ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64054454

Requisition No: 868528 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64054454

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64054454 

Salary:  $47,326.50 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 01/27/2026 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II 

Internal job opening

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and participates in the Well Surveillance Program that includes the State Underground Petroleum Environmental Response Act (SUPER Act), the Drinking Water Toxics Program (Toxics), and the Drycleaner Solvent Cleanup Program (DSCP) throughout Pinellas County.  Identifies and locates all potable drinking water wells that are surveyed for contamination using a GPS data collection device and mapping interpretations. Demonstrates technical knowledge of sampling type determination and field sampling of wells. Properly collects, documents, labels, transports, packages and ships water samples for laboratory analysis following sampling and survey techniques and procedures set forth by the state program office. Completes and submits well surveys and sampling reports requested by the state program office within the given time frames.
• Compose maps and well survey coversheets for electronic local facility files and submit an electronic copy to the program office by required due date. Compose cover letter for sample results and mail along with results to property owners/affected parties within two weeks of receipt of the sample results and keep electronic local facility file.
• Produces written work of professional quality using correct spelling and grammar and being complete in its content. Submits work to supervisor and/or state program office by assigned due date/ established time frames.
• Maintains an adequate supply of program equipment to complete required job tasks and ensures that equipment is in good working order. Returns calls/email correspondence and handles questions from internal and external customers within 24-48 hours. Demonstrates effective knowledge of appropriate statutes, regulations, policies, and program requirements. Conducts self in accordance with the agency’s customer service policy.
• Prepare work assignments, reviews paperwork for corrections and completeness before final submittal. Train new hires in WSP work as needed. Performs quality assurance ride-along with staff as required.
• Integrates field and laboratory data into thematic GIS databases. Ensures that emergency and/or high-profile requests from Tallahassee are given a priority status. Consults with local well permitting authority and SWFMD to obtain information regarding permits for new wells within Pinellas County.
• Prepares weekly program statistics for division management by required timeframe.  Maintains all tracking spreadsheets (ship date, lab date, etc.) to assist program manager in budgetary section of program. Completes quarterly reimbursement report and submits to supervisor prior to state program office due date. Assists supervisor and program manager in Well Surveillance Program Audits.
• Maintains all required FDOH certification(s) by completing twenty-four hours of approved training within the required timeframe. Acquires training hours in accordance with the FDOH-Pinellas Training Policy (these trainings may include, but are not limited to, the approved CEU courses. Accurately tracks, records, and reports time and attendance in accordance with FDOH-Pinellas / Division policies and procedures.
• Limited Use Water Systems Program: Conducts inspections, issues annual operating permits, collects bacteriological and chemical samples, and ensures these systems are in compliance with Florida Administrative Code 64E-8. Provides assistance to Consecutive Public Water Systems, such as but not limited to, licensed mobile home parks, recreational vehicle parks, hotels, condos, and apartment complexes as it relates to water disruptions, best management practices, boil water notifications and clearances. Works with community partners (county emergency management, local hospitals and public schools, as it relates to the permitting and running of emergency drinking water wells. Assists in coordinating potable and ice water sampling, drop-off and results dissemination. Assists in the completion of the limited-use program audit (onsite, self-audit, and mock-audits).
• Public Swimming Pool & Bathing Places Program:  Assists the Public Swimming Pool & Bathing Places Program “County Engineering Staff” with ensuring that proposed, newly built, modified/remodeled, resurfaced, and/or illegally modified/resurfaced public bathing places licensed under the authority of Florida Statute 513 comply with Florida Administrative Code 64E-9 and Florida Building Code 454.1.
• Assists in the review and performance of inspections to assure statutory code compliance including but not limited to (1) the inspection of new bathing places for initail permiting, (2) the inspections of existing public bathing places when modified, (3) the inspection of existing public bathing places after resurfacing or re-decking. Assits in tracking and monitoring of submissions to adhere to agency and divison deadlines. Assists in the issuance of initial operating permits to those public bathing places meeting the code requirements and denies permits for those not meeting code requirements. Attends monthly State Program Office “Swimming Pools” meeting to review construction, safety and code inquiries/determinations. Attend variance board meetings to assist County Engineering Staff with questions related to Pinellas County pools on the docket. Assists Engineering Staff/ESIII with variance process, conducting/providing inspection documentation for “Part II” of DH 4080, assisting with completion of monitoring, collection, and submittal of documents to the variance board for placement on the docket. Assists with granted variance requirements are completed by required timeframes and facilities operate under variance conditions by completing onsite inspections, file review, maintenance and ensures variance conditions are recorded in Environmental Public Health Database. Assists with the renewal of exempt pools under Florida Statute 513 by granting reissuance and/or denial of “County” pool permits after reviewing submitted documents and researching property use. Assist with regulatory compliance of unpermitted public bathing places throughout the county. Assist with tracking and monitoring the installation and testing of anti-entrapment devices. Drafts appropriate correspondence and documentation for compliance, enforcement, and closures. Accurately documents all reports and assists in compiling evidence for administrative hearings and court trials, gives expert testimony during these proceedings when required. Assist in training newly hired staff in public bathing place operations and proper inspection procedures for standardization. Assist with providing technical assistance and guidance to inspectors by way of file review, onsite inspection and assistance with drafting communications.
• Healthy Beaches Program: Assists Healthy Beaches (HB) Program Coordinator with the completion of Coastal Beach Monitoring (CBM) and Environmental Health Healthy Beaches Monitoring (EHHBM) in accordance with EPA and FDOH operating procedures, such as but not limited to EH Manual 150-4. Collects biweekly and/or weekly samples, compiles sampling data and results for timely updating of the state beach water quality website. Collects resamples/confirmation samples and posts advisory signs as required. Notifies DOH Public Affairs of advisories and warnings to be disseminated to the public. Ensures beach advisories are posted when necessary. Assists with research projects involving beach water quality. Works with community partners (DEP, Pinellas County and 24 municipalities) as it relates to sanitary sewer overflows and its effects to the HB. Assists in the completion of the Healthy Beaches program audit (onsite, self-audit, and mock-audits). Monitors state warning point for sanitary sewer overflows, as it relates to division water programs and corresponds with PIO, county, city or state officials involved.

