Under supervision, the Sanitarian II conducts inspections of establishments that process, prepare, and/or serve food to enforce food safety, sanitation codes, and licensing requirements, and conducts inspections of swimming pools and spas to enforce environmental health codes and licensing requirements, and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Inspects the physical condition of food establishments (e.g., restaurants, grocery stores, bakeries, wholesalers, special or summer food events or programs, and kitchens in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, etc.) to enforce food safety and sanitation codes and licensing requirements
Inspects the physical condition of swimming pools and spas (e.g., indoor, outdoor) to enforce environmental health codes and licensing requirements
Inspects equipment for proper bacterial sanitization, hygiene practices, and temperature control
Issues citations for violations of food safety and sanitation codes
May collect samples for laboratory analysis
Conducts exterior inspections of establishments in response to complaints involving possible sanitary violations (e.g., overflowing garbage dumpsters, rodent activity, etc.)
Advises owners or managers on safety standards, existing violations, regulations regarding various environmental, health, and safety issues and methods for compliance
Re-inspects establishments cited for violations to ensure corrective actions have been taken
Testifies in Administrative Hearings regarding violations
Conducts special inspections in conjunction with other City departments and agencies and in response to potential cases of food-borne illnesses, as required
Prepares and maintains inspection reports, records, and supporting documentation (e.g., photos)
Responds to inquires on health code violations, complains, and compliance methods
Assists in training lower-level Sanitarians to conduct inspections
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Nine (9) college credit hours in the biological or related sciences;
Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree
PLUS at least one (1) year of work experience in food sanitation
Licensure, Certification, or other Qualifications
A valid State of Illinois driver’s license is required
Must have the permanent use of an automobile that is properly insured, including a clause specifically insuring the City of the Chicago from accident liability
Food Service Sanitation Certification within 60 days of hire
Some positions may require specialty certification or training (e.g., Illinois Swimming Pool Operator certificate and/or Illinois Structural Pest Control Technician license)
The mission of the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) is to work with communities and partners to create an equitable, safe, resilient and Healthy Chicago.