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Environmental Sanitarian I - Baltimore City Health Department

City of Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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Salary Range $52,875.00 - $64,063.00 Annually

Starting Pay $52,875.00 Annually

Our Benefits The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

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Job Summary An Environmental Sanitarian I receives training in environmental health investigation, issues violation notices, and handles civil and environmental citations. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek including evening and weekend hours and are on a 24‑hour call back in case of emergencies. Work is performed at sites of investigations where vermin, dirt, filth, dilapidated structures and other undesirable conditions are encountered. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 30 semester credit hours in physical, biological, or environmental science, complete a laboratory course in biology, chemistry, physics, soil science, or geographic information systems, and complete at least one course in mathematics from an accredited college or university.

OR have an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Environmental Sanitarians.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates

Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or an equivalent driver’s license and be eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit (PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE).

Upload a copy of your valid driver’s license with your application.

At the time of interview, eligible candidates must have applied to the Maryland State Board of Environmental Specialists for a Certificate of Eligibility as an Environmental Health Specialist In‑Training.

Selected candidates must possess a current Certificate of Eligibility as an Environmental Health Specialist In‑Training prior to employment.

Positions assigned to the Lead Paint Program must obtain and maintain a Maryland Lead Paint Technician accreditation issued by the Maryland Department of Environment within 6 months of hire, and a Maryland Lead Paint Risk Assessor accreditation within 18 months.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of the basic principles of bacteriology, chemistry, biology and physics.

Knowledge of various office software.

Ability to conduct environmental health investigations and evaluate and interpret findings.

Ability to use and navigate a computer, handheld device, tablet, or other technology to conduct, capture, or record inspections and investigations.

Ability to maintain records and prepare detailed narrative reports of investigations and complaints.

Ability to evaluate and interpret findings and determine code violations.

Ability to give testimony in court against violators of environmental health laws and regulations.

Ability to communicate with property owners, tenants, licensees, managers, and operators regarding environmental health laws and regulations.

Ability to promote community understanding and support for environmental health laws.

Ability to enforce environmental health laws tactfully and calmly.

Additional Information

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration.

Background Check Eligible candidates under final consideration will be required to complete an authorized Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint.

Probation All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six‑month probation.

Eligibility Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise for a period of at least six months. The Director of Human Resources determines acceptance of minimum qualifications.

Education Accreditation Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Credentials obtained outside the U.S. must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Evaluation agencies’ information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications are placed on an eligible list without further examination. Each candidate’s training and experience is evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. Provide complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent consideration.

Examination Process Applicants must provide sufficient information to show that they meet the minimum qualifications. Successful applicants will be placed on an employment‑eligible list for at least six months.

Examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the position’s requirements. Supplemental questions may be asked to examine specific knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Financial Disclosure This position requires completion of a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7‑7, 7‑8, and 7‑9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Your Recruiter Jewel Glenn, HR Specialist I, via email at Jewel.Glenn@baltimorecity.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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