ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - 64006428 1

Requisition No: 841535 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - 64006428 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64006428 

Salary:  $1,360.00 - $1,647.22 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 11/29/2024 

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Open Competitive

This is a full time, Career Service position working 40 hours/week

Salary Range: $1,360.00 - $1,647.22 Biweekly

(Pay commensurate with education and experience)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a highly responsible Environmental Health Specialist position in the Environmental Health (EH) Section of the Wakulla County Health Department. Work is performed in the regional area under supervision of the Environmental Health Manager. Requires technical knowledge in a variety of programs, including but not limited to; Swimming Pool, Limited-Use Well Water, Mobile Home/RV Park, Mosquito, Sanitary Nuisance, Rabies, Tanning, Body Piercing, Tattoo, and Biomedical Waste. Coordinates completion of inspections, produces technical reports, initiates enforcement proceedings and participates in community and interagency meetings as required. Assists in overseeing all water programs. Travel is required for inspections in Wakulla, Jefferson, Madison and Taylor Counties. The incumbent uses knowledge of quality improvement (QI) methods and processes to work with other staff to help identify opportunities for improvement and develop a culture of quality within DOH Wakulla; assists in improvement projects, as assigned.

• Responsible for the inspection and regulation of Aerobic Treatment Unit (ATU) septic systems, tattoo, tanning, biomedical waste, body piercing, and mobile home/RV park facilities.  Investigates rabies and sanitary nuisance complaints with follow-up in a timely manner. Reviews applications for completion and compliance. Assists in the preparation of reports, mailing correspondence, legal notices, and/or enforcement proceedings. Informs any concerns to Environmental Manager for guidance and follow-up. 
• Responsible for the inspection and regulation of the Limited-Use Well water, multi-family water and private water systems. Collects beach water sampling, inspects and regulates public swimming pools and other natural bathing areas.
• Responsible for maintaining records for all programs in the EH database and organization of in-house files. Reviews applications for completion and assists with enforcing compliance guidelines. Completes required trainings, conference calls and general office duties, including answering phone calls and assisting clients with questions pertaining to the programs regulated by the DOH Environmental Health section. Assists with the preparation of reports, legal notices, and/or enforcement proceedings.
• Assists with mosquito spraying and/or larvaeciding during peak season when needed, which may require working late evenings or early mornings for spraying on occasion. Collects and inputs demographic data for mosquito service requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Required knowledge of State and Federal regulations pertaining to Environmental Health Programs.
• Knowledge of Chapter 381 Florida Statutes and associated regulations; Knowledge of terminology, principles of analytical techniques, physical and natural sciences.
• Ability to multitask, maintain records, organize and manage time effectively; Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical data; Ability and willingness to physically work outdoors in extreme environmental conditions; Ability to lift 30lbs.
• Skilled in problem solving, planning, writing reports and organization; Skilled in communication with co-workers and the public in a professional manner; Skilled in the use of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to perform duties such as preparing and spreadsheets.

Qualifications:

Minimum - Valid Florida Driver's License, Ability to lift up to 30 lbs, Ability to work outdoors in extreme environmental conditions

Preferred - Degree in Public Health or Natural Sciences, 1-3 years of experience inspecting and regulating public health/environmental facilities, 1-3 years of experience collecting applications and documentation from the public for permitting processes

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.

Where You Will Work:

Wakulla County Health Department - 48 Oak Street, Crawfordville, FL 32327

Work performed primarily in Wakulla County. Assigned to work in Jefferson, Madison and Taylor counties as required.

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.