OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64906221

Requisition No: 843562 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64906221

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64906221 

Salary:  $27.86 PER HOUR 

Posting Closing Date: 01/12/2025 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH BROWARD COUNTY

OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III – 64906221

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) positions and as such no paid time off is offered. Health benefits will be offered for full-time employment.  OPS employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan.

We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency.  Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.

When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

This is an independent professional position specializing in the permitting, compliance, and enforcement of rules and regulations of public swimming pools and public bathing places regulated under Chapter 64E-9 of the Florida Administrative Code (FAC). Duties require a thorough understanding of rules, laws, and techniques pertinent to water pollution, water treatment, and other related environmental concerns. The incumbent serves as contact person for permitting, compliance, and enforcement issues related to the public swimming pools. Works independently by inspecting public swimming pools and reviewing construction plans submitted by consultants. This position also enters public swimming pool data into the DOH Environmental Health Database. The incumbent prepares written reports related to public swimming pools. Work is conducted under the general direction of an Environmental Administrator. Backup duties for other environmental programs will be provided as needed.

Inspects public swimming pools and bathing places regulated by the Department of Health to assure compliance with 64 E-9, FAC to assure compliance with state water quality, safety, and operating standards to protect the public health. Activities include permitting, field chemical testing, inspecting water treatment components (pumps, filters, chemical feeders, flow rates, etc.), complaint investigation, consultation, and enforcement.

Completes plan reviews for all proposed new and modified public swimming, spa, wading, water recreation attraction and specialized pools, and bathing places.

Conducts initial inspections of all new and modified public pools and bathing places.

Provides technical consultation to public pool program inspection staff, managers, engineers and contractors.

Issues initial operating permits and any changes resulting from modifications or new approved building department public swimming pools. All entries are made into the DOH Environmental Health Database.

Maintains master files for each proposed or approved public pool located within Broward County. These files contain one set of approved plans and documents, construction approval notification letters, initial operating permits, and approved plans/documents for all revisions and modifications.

Delivers public education programs to interested citizens on public pool health and safety concerns.

Attends meetings and participates of in-service training programs and continued education offerings related to the above.

Provides backup duties for other programs as needed and completes other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the Florida Department of Health Environmental Health Division inspection process.
• Knowledge of Chapter 386 and Chapter 516 Florida Statutes (FS).
• Knowledge of Florida Building Code (FBC) as it relates to public swimming pools and public bathing places.
• Knowledge of Chapter 64E-9 and 64E-10 Florida Administrative Code (FAC).
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
• Skills in interpreting, reviewing, and providing feedback on technical engineering plans.
• Skills in utilizing engineering tools in the field.
• Skills in conducting regulatory investigations in the field and arriving at conclusions through application of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze, and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to environmental programs.
• Ability to understand and follow legislative policy direction as established in Florida Statutes.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner at all times.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work outside in the elements for extended periods of time.
• Ability to participate in state-wide conference calls, video conferences, and workshops related to area of assignment.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Skills in effective communication, verbal and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to use personal computers, tablets, smart phones, and wireless network connectivity devices.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
2. Bachelor’s degree from accredited four (4) year college or university with a degree in engineering or in environmental science, environmental health, public health or a physical biological science.
3. Previous experience conducting inspections of public swimming pool facilities.
4. Previous experience in interpretation of rules/regulations.
5. A valid driver's license, free of major infractions and access to an automobile to be utilized for work purposes and receive reimbursement for mileage.

 PRFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1.  Experience reviewing and interpreting technical engineering and construction plans.

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:

BROWARD COUNTY

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.