ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 42005334 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Requisition No: 854369 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT - 42005334 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 42005334 

Salary:  $55,687.84 - $76,853.92 

Posting Closing Date: 06/09/2025 

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ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF FOOD SAFETY
BUREAU OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT

 ***INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY --
ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED***

This positions headquarters is negotiable Statewide.

CONTACT:

Darren Lowe, (850) 519-3512 or  Darren.Lowe@FDAC.gov

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience in environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or engineering; or

A master’s degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience as described above; or

Three (3) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist I or higher with the State of Florida; or

Three and a half (3.5) years of experience as described above.

Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.

EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency.  A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.” Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org) 

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Employees appointed to positions involved in food establishment inspections under authority of Chapter 500, Florida Statutes, must pass and maintain the Food and Drug Administration Standardization Program and/or Manufactured Food Certification, and FDA Auditor, Laws and Rules as implemented by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services within 12 months of appointment and/or before attaining permanent status in the class.

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s.112.313, F.S. and Section 60L – 36.003, Florida Career Service Rules and Regulations. 

Occasional travel required.

Must reside in required county(ies) throughout employment in this position.

NOTES:

Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

JOB DUTIES:

Plans, directs and participates in field audits of manufactured food inspectors in accordance with the Manufactured Food Regulatory Program Standards (MFRPS) Standard 4 and FDA Field Management Directive 76 (FMD 76).

Prepares inspection audit policies and procedures in accordance with MFRPS Standard 4 and FDA Field Management Directive 76 (FMD 76).

Develops and maintains statewide quality assurance program in accordance with Standard 4 of the MFRPS.

Serves as technical advisor for manufactured food program regulations, interpretations, policies and procedures.

Provides technical assistance and education to industry.

Develops educational materials for industry.

Prepares and delivers training to field staff as required and in accordance with MFRPS Standard 2.

Responsible for coordinating and delivering training sessions and courses as required in MFRPS Standard 2, applicable train the trainer and public speaking courses and position specific training.

Completes and maintains preparation of accurate and complete inspection reports, time and attendance reports, vouchers, requisitions and other applicable state and federal forms as may be required.

Conducts inspections and re-inspections of manufactured food establishments using advanced skills and knowledge applicable to various highly technical processing methods.

Conducts inspections and re-inspections for FDA contract inspections of food establishments.

Conducts joint inspections/investigations with federal, state and local agencies.

Performs inspection report audits in accordance with the MFRPS Standard 4.

Utilizes a risk based approach to evaluate processing methods, production controls, equipment design, structural design and maintenance, and personnel practices in manufactured food establishments to assure that foods for human consumption are safe and prepared, packed, distributed and stored under sanitary conditions.

Reviews food establishment records for compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

Investigates traceback/traceforward sources.

Initiates regulatory action for compliance upon field diagnosis.

Reviews inspection report deficiencies with establishment personnel.

Provides testimony, documentation and/or affidavits for legal action.

Investigates consumer complaints.

Investigates foodborne illness. 

Collects food and environmental samples for laboratory analysis.

Operates and maintains equipment.

Attends designated meetings, training sessions, and courses as required. 

Responds to disaster/emergency situations as required.

Some tasks will require evening, weekend and/or holiday activity, including overnight and/or extended travel. 

Performs other related duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Theory and applied knowledge in biological, chemical, physical and environmental factors affecting food safety and related control measures. 
• Maintains a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Food Inspection Management System (FIMS). 
• Knowledge of federal, state statutes, rules and regulations
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable federal, state statutes, rules and regulations.
• Ability to prepare, organize review and submit reports and projects in a timely manner. 
• Ability to operate a computer to access input and retrieve electronic information. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.  
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others. 
• Ability to compile, organize and analyze data and make recommendations. 
• Ability to evaluate food establishment structures, environment, equipment, methods and controls for compliance with regulatory and sanitation requirements. 
• Skill in completing and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.

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 visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”

SPECIAL NOTES: 

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.