Lead Inspector at CITY OF NEW HAVEN
NEW HAVEN, CT 06510
About the Job
- Inspects buildings and dwellings for possible sources of lead poisoning.
- Conducts investigations, following established protocols, of home environments of children exhibiting the symptoms of blood-lead poisoning.
- Performs inspections using special instruments to identify surfaces containing lead paint.
- Collects samples of paint, dust, water, and soil from dwellings and delivers samples to laboratory.
- Document findings accurately and take photographs or videos, as necessary.
- Follows procedures to ensure abatement of all areas containing lead paint which may pose a direct hazard to the health of a child.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS include:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelors’ degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or directly related field, and a minimum of one (1) year of hands-on experience in environmental health inspection and enforcement, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills:
- Considerable knowledge of policies, procedures, methods, and industry standards relating to environmental health.
- Considerable knowledge of lead poisoning, its effects on children, and long-term health implications.
- Knowledge of lead hazard identification, assessment, and effective abatement strategies.
- Considerable knowledge of current issues, research findings, and regulatory decisions regarding childhood lead poisoning.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough investigations of buildings and dwellings to identify hazards.
- Competency in utilizing specialized instruments to test for surfaces containing lead paint.
- Excellent record-keeping skills, including accurate documentation of inspection findings, supported by other media as needed.
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY:
In order to be considered for this title, you must apply during the posting period via the online application portal.
1) Go to https://www.jobapscloud.com/oec/NewHaven/
2) First-time users will click "New User Registration" and create your Applicant Profile
3) Click on available job postings and Apply Online. You will need a valid, working email address to apply.
Please note that our method of communication with applicants is by email. In the application process, please provide us with a valid email address, and ensure you monitor your email, including spam or junk, for correspondence from our department.
If you experience technical difficulties in the online application process, please contact our office at 203-946-8252 or email NHJobs@newhavenct.gov.
Posted through 05/19/24; may be extended.