Town of South Windsor
Director of Health
Town of South Windsor, South Windsor, Connecticut, us, 06074
Position Summary/Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to plan, direct, administer and enforce the Public Health Code (PHC) by supervising, reviewing, inspecting and overseeing or approving all applications which relate to the public health code and related federal, state and local laws and regulations, specifically subsurface sewage disposal, the location of wells, cleanliness or water supply and the inspection of restaurants. S/he also deals with various health issues, including the risk of communicable diseases, insects, rodents and homeland security issues which may face the public. The Health Director is required to exercise considerable independent judgment in administering and managing the division and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under their direction and control.
Essential Job Functions :
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
Oversee and perform inspection, investigative, enforcement and administrative duties to assure residential, commercial and other properties comply with the PHC and other related codes.
Oversee and receive proposed development and construction plans; participate in preliminary review and consultations with other Land Use offices on major building projects; perform plan review for compliance with the PHC and other standards; coordinate efforts with other land use offices.
Interpret code and regulation requirements for planners, builders, architects, engineers, surveyors, trades people, realtors, appraisers, well and septic installers, lawyers, and the public; assist with the preparation of applications, if needed, and the evolution of proper designs for well and septic systems.
Oversee, review, approve, and conduct inspections related to subdivision plans and individual plot plans as they relate to PHC issues.
Oversee and issue permits for the installation of wells and septic systems; inspect the installation of wells and septic systems to ensure that they meet plan designs and PHC; issue septic approvals based on as-builts and final installation; witness test holes for new and repairs of septic systems or complaints about the system.
Oversee, review and ensure that contractors are properly licensed under the PHC to perform well and septic system installations.
Determine and initiate regulatory or legal action in cases of violation of the PHC and other ordinances.
Oversee, inspect and sign off on daycare centers, swimming pools, sheds, additions, etc. to insure that they meet the PHC and are not built too close to wells or septic systems; coordinate this effort with other land use staff.
Oversee and conduct food service inspections as required by Connecticut’s PHC.
Oversee and investigate complaints involving mold, heat, water or other health issues in rented properties; investigate complaints that involve the presence of insects or rodents; inspect water bodies for possible hydrocarbon contamination or other contamination.
Oversee and work with the Water Pollution Control facility on fats, oils and grease contamination that may affect the town’s sewer system.
Oversee and investigate other health issues when required or requested for the safety of the public such as: West Nile disease, Lyme disease, exposure to hazardous materials, flu clinics, communicable disease emergencies like H1N1, homeland security issues like small pox, etc.; plan, supervise and implement public health awareness programs in coordination with Director of Health and Human Services and public health nurses.
Ensure that employees within his/her scope of supervision perform their job functions in a safe and hazard-free environment; conduct accident and incident investigations within their area of responsibility; examine the root cause of all accidents and determine whether the incident or accident was preventable.
Develop division policies and procedures; assign, train and supervise staff; consult with supervisor and Human Resources on personnel actions such as hiring, termination, and discipline, and obtain final approval from Town Manager for such personnel actions.
Prepare, administer and monitor operating budget for division.
Establish short and long term goals for the division.
Participate with professional organizations that further develop the field of public health.
Other Functions:
Perform similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
Continue training and professional development, keep current with trends, and continue education to maintain Registered Environmental Health Specialist / Registered Sanitarian certification.
Assist other department staff, as needed, to promote a team effort to serve the public.
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The purpose of this position is to plan, direct, administer and enforce the Public Health Code (PHC) by supervising, reviewing, inspecting and overseeing or approving all applications which relate to the public health code and related federal, state and local laws and regulations, specifically subsurface sewage disposal, the location of wells, cleanliness or water supply and the inspection of restaurants. S/he also deals with various health issues, including the risk of communicable diseases, insects, rodents and homeland security issues which may face the public. The Health Director is required to exercise considerable independent judgment in administering and managing the division and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under their direction and control.
Essential Job Functions :
(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
Oversee and perform inspection, investigative, enforcement and administrative duties to assure residential, commercial and other properties comply with the PHC and other related codes.
Oversee and receive proposed development and construction plans; participate in preliminary review and consultations with other Land Use offices on major building projects; perform plan review for compliance with the PHC and other standards; coordinate efforts with other land use offices.
Interpret code and regulation requirements for planners, builders, architects, engineers, surveyors, trades people, realtors, appraisers, well and septic installers, lawyers, and the public; assist with the preparation of applications, if needed, and the evolution of proper designs for well and septic systems.
Oversee, review, approve, and conduct inspections related to subdivision plans and individual plot plans as they relate to PHC issues.
Oversee and issue permits for the installation of wells and septic systems; inspect the installation of wells and septic systems to ensure that they meet plan designs and PHC; issue septic approvals based on as-builts and final installation; witness test holes for new and repairs of septic systems or complaints about the system.
Oversee, review and ensure that contractors are properly licensed under the PHC to perform well and septic system installations.
Determine and initiate regulatory or legal action in cases of violation of the PHC and other ordinances.
Oversee, inspect and sign off on daycare centers, swimming pools, sheds, additions, etc. to insure that they meet the PHC and are not built too close to wells or septic systems; coordinate this effort with other land use staff.
Oversee and conduct food service inspections as required by Connecticut’s PHC.
Oversee and investigate complaints involving mold, heat, water or other health issues in rented properties; investigate complaints that involve the presence of insects or rodents; inspect water bodies for possible hydrocarbon contamination or other contamination.
Oversee and work with the Water Pollution Control facility on fats, oils and grease contamination that may affect the town’s sewer system.
Oversee and investigate other health issues when required or requested for the safety of the public such as: West Nile disease, Lyme disease, exposure to hazardous materials, flu clinics, communicable disease emergencies like H1N1, homeland security issues like small pox, etc.; plan, supervise and implement public health awareness programs in coordination with Director of Health and Human Services and public health nurses.
Ensure that employees within his/her scope of supervision perform their job functions in a safe and hazard-free environment; conduct accident and incident investigations within their area of responsibility; examine the root cause of all accidents and determine whether the incident or accident was preventable.
Develop division policies and procedures; assign, train and supervise staff; consult with supervisor and Human Resources on personnel actions such as hiring, termination, and discipline, and obtain final approval from Town Manager for such personnel actions.
Prepare, administer and monitor operating budget for division.
Establish short and long term goals for the division.
Participate with professional organizations that further develop the field of public health.
Other Functions:
Perform similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
Continue training and professional development, keep current with trends, and continue education to maintain Registered Environmental Health Specialist / Registered Sanitarian certification.
Assist other department staff, as needed, to promote a team effort to serve the public.
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