Compliance Investigator jobs in Texas

• Dept of State Health Services
• San Antonio, TX FULL_TIME

• Inspector V
  Job Description:
  Inspector V – Compliance Investigator
  This position is posted for the San Antonio area and ALL surrounding counties; the headquarters assignment can be changed at any time to accommodate the mission and goals of the Meat Safety Assurance Unit. Position may be required to work in any area of the state on short notice.
  Under the direct supervision of the MSA Compliance Circuit Manager, performs highly advanced and/or specialized investigative work. Work involves planning, coordinating, and conducting investigations to determine compliance with the Texas Meat and Poultry Inspection Act (TMPIA), related statutes, rules & regulations, and the preparation of reports and correspondence dealing with the results. Provides consultative and technical services to the public and industries served. Investigations, reviews, and other consumer protection verification activities are conducted in all establishments and businesses located throughout the State of Texas that handle meat and/or poultry products. Performs various additional meat inspection related duties to support the mission of the Meat Safety Assurance Program. Performs other duties as assigned which include, but are not limited to, actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Works under minimal direction with a high degree of latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
  
  

  
  
  

  Essential Job Functions:
  
  Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy.
  (60%) Conducts complex investigations of reported and/or suspected violations of Texas Health and Safety Code (HSC) Chapter 433 - Texas Meat and Poultry Inspection Act (TMPIA) and the associated rules, regulations, and other related statutes. Prepares technical reports and other documentation using word processing, spreadsheet software, and web-based applications. Collects evidence and samples in accordance with the established procedures and methods of securing evidence. Conducts extensive investigations of complaints filed by the general public and industry to determine compliance with TMPIA. Identifies, contacts, and interviews potential witnesses. Takes written and/or oral statements from witnesses, complainants, and alleged violators. Collects and prepares samples of meat food products for routine laboratory analysis and for use as evidence in legal cases, as necessary. May conduct exit briefings on preliminary findings,
  (35%) Routinely prepares a Report of Investigation (ROI) for each violation documented in an accurate, concise, and thorough manner capable of use in all phases of the legal process. Evaluates compliance, corrective action(s), and/or appropriate disposition at firms related to violations noted during previous investigations by conducting follow-up reviews. May participate in Compliance Review Committee (CRC) presentations. Testifies at hearings or before courts of jurisdiction in matters relating to agency responsibility. Educates and provides outreach to the general public, associated governmental agencies, and other stakeholders through meetings, presentations, correspondence, and day-to-day contacts, on the requirements of relevant laws and regulations. Promotes voluntary compliance and enforcement of such laws and regulations. Provides support to all other Meat Safety Assurance (MSA) circuits and staff related to achieving program objectives. Performs various tasks in official establishments supporting program’s compliance and enforcement efforts.
  (5%) Performs various additional meat inspection related duties to support the mission of the Meat Safety Assurance Program. Identifies and appropriately refers observations of non-meat safety public health concern to the appropriate regulatory authority. Performs other duties as assigned including, but not limited to, actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
  
  

  
  
  

  Knowledge Skills Abilities:
  Knowledge Skills Abilities:
  
• Thorough knowledge of State and Federal laws, rules, regulations, and directives related to various types of meat and poultry operations and products.


• Thorough knowledge of all phases of livestock slaughter operations and meat/poultry processing and fabrication procedures in inspected establishments and in various retail operations.


• Thorough knowledge of the basic operation principles of the regulated industry


• Thorough knowledge of Sanitation Performance Standards (SPS), principals and application of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP), principals and application of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) Systems, and Pathogen Reduction and Control.


• Thorough knowledge of microbiological and economic sampling procedures of meat and poultry products and slaughter and/or processing environments.


• Knowledge of responsibilities of agencies with overlapping authority.


• Knowledge of the basic operation principles of the meat and poultry distribution and supply chain.


• Skill in verbal and written communication


• Skill in problem solving, conducting inspections/investigations, and making appropriate, supportable decisions.


• Skill in the use of a personal computer.


• Skill in organizing, preparing, and presenting information in both verbal and written form.


• Skill in communicating professionally, effectively, and persuasively with a wide variety of personalities under occasionally extreme circumstances (e.g. anger, frustration, etc.)


• Ability to identify sanitation deficiencies and potential disease conditions/abnormalities of livestock.


• Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and intelligently with program staff, regulated industry, trade associations, and the public.


• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret correspondence, technical data, reports, and regulations and to determine necessary action.


• Ability to independently analyze new situations and respond with sound technical judgment.


• Ability to deal with people in a tactful manner and to explain proper interpretation of technical requirements pertaining to rules and regulations.


• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships, and to express ideas tactfully, clearly and concisely.


• Ability to prepare accurate, concise reports and business correspondence.


• Ability to work well with others and interact with professionals at all levels of government and industry.


• Ability to function as a team leader and/or as a member of a team.


• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.


• Ability to use computer word processing programs, spreadsheets, on-line computer training, web-based applications, and electronic mail programs.


• Ability to move up to 50 pounds during investigations.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

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