A Safety Specialist works with safety specialists to inspect and test workplace environments and equipment and develop workplace safety programs. May specialize in product and equipment safety, and work to identify and correct safety hazards before they affect a customer or end user.
The Kenton-Hardin Health Department (KHHD) is seeking a qualified Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Sanitarian-in-Training to support the Food Safety Program and perform other environmental health duties as assigned. This position helps protect public health through inspection, education, enforcement, investigation, and collaboration with regulated facilities, partner agencies, and the public throughout Hardin County. This position will also provide coverage for KHHD's other Environmental Health Programs.
Primary Essential Functions and Duties:
Conduct routine, follow-up, complaint, pre-licensing, and risk-based inspections of food service operations and other regulated facilities in accordance with applicable Ohio laws, rules, and local policies. Educate operators, managers, and staff regarding compliance with the Ohio Uniform Food Safety Code and safe food handling practices. Investigate food-related complaints and assist with foodborne illness response, outbreak activities, and related documentation. Review plans, applications, and operational information for food service and other environmental health programs as assigned. Prepare clear, accurate, and timely inspection reports, correspondence, enforcement documentation, and records using department systems and standard procedures. Interpret and apply public health regulations, conduct enforcement activities when necessary, and communicate corrective actions to regulated entities. Respond professionally to inquiries from the public, business owners, and partner agencies regarding food safety and environmental health matters. Perform additional environmental health duties as assigned, which may include inspections, complaint investigations, consultations, public health nuisance response, and related fieldwork in other environmental health program areas. Participate in required training, continuing education, program meetings, and quality improvement activities. Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and effective working relationships while representing the health department in the community.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must possess a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Environmental Health or other related degree enabling qualification as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist / Registered Environmental Health Specialist in Training; prefer experience in Food Safety Program Incumbent must maintain registration and licensure to maintain employment; Must have and maintain a valid State of Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driving record; The Kenton-Hardin Health Department does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Travel reimbursement Vision insurance
