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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for administering the City’s Fat, Oil and Grease (FOG) Program including inspecting the City's Food Service Establishments (FSE) properties and for performing activities relating to the discharge of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) into the City's sanitary sewer system to ensure compliance with the City’s FOG Ordinance, the adopted Plumbing Code, and other applicable laws and regulations. The Senior Sanitarian inspects, reviews, evaluates, and analyzes the health and safety compliance of various projects and cases in the community. Works under the direction of the Environmental Health and Safety Manager.
We are looking for a member to join our team who exemplifies our core values of integrity, teamwork, professionalism, customer experience and innovation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Plan Review:- Performs building and site plan reviews in My Permit Now, or similar database, to ensure grease trap/interceptor and sample port requirements are being addressed as required.
- Manages and maintain records of variance requests and FOG variance customer information.
- Conducts on-site inspections of grease traps/grease interceptors and sample ports for new facilities required to install grease traps/interceptors and sample ports prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy.
- Conducts on-site inspections of grease traps/grease interceptors at existing FSE’s as required to ensure compliance with the FOG ordinance.
- Performs environmental health inspections using professional skills and comprehensive environmental health knowledge relative to area of assignment.
- Performs and conducts detailed inspections and monitors food establishments ensuring compliance with all food, health, and safety regulations; investigates foodborne illness outbreaks.
- Reviews, evaluates, and manages the health and safety compliance and permitting for pools.
- Manages the mosquito trapping/testing program.
- Performs monitoring, enforcement, record keeping, and other associated tasks to ensure compliance with the City’s FOG Program.
- Develops and maintains compliance inspection schedules, accurate logs, records, customer correspondence and documentation relating to the FOG program.
- Prepares and issues non-compliance notifications, issues warnings and Notices of Violations (NOV) to owners or establishments, files citations in municipal court and may testify in court proceedings.
- Develops, reviews, and updates the Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program, including inspection of existing grease traps and interceptors, to minimize the effects of grease buildup in sewer lines.
- Assesses existing FOG disposal efforts within the industry to identify trends and determine best practices.
- Responds to and investigates public health code complaints; assists other departments with investigations/enforcement of environmental code violations.
- Provides compliance assistance and resolutions to FSE properties regarding FOG maintenance, non-compliance and ordinance issues.
- Coordinates and conducts related workshops, classes, outside presenters, public events and other programs related to the FOG program. Assists in preparing informational brochures, newsletters, and other promotional materials.
- Develops partnerships to promote FOG programs and activities.
- This position works under general supervision.
- Exhibits innovation and integrity, constantly striving to improve the division through technology and process improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 30 hours semester hours in basic of applied science.
- Must have two (2) years of experience working as a Licensed registered sanitarian in the State of Texas.
- Must have knowledge of the principles of wastewater collection, private sewer systems, grease trap and interceptor installation/sizing requirements, and site plan review.
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Five (5) years of experience working as a registered sanitarian.
- Prior experience with a Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) program.
CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
CORE COMPETENCIES- Must be able to read/comprehend rules, regulations, state laws, and local ordinances; must have the ability to prepare sampling logs and reports.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills are required; must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, contractors, laboratories, and the general public.
Physical requirements include lifting 50-100 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision and hearing constantly; standing, sitting, walking, handling, fine dexterity, bending, talking and foot controls frequently; lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, kneeling, crouching, twisting, balancing occasionally; climbing rarely.
Working conditions involve occasional exposure to variable and/or extreme weather conditions, vehicle traffic, heavy equipment, hazardous chemicals, wastewater, and infectious diseases.
Safety Sensitive Position.
The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.
View Our Benefits Guide.
BENEFITS
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage- United Healthcare
- Choice Plus PPO Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Wellness Initiatives
- Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7
- Dental Plan
- Davis Vision Insurance
- Base Vision Plan
- Premium Vision Plan
- Laser Vision Correction discounts
- Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- City paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Activity Center Membership
- Direct Deposit
The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services.
Closing Date/Time: 5/7/2025 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of San Marcos, TX
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