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Sanitarian 6 (Safe Drinking Water District Sanitarian)

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.


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This leadership role oversees the district’s Safe Drinking Water Program, providing guidance and direction to subordinate staff to ensure the protection of public health. The Sanitarian 6 manages biological and chemical sampling operations, conducts Class 1 Surveys, and compiles districtwide progress reports to support program accountability and regulatory compliance. The position also plays a key role in directing public health response activities during emergencies, ensuring communities receive safe, reliable drinking water under all conditions.

Requirements

Possession of a current Louisiana Sanitarian's license plus one of the following, which must include one year of experience at the supervisory level or above:

Five years of experience as a sanitarian; OR

A master's degree in public health, food science, dairy science, environmental or sanitary science, or one of the physical or biological sciences plus four years of experience as a sanitarian.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:

  • Management of the Safe Drinking Water Program and subordinate staff
  • Oversees the biological and chemical sample collection in the district
  • Conducts Class 1 Surveys
  • Prepares and compiles progress reports of work in the District
  • Directs activities associated with emergencies

Position-Specific Details:

Location: Office of Public Safety / Section / Parish

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary or a Promotional appointment

Cost Center: 3262208510

Position Number(s): 50527791


How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.


To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 


* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.


Contact Information:

Paul Tran

Paul.Tran3@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477


This organization participates in E-Verify, and for more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. 


LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. 


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Date Posted
12/15/2025
Job Reference
OPH/PTT/215744
Organization
LDH-Office of Public Health
Location
Shreveport, LA
Category
Operations
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