Health Inspector jobs in South Carolina

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Performs the number of required compliance graded inspections of permitted and non-permitted retail food service establishments within required time frames, and initiate actions as required to ensure compliance with Regulation 61-25, Retail Food Establishments. Performs compliance inspections of permitted and non-permitted facilities to determine compliance with state regulations, standards and guidance. This would include inspecting complex operations with special processes.
 

Maintains all required Quality Assurance/Quality Control activities including but not limited to proficiency testing and standardization. Provides complete, detailed reports of inspections and outline any necessary enforcement action.
 
Conducts and completes complaint investigations as requested and in accordance with applicable SOPs and program guidance.
 
Investigates suspected cases of foodborne illness.
 
Provides programmatic consultation to food service industry personnel and other interested persons. Performs pre-operational inspections and permits new facilities.
 
Performs other duties as required, which includes attending periodic staff meetings and training.

Daily travel throughout the state to Retail Food Establishments. May be required to drive personal vehicle if a state vehicle is not available.

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 or GED 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.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. 

• Knowledge/experience in food protection, sanitation, food safety, service industry.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal food laws and regulations.
• Food Protection Manager Certification.

Immunization: All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Pertussis, Varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment. 

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DHEC employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. 
 

College Transcripts: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

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.

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control offers an exceptional benefits package for time limited positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Primary Member, Spouse, and Children (must average at least 30 hours a week to be eligible)

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

•  Paid Parental Leave

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

• REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote may be available after six (6) months of employment for approved positions

 
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.