Greg McGann
Laurel,MT
Summary
Experienced with conducting comprehensive public health inspections to ensure compliance with regulations. Utilizes analytical skills to identify potential health hazards and implement corrective actions. Knowledge of public health policies and procedures, ensuring community well-being and safety.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sanitarian
Riverstone Health Dba Yellowstone County Health Department
Billings, MT
01.2013 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of food establishments to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with Riverstone Health Staff to address public health concerns and promote community awareness.
- Trained junior inspectors on best practices for effective inspections.
Sanitarian
Riverstone Health/Environmental Health
Billings, MT
01.2013 - Current
- I have conducted environmental health inspections from differing department program areas including: food establishments, mobile food trucks and trailers, public accommodations,(bed and breakfast, tourist homes and hotel/motels), trailer courts/camp grounds. I have ensured compliance with health regulations through inspection, followup and complaint resolution. I have been responsible for reviewing submitted plans for new construction as well as major and minor remodeled licensed locations. These reviews included blueprint reviews as well as city of Billings electronic ERT system submittals.
- While working with the land use program, I have inspected new installations of subsurface waste disposal systems, as well as repairs to existing systems. I have helped educate the public on environmental health issues, responded to public health complaints and concerns. My position requires strong communication skills, frequent report writing, and the ability to interpret and enforce health laws.
- Inspections: Performing restaurant, bar and casino, and food truck inspections in the territory with the largest number of food establishments consistently completing 95-100% of required licenses. Our department normally returns highest allowed reimbursement from the State of Montana DPHHS to Riverstone Health/Yellowstone County.
- Seven years coordinating Montana State Fair (Billings), including year-round meeting/communicating with Metra Food and Catering staff. With Metra Staff emailing with 50+ food vendors during off season through Spring and early Summer. Scheduling department staff, coordinating duties including educational materials and food safety class presentations. I have served as the Riverstone Health Department representative on Montana State Fair emergency planning committee.
- And public accommodations, to assess compliance with state and federal health regulations. Plan Review: Review and approve plans for new food purveyor establishments. Public Education: Conduct classes and provide information on environmental health topics such as safe food handling and preventing foodborne illnesses. Enforcement: Interpret, explain, and enforce public health rules, regulations
Lead Sanitarian
Carbon County Health and Planning Department
Red Lodge, MT
02.1999 - 01.2013
- Conducted all county environmental health inspections of facilities including food establishments, public accommodations, group homes, trailer courts/camp grounds, and tattoo establishments to ensure compliance with health regulations. I reviewed plans for new and replacement septic systems, Functioned effectively and independently in assigned areas of Food Inspection, Septic system inspection, site evaluation, assisting DEQ consultant evaluator, Subdivision Sanitation reviews, special event planning and inspection.
- Responsibilities
- Maintained professional relationships with Carbon County Board of Health, Carbon County Planning Board and State agencies, and the public. Developed evaluation tools, educational materials, program reports, and other documents according to areas of responsibility. I used my organizational abilities to design and schedule activities, achieve performance objectives, and meet critical deadlines as required. I represented the County Public Health Department in local, regional and State forums and workgroups. I interpreted and applied County ordinances regarding environmental health programs. I was responsible for drawing up and submitting department budgets for County Planning, Sanitarian, Floodplain, and MTDEQ consulting, and Subdivision Review to Carbon County Board of Commissioners.
Education
Bachelors - Environmental Health/Microbiology Certified Environmental Health Program
Montana State University-Bozeman
Skills
- Septic system inspection
- Environmental health assessment
- Environmental impact analysis
- Cross-connection control
- Food safety management
- Permit application review
- Public health education
- Sanitation inspection
- Restaurant sanitation evaluation
- Food safety inspection
- Site investigation
- Foodborne illness investigation
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making skills
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Achieved 95% by completing required inspections with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and followed up on public complaints which led to resolution and enhanced public understanding of environmental health issues.
- Collaborated with team of staff sanitarians in the Montana State Fair to foster a healthier event through dedicated oversite and proactive problem resolution.
Certification
- National Environmental Health Association Registered Environmental Health Specialist Specialist(RHES)
- Date Achieved: 1999-06-30
- State of Montana License, Registered Sanitarian #478
- Date Achieved: 1999-06-30, Renewal Date: 2026-06-30
Timeline
Sanitarian
Riverstone Health Dba Yellowstone County Health Department
01.2013 - Current
Sanitarian
Riverstone Health/Environmental Health
01.2013 - Current
Lead Sanitarian
Carbon County Health and Planning Department
02.1999 - 01.2013
Bachelors - Environmental Health/Microbiology Certified Environmental Health Program
Montana State University-Bozeman
Awards
Montana Environmental Health Association Vernon E. Sloulin Rookie of the Year Award, Director, Montana Environmental Health Association, Board of Directors, FDA Retail Food Service Rules Standardization(2025)