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Public Health Sanitarian I

City of Cleveland

Public Health Sanitarian I with the City of Cleveland in 5006 - Environment, paying $37,357–$45,760 a year ($17.96–$22 an hour). Posted Oct 21, 2026; closes Nov 6, 2026.

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Pay
$37,357–$45,760 a year ($17.96–$22 an hour)
Location
5006 - Environment
Employment type
Full-time
Employer
City of Cleveland (city government)
Posted
Oct 21, 2026
Closes
Nov 6, 2026

Job Description

Public Health Sanitarian I

Under supervision, investigates complaints involving possible nuisance code or other local code violations. Issues violation notices, re-inspects for compliance, and performs the necessary follow-up actions deemed necessary. Issues minor misdemeanor tickets and court summons. Refers properties to appropriate departments. Conducts sweeps and surveys of neighborhoods for compliance with nuisance and other local codes. Under the supervision of a licensed pesticide operator, properly applies rodenticides and other pesticides as regulations and situations permit. Performs routine inspections of facilities and businesses and handles issues regulated under local codes. Performs other job-related duties as required.An Associate's Degree with the equivalent of 15 semester credits hours in Science, Math, or Chemistry from an accredited college or university required. (Substitution: One year of full-time paid experience working in the Environmental Health field with a thorough knowledge of health code ordinances may substitute for the Associate's Degree.) Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Must own or have access to a properly registered and insured vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed). Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds.
https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/human-resources/total-rewards

The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate's Degree with the equivalent of 15 semester credits hours in Science, Math, or Chemistry from an accredited college or university required. (Substitution: One year of full-time paid experience working in the Environmental Health field with a thorough knowledge of health code ordinances may substitute for the Associate's Degree.) Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Must own or have access to a properly registered and insured vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed). Must be able to lift and carry 30 pounds. https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/human-resources/total-rewards The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.