Job Description
Join Boston's frontline public health team in this urgent opportunity to protect community wellbeing. As a Public Health Inspector, you'll conduct immediate on-site assessments of food establishments, housing conditions, and environmental hazards. This temporary role offers direct impact on public safety while providing valuable government experience. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Start immediately in this mission-critical position serving Boston's diverse communities.
Responsibilities
- Conduct emergency inspections of food service establishments and housing facilities
- Investigate public health complaints and environmental hazards within 24 hours
- Enforce city health codes and issue corrective action notices
- Document findings using digital reporting systems and prepare violation reports
- Coordinate with emergency response teams during public health crises
- Educate business owners and residents on health compliance standards
- Maintain detailed inspection records and database entries
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, or related field
- Massachusetts Public Health Inspector certification (or ability to obtain immediately)
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for city-wide travel
- Experience with food safety inspections or environmental health investigations
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights/weekends for emergency response
- Strong communication skills for diverse community interactions
- Proficiency in digital inspection reporting systems
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and navigate tight inspection spaces