Crawford County Searching For Health Inspector

Despite a lengthy search, the Crawford County Health Department has been unable to find an environmental public health specialist, otherwise titled health inspector.

Administrator Tracey Stover addressed the vacancy with Crawford County commissioners Aug. 30 after questioning by Treasurer Karen Sikes.

Presiding Commissioner Leo Sanders said he wanted Stover present to answer any questions.

Stover has taken on the job of health inspector in addition to her regular administrative duties.

Stover was questioned by a citizen if the job would have enough to justify full-time status.

“There is plenty of work,” said Stover, who said the person would be responsible for inspecting Crawford County’s nearly 50 food establishments, losing facilities, daycare facilities, handle permitting and complaints of septic systems and provide disaster response.

The job requires an associate’s degree and the minimum salary is $15 per hour.

However, Stover said that could be more depending on education levels.

Sikes questioned Stover on advertising for the position.

Stover said she had it posted on indeed.com last winter and conducted two interviews. One was in spring and another in July, but both applicants turned down the job because they could make more money somewhere else.

Some interest for the job has come from out of state.