OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64964571

Requisition No: 843622 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64964571

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64964571 

Salary:  $21 to $25/hour 

Posting Closing Date: 01/02/2025 

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

Job posting category (Open Competitive)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

 This position serves as an OPS Environmental Specialist I and works under the general supervision of the Environmental Health Program Consultant, position #64031307, Florida Department of Health in Volusia County, and provides professional support and technical assistance to staff, community agencies, and the general public. The incumbent serves in the Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS) program. This position is assigned to the Orange City Environmental Public Health office. This position is responsible for:

OSTDS Inspections

Performs inspections and site evaluations in the OSTDS program.  Also inspects septage pumping trucks, aerobic treatment units, and industrial manufacturing zone establishments. Conducts sanitary nuisance complaint investigations. Assists with permit application processing and review, record filing and archiving.

Assists with data entry for sampling reports.

General Duties

Participates in departmental quality improvement and health equity efforts. Attends meetings and agency team projects as assigned. Assists with permit application processing and review, record filing, and archiving. Assist within other ENvironmental Public Health programs, as assigned. Assists with data entry of sampling reports.

Emergency Response

Responds to terrorism or natural disaster events and public health emergencies as assigned. Assists with the investigation and evaluation of suspected water-borne illness complaints/outbreaks. May work in disaster shelters during emergencies, as assigned.  Performs other duties, as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowdledge of data collection,  analysis principles and procedures,  laws, rules, and procedures associated with environmental public health. Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication.

Skilled in operating common environmental health field testing equipment and acilliary inspection equipment such as computers.

Ability to effectively communicate with staff, customers, contractors, other agencies and the public.

Qualifications:

Minimum -

Must have knowledge of data collection,  analysis principles and procedures,  laws, rules, and procedures associated with environmental public health. Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication.

Must be skilled in operating common environmental health field testing equipment and acilliary inspection equipment such as computers.

Must have ability to effectively communicate with staff, customers, contractors, other agencies and the public.

Must have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciences or public health

Must be able to work in extreme heat, humidity and other inclement weather elements

Must be willing to drive your personal vehicle to conduct inspections

Preferred -

Knowledge of OSTDS program operating procedures. 

Skilled in performing quality septic inspections.

Ability to operate electronic field sampling /testing/collection equipment and associated computers and software.

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:

Florida Department of Health - 775 Harley Strickland Blvd, Orange City, Florida 32763

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• 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.