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Sanitarian/Health Program Planner II
POSITION TITLE: Sanitarian/Health Program Planner II
DEPARTMENT: Health Department
REPORTS TO: Chief Sanitarian
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly; Clerical Union; 35 hours per week
Rate: $36.85 - $41.47 per hour
JOB SUMMARY:
Performs inspections, reviews plans, and enforces applicable health laws, rules, and regulations. Performs duties related to community health education programming, vaccination clinics and other special projects under the direction of the Director of Health.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Performs routine and complex investigations consisting of inspections, follow up and enforcement activities for a wide range of environmental matters including but not limited to: food establishments, salons, day care centers, subsurface sewage disposal systems, water supplies, bathing waters, public pools, construction of residential and commercial buildings, and general environmental nuisances.
• Plans and coordinates public health programming for the health department on current public health issues (i.e. Lyme disease, heart health mental health).
• Helps organize and facilitate vaccination clinics and works in conjunction with the Public Health Nurse.
• Responds to complaints, records disposition and reports results to supervisor when necessary.
• Coordinates all special programming for the health department, including outreach presentations, educational campaigns and other programming.
• Participates in program development, implementation and evaluation as a member of the health department.
• Plans and organizes work according to determined priorities and established procedures.
• Issues Health Department licenses and permits.
• Collects samples for chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to provide data for use in detecting and preventing disease; interprets data and follows up as necessary.
• Prepares statistical and narrative reports on work accomplished and other matters as deemed appropriate by the Chief Sanitarian Director of Health.
• Works cooperatively with departments, state and federal agencies, and community organizations.
• Participates in ongoing professional education and training.
• Organizes and maintains files on inspection, review, and application work.
• Requires occasional work on evenings, weekends, or holidays to respond to emergencies or conduct inspections requiring special scheduling.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Sanitarian and/or Director of Health.
EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• Four-year degree in public health, environmental health, or related field.
• Connecticut certification in Food Service Inspection, Subsurface Sewage Disposal Phase I and II and Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor.
• Ability to organize, interpret, and present data.
• Ability to prepare written reports containing findings, analysis, conclusions and corrective recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in various social media platforms.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse organizations and community groups.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently.
• Valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s License
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands of this position include work out in the field, as well as in an office setting. Ability to walk on unpaved, sloped, uneven terrain. Ability to lift minimum of 35 lbs. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, occasionally drive a vehicle, use hand to finger coordination, handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms.
PT Assistant Animal Control Officer
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Animal Control Officer
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
REPORTS TO: Chief of Police
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly; Unaffiliated
HOURS: 15- 20 Hours per week
SALARY RANGE: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
JOB SUMMARY:
Enforces all Connecticut State laws and regulations and ordinances pertaining to animals. Manages the animal care facility.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLILITIES:
• Receives direction from the Animal Control Officer.
• Receives and responds to complaints regarding domestic animals and wildlife from general public.
• Enforces all relevant State and Town laws, ordinances and polices.
• Investigates complaints of vicious, diseased, injured, mistreated or stray animals.
• Patrols the Town of Monroe for violations concerning animals; captures and removes stray or vicious dogs to the impound facility.
• Issues summons, tickets, or warnings to violators.
• Removes injured or dead animals from town roads, in cooperation with the Public Works department.
• Prepares and follows up on all Incident Reports, written statements and complaints to animals.
• Assists the preparation of and makes court appearances as necessary in criminal & civil court cases.
• Maintains permits with appropriate state agencies for handling, transport and care of animals.
• Maintains records of complaints and related files.
• Assists police, other town agencies and the public as needed.
• Performs related tasks as needed.
EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• Must have current Connecticut Animal Control Officer Certification or be willing to obtain certification within one year.
• Excellent communication, administrative and organizational skills.
• Experience with care and handling of animals preferred.
• Must Maintain a Valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, drive a vehicle, use hand to finger coordination, handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms. Ability to move about facilities and walk on unpaved, sloped, and uneven terrain. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines and changing priorities/conditions. The employee may need to lift and/or moves up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus and read various documents.
PT Reference Librarian
POSITION TITLE: Reference Librarian
DEPARTMENT: EWML
REPORTS TO: Adult/Teen Services Librarian
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly; Unaffiliated; Hours may vary
HOURLY RATE: $18.50 - $28.00
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Adult/Teen Services Librarian and general supervision from the Library Director. Performs responsible and varied professional work in the Adult Department. In the absence of the Adult/Teen Services Librarian, oversees staff and volunteers assigned to the Adult Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provides reference and reader’s advisory guidance to adult and young adult patrons; provides reference and reader’s advisory guidance to children, as needed
• Assists and instructs patrons in using library services, equipment, and facilities
• Assists in providing interlibrary loan services to adult patrons
• Assists in planning and conducting adult programs, as requested
• Selects materials for acquisition and withdrawal, as assigned by the Adult Services Librarian
• Assists in preparing bibliographies, flyers, bulletin boards, displays, and publicity materials for the Adult Department
• Assists the Adult Services Librarian in maintaining the library homepage
• Assists the Adult Services Librarian in training and overseeing the work of staff and volunteers assigned to the Adult Department
• Supervises the Adult Department in the absence of the Adult Services Librarian
• Attends professional and community meetings, workshops, and conferences, as requested
• Assists with circulation and technical services work, as needed
• Supervises all library operations on occasion, as assigned
• Performs other duties, as assigned
EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school. MLS candidates with commensurate experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of public library services and programs preferred.
• Experience working with adults and teens preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond in an effective manner to the concerns of library patrons.
• Ability to understand and interpret library policies, procedures and rules.
• Ability to keep records accurately.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to operate Mircosoft Suite.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger movements, handle or feel objects or controls. Must be able to lift and/or moves up to 25 pounds and push a cart/book truck weighing up to 300 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Part Time Library Aide
POSITION TITLE: Library Aide
DEPARTMENT: Library
REPORTS TO: Adult/Teen or Children’s Services Librarian
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly; Unaffiliated; Hours Variable
HOURLY RATE: $16.84
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Adult/Teen Services Librarian or the Children’s Services Librarian, performs responsible and varied technical and clerical work for the Circulation Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Understands and is able to perform all jobs related to lending library materials, registering patrons, receiving and processing reserves and system-level hold requests, collecting and recording fines and fees.
• Provides reference assistance and readers advisory.
• Provides basic technology assistance on use of public computers.
• Assists with Children’s programming, marketing, and display creation as required.
• Shelves materials and shelf reads collection.
• Empties outdoor bookdrop.
• Moves/shifts books and materials collections.
• Retrieves materials for patrons from storage.
• Straightens magazines, displays, furniture, and collections as needed.
• Operates fax machine, copier, and other technical equipment.
• Performs other related duties in the Library as assigned.
EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• High School Diploma required.
• Library Technical Assistant degree, other related education or previous experience preferred.
• Knowledge of public library services and programs preferred.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to respond in an effective manner to the concerns of library patrons.
• Ability to understand and interpret library policies, procedures, and rules.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Self-motivated team player who enjoys working with public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to move and/or lift up to 25 pounds and push a loaded book truck weighing up to 300 pounds.
• Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, reach, climb steps and balance.
• Ability to type at a keyboard and operate office equipment