Chief Sanitary Inspector

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Chief Sanitary Inspector for the Housing Division within the Inspectional Services Department. Under the direction of the Director of Housing and Health, the position provides a wide range of managerial and administrative services related to protecting the health, safety, and environmental stability of the City\'s business and residential community. This position will be responsible for the operational planning of staff within the Housing Division. The Chief Sanitary Inspector will also play a key role in communication between the city and the residents, as well as between City departments to ensure accuracy and cooperation on projects. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: \~ Working knowledge of City departmental operations. \~ Working knowledge of office software (Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel), the Internet, social media, and web site use. \~ Comprehensive knowledge, ability to interpret and explain both verbally and in writing to property owners, legal departments, and other departments in the City all aspects of the Massachusetts State Sanitary Code. \~ Comprehensive understanding of the Worcester nuisance ordinances and other regulations. \~ Ability to meet and deal with the public and City employees in a tactful manner. \~ Ability to handle problems and emergencies effectively. \~ Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing. \~ Ability to maintain sensitive, confidential information, manage and organize complex records. Ability to deal appropriately on behalf of the city with department employees, the public as well as local, state and federal officials. \~ Ability to multi-task in order to complete assignments in a detailed, timely, and organized manner. \~ Ability to direct staff professionally, delegate tasks effectively, and keep daily operations running efficiently. \~ Regular onsite attendance is required. \~ Ability to communicate effectively in all situations and with a diverse audience. \~ Proficient computer skills as well as proficient written and verbal communication skills. \~ Ability to make good, quick and accurate decisions. \~ Ability to read blueprints and construction related documents. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: \~ Bachelor\'s degree or a master\'s Craftsman knowledge level in a professional field or trade AND seven (7) years of related work experience; OR; Any equivalent combination of education, training and ten (10) years of experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered in lieu of above requirement. \~ Five (5) years of experience in the field of sanitary inspection \~ Five (5) years of experience as a Sanitary Inspector in the Housing Enforcement Unit \~ Valid Driver\'s License \~ Massachusetts PHIT training tier 1, 2, and 3 in process or completed PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: \~ Bachelor\'s degree in urban studies, non-profit management, construction management, public health or a related field \~ Intensive knowledge of a specialized field (e.g., civil engineering, public health, etc.) \~ Massachusetts Registered Sanitarian designation \~ Healthy Homes Specialist [Click Here to Read Full Job Description](https://www.worcesterma.gov/human-resources/employment-opportunities/chief-sanitary-inspector/48940)