources PO Box 4818 Baton Rouge, LA 70821225-342-6477 This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. LDH supports Louisiana's commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here . LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.