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NY HELP No

Agency Health, Department of

Title Senior Sanitarian - 46743

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade 18

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 60%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address MARO- Division of Hospital and Diagnostic & Treatment Centers

90 Church Street

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10007

Duties Description This position is one of an inspector/sanitarian in the Hospital and Diagnostic & Treatment Centers (D&TC) program. The duties include surveillance of regulated Healthcare facilities including re-licensure, follow-up, pre-opening, closing, and complaint inspections and Certificate of Need reviews. The incumbent will take the lead on investigating and enforcing the provisions of the Public Health Law and New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations and Federal Codes relating to environmental health, maintenance, general sanitation, and fire/safety. These provisions may include other technical standards, including those of the National Fire Protection Association, the National Plumbing Code, FGI, etc. The incumbent will determine the compliance of facilities or assess public health problems in the following areas: structure and space provisions; mechanical and electrical systems; ventilation/air conditioning/heating; fire safety (structural and operational); housekeeping; maintenance; laundry, infection control; pest control; solid waste disposal; water supply; plumbing; sewage disposal; accident prevention; disaster preparedness; hazardous wastes/biohazard wastes; air pollution; and medical systems. The incumbent will also apply the principles of biological and physical sciences and skills of assessing environmental features to maintain, protect, and improve the health and safety of individuals receiving services at healthcare facilities. The incumbent will assist with policy interpretation to staff, providers, and other governmental agencies. The incumbent will complete written reports, citation writing, and informational memos as part of the inspection process. The incumbent will assist other inspectors as needed. Respond to emergencies such as fires, weather related emergencies, etc. as needed. Additionally, supervision of lower-level staff may be required. Other State and Federal work as required.

Minimum Qualifications Permanent Transfer Candidates: Current NYS DOH employee with permanent status as a Senior Sanitarian, G-18.Non-competitive via NY HELPS: A bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 30 qualifying semester credit hours in animal science, biochemical engineering, biochemistry, biological sciences, biology, biophysics, chemical engineering, chemical science, chemistry, civil engineering technology, conservation biology, earth science, ecohydrology, electrical engineering, electrical science, emergency management, engineering science, engineering technology, environmental biology, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies, fire science, geochemistry, geology, health physics, health science, industrial hygiene, mechanical engineering, medical science, medical technology, microbiology, natural sciences, nursing, occupational health, occupation health and safety, physical science, physics, pre-med, structural engineering, toxicology, water resources engineering, water resource management, and water resources AND two years of experience in environmental health protection defined as conducting inspections to determine compliance with federal, state, or local environmental laws, regulations, and established public health standards, OR experience in the identification and notification of public health environmental hazards and the development of methods to eliminate or control such hazards and/or the spread of disease and other environmental factors impacting the heath of individuals and/or the public, such as in hospitals and long term care facilities.*Substitution: A master’s degree in a related field can substitute for one year of experience; and a doctorate in a related field can substitute for two years of experience. Preferred Qualifications: Must have strong interpersonal, problem solving, decision-making and time management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with all internal and external stakeholders. Work well alone and in a team setting. Ability to observe and apply observations to regulatory standards. Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to go into all areas of the buildings. Excellent writing and editing skills and be able to effectively interpret laws and regulations governing diagnostic and treatment centers including knowledge of fire/safety and sanitary codes of NYS and localities.

Additional Comments This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required. This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:• Holiday & Paid Time Off• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System • Shift & Geographic pay differentials • Affordable Health Care options• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost • NYS Deferred Compensation plan• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds• And many more...For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

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Name Human Resources Management Group, MM/SS/46743

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street RM 2217 Corning Tower, ESP

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MM/SS/46743 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MM/SS/46743, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.