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Under the direct supervision of the Environmental Health Manager III/Food Protection the Environmental Health Manager II/Food Safety Inspectors will perform a number of required compliance graded inspections of permitted and nonpermitted retail food service establishments within required time frames, and initiate actions as required to ensure compliance with Regulation 61-25, Retail Food Establishments.
Job Duties
1.Performs compliance inspections of permitted and non-permitted food service facilities and complex operations to determine compliance with state regulations, standards, and guidance using a predefined process.
2.Maintain assigned caseload by completing compliance graded inspections of retail food service establishments within established time frames, and initiate actions as required to ensure compliance with Regulation 61-25 governing Retail Food Establishments.
3.Maintain all required Quality Assurance/Quality Control activities including but not limited to proficiency testing and standardization. Provide complete, detailed reports of inspections and outline any necessary enforcement action.
4.Conduct and complete complaint investigations as requested and in accordance with applicable SOPs and program guidance.
5.Investigate suspected cases of foodborne illness; collaborate with Epidemiology and Public Health staff in investigations.
6.Provide programmatic consultation to food service industry personnel and other stakeholders. Performs pre-operational inspections and issues permits for new facilities.
7.Daily travel throughout the state to Retail Food Establishments. May be required to drive personal vehicle if a state vehicle is not available.
8.Perform other duties as required, which include attending periodic staff meetings and training.
State Minimum Requirements: Some positions require the possession of a valid driver's license. Some positions require the successful completion of specialized courses in health physics or certification as a health physicist. A high school diploma and experience in environmental health programs or radiological health. A bachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences, mathematics, public health, engineering or a related technical field may be substituted for the required work experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements: Abachelor's degree in the natural or physical sciences or a related field; (Natural or physical science may include, but are not limited to Food Science, Nutrition, Agriculture, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Environmental Science, Public Health, etc.); or an associate's degree in the natural or physical sciences or related field and two (2) years of environmental health, or related experience; or high school diploma and four (4) years of environmental health or related experience. Related experience may include Food Safety/Service Industry.
Knowledge/Experience in food protection, sanitation, Food Safety, service industry.
Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal food laws and regulations.
Certified Food Service Manager
Preferred Skills:
Excellent driving skills
Data management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
Experience using tablets and other electronic equipment in a field environment.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills.
Team-oriented and positive.
Self-starter
Adaptable and willing to work in various field environments and weather conditions. These positions (and all other similar food inspector positions) will be moved to the South Carolina Department of Agriculture July 1. These positions are time-limited while at DHEC, but the individual selected for this position will have the ability to apply for regular full-time positions in the Department of Agriculture after July 1.
EEO: SC DHEC is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DHEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
