ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64049962

Requisition No: 826625 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64049962

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64049962 

Salary:  $43,000.00 - $46,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 05/20/2024 

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Open Competitive Opportunity

Your Specific Responsibilities:    

This is professional work involving the prevention of environmental illness and injury in environmental regulated facilities. This also involves the prevention of and investigation concerning environmentally related disease and safety in the regulated facilities.  The incumbent in this position is responsible for conducting inspections in various program areas, acting independently with minimal supervision and assuming leadership for special projects.  Inspects and re-inspects, as necessary, regulated facilities for environmental sanitation and safety as set forth in Florida Administrative Code 64E Series, Chapter 381 and 386 of the Florida Statutes, and FDA Food Code 2013 as required by E.H. Manual 150-4. The incumbent must be certified as an Environmental Health Professional (CEHP) in the area of food protection within 6 months of hire.

Conduct compliance inspections in facilities including, but not limited to schools, theaters, bars, residential facilities, afterschool meals, detention centers, and mobile home parks as assigned by supervisor. Take environmental samples including water and food as applicable when required or scheduled for quality control or investigation. Inspects new construction or remodeling operations to ensure compliance with plan review requirements. Re-inspect regulated facilities with unsatisfactory inspection on date specified on the inspection report or place note of explanation on file. Coordinates duties to ensure timely response, accuracy and proper documentation of facility details and inspection requests to assure accurate recording and reporting in the Environmental Health Database. Provides a review of office and field activities and the required supporting documentation.

Investigates disease outbreaks and environmental sanitation nuisance complaints. Investigates sanitary nuisances endangering public health and safety within 2 days of assignment and follows up with facility until abated. Advises individuals and organizations concerning environmental health safety.  Responds to service requests within 30 days of assignment.  Confers with and educates the public, builders, owners, public officials and civic groups concerning disease control, sanitation and health regulations.

Initiates and participates in legal actions to obtain compliance when violations are noted and are not corrected or when conditions require immediate closing of facilities to protect health, safety and the welfare of patrons. Issues stop sale and enforcement notices on unwholesome or unsafe products or facilities as required. Coordinates activities with federal, state and municipal environmental safety and health agencies, as needed. Conducts joint investigations with other local regulatory agencies, as required.

Assists in the training of new employees, as necessary. Represents the Division and coordinates activities with other agencies for events requiring inter-agency response. Conduct plan reviews for new facilities as needed.

Participates in the execution of the overall department’s strategic plan, and the strategic plan for Environmental Health.  This includes, but is not limited to, client satisfaction, data collection and analysis, seminar and training attendance, process management, employee satisfaction.

Performs other related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic principles of environmental health or one of the natural or physical science, like biology, environmental studies, chemistry, including knowledge of scientific terminology and technology.
• Skill in methods of data collection including the ability to collect, record, and analyze technical data relating to environmental health.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policy and procedure related to environmental health, including enforcing regulation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community leaders and others in a stressful environment while providing total quality environmental health services.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to use technology such as computer software and cell phones.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Bachelor’s degree in a physical or natural science from an accredited college or university, valid driver's license, private automobile to perform work related assignments, incumbent in this position is required to be a Certified Environmental Health Professional in the area of Food Hygiene within 6 months of hiring.

Where You Will Work:

1725 NW 167TH Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.