ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64001029

Requisition No: 858665 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64001029

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64001029 

Salary:  $45,000.00 - $48,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 08/20/2025 

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Internal Agency Job Opportunity

Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). 

Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

Come Join DOH-Team Duval!  If you are looking to establish an exciting and successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an independent professional position that functions with a limited supervision and exercises an independent judgment while performing activities under several environmental health programs and is under the direct supervision of Environmental Manager-SES. This position is responsible and accountable for providing Oversight of Water Section Programs, such as but not limited to Pool Inspections, Limited Use Water inspections, Well Surveillance, Healthy Beaches, Mobile Home/Recreational Vehicle Parks, Sanitary Nuisance Complaints, Rabies Prevention and other special assignments as needed. This position functions as a specialized and consultative professional position performing work independently within a participative management structure for a general Environmental Health Program. Field work of highly technical nature is performed and accomplished independently with limited supervision by the immediate supervisor. While this is not a supervisory position, the incumbent provides technical assistance and guidance to EH staff in a peer review fashion.

Provides guidance and oversight of the Limited Use Water and SUPER Act Programs, ensuring that inspections are conducted properly, samples are collected in on time, and that program requirements are met. Assists in reviewing applications for Public Supply Wells and Limited Use Systems. Conducts site inspections of Limited Use PWS, and if applicable, Mobile Home/RV Parks to determine their compliance with applicable rules and regulations while following programmatic policies and procedures. In addition, completes investigations related to alleged violations of rules or regulations associated with these facilities. Coordinates activities to ensure meeting FDOH required quota for inspection rates. Issues orders for corrective actions when necessary and conducts follow-up inspections as warranted. Advises and assists Limited Use PWS owners/operators on matters related to their systems. Reviews and evaluates permit applications and associated documents for the issuance or denial of these applications in accordance with programmatic policies and procedures and applicable Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Codes. Initiates and coordinates enforcement actions with the Divisional Enforcement Officer. Coordinates and consults with other State, County, and local officials as needed.

Provides guidance and oversight of Public Swimming Pools, Spas and Public Bathing Places, including qualitative field chemical analyses, to determine their compliance with applicable rules and regulations while following programmatic policies and procedures. In addition, completes investigations related to alleged violations of rules or regulations associated with swimming pools/spas and bathing places. Coordinates activities to ensure meeting FDOH required quota for inspection rates. Issues orders for corrective actions when necessary and conducts follow-up inspections as warranted to determine if they have come into compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Provides technical guidance to pool operators, pool building contractors and design engineers as needed. Reviews and evaluates permit applications and associated documents for the issuance or denial of these applications in accordance with programmatic policies and procedures and applicable rules and regulations. Initiates and coordinates enforcement actions with the Divisional Enforcement Officer. Coordinates and consults with other State, County, and local officials as needed.

Conducts routine inspections of other regulated entities such as Cemeteries, Beach Sampling, Mobile Home Parks/RV Parks/Recreational Parks. Advises owner/operator on corrective procedures for violations that jeopardize the health/safety of clients, residents, or tenants. Recommends approval or denial of annual State Operating Permits based on mandated inspection results.

Works with the Environmental Manger on projects as directed. Participates in ad-hoc team, special project team, and program team meetings as required. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Environmental Health Database (EHD & EHDMA), HMS, On-line request forms and documentation. Knowledge of basic scientific terminology and sampling procedures. Strong technical data review skills. Strong public relation and leadership skills. Ability to determine priorities. Ability to handle stressful situations. Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to effectively communicate and maintain good working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

  Minimum:

• Must have a Swimming Pool Certification.
• Must have HAZWOPER Certification. 
• Must be a Certified Environmental Health Professional as required per s. 381.0101
• Must have a valid current Florida Driver’s License is required. 
• Bachelor of science with a degree in natural, physical, environmental or life science is required with at least 30 semester hours or 40 quarter hours in the sciences.

   Preferred:  

• OSTDS and/or Food Hygiene Certification is desired but not required to perform activities assigned to this position. 

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 in Duval County

921 N. Davis Street, Building B

Jacksonville, Florida 32209

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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.