Additional Duties:

• Performs site inspections and re-inspections, investigates complaints and sanitary nuisances, and prepares inspection reports accurately and within established timeframes for regulated food service establishments, public swimming pools and spas, mobile home and recreational vehicle parks/camps, adult living facilities, residential facilities, public and private schools, tanning facilities, to ensure compliance with the regulations of the Florida Statues, Florida Administrative Codes, County Ordinances and in accordance with Environmental Health Manual 150-4.
• Ensures that electronic records for complaint investigations are accurately maintained by entering findings, dates of investigations, follow up results, and final disposition into the Environmental Health Database and complaint tracking log in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Performs field investigations compiling pertinent data on suspected and confirmed food/waterborne illnesses; collects environmental samples for laboratory examinations and interprets test results. Condemns contaminated food products when necessary; assists with the removal from sale consumer products recalled by Federal and State agencies, and local law enforcement groups. Inspects and licenses temporary food service events. Meets with owners, managers, operators and service companies to review operational requirements and to provide technical assistance. Reviews permit applications for compliance with permit conditions.
• Assists and advises individuals and organizations on the sanitation, safety and hygienic aspects of environmental health programs. Performs site inspections and prepares inspection reports of public buildings; performs neighborhood surveys. Conducts field investigations in special rabies cases when requested by the primary contractor; assists with rabies baiting. Participate in other environmental/public health programs when needed; to include but not limited to Nursing Homes, Child Care, Healthy Beaches, Summer Feeding and Well Surveillance.
• Maintains all required FDOH certification(s) by completing twenty-four hours of approved training within the required timeframe. Obtains and maintains Certified Pool Operator Certification. Acquires training hours in accordance with the FDOH-Pinellas Training Policy (these trainings may include, but are not limited to, the approved CEU courses.
• Accurately tracks, records, and reports time and attendance in accordance with FDOH-Pinellas I Division policies and procedures.
• Drafts appropriate correspondence and documentation for compliance, enforcement and closures. Accurately documents all reports and assists in compiling evidence for administrative hearings and court trials; gives expert testimony during these proceedings when required. Gives public health presentations related to environmental health programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to utilize equipment required for the position duties.
• Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data.
• Ability to prepare technical reports.
• Ability to use personal computers.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, polices and procedures relating to environmental health 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.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
• Ability to perform frequent “bend, squat and/or lift activities” to include lifting field computers, printer, and test kits.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciences with no less than 30 semester hours or 40 quarter hours of major course work in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Public Health, or Physical or Biological Science per Chapter 381 F.S. College or University transcripts must be submitted with application. Applications without transcripts will be deemed incomplete. 
• Certified Environmental Health Professional (CEHP) in Food Safety and Sanitation or Registered Sanitarian (RS).
• One year of experience in customer service, public health and environmental health,
• One year of experience in outdoor field work or volunteer experience in all weather conditions
• Valid driver's license.
• Access to a private automobile is required for work related activities, when State vehicles are under repair. Incumbent will be reimbursed for travel to the extent provided by rules and regulations.

Desired Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience working in a Drinking Water Program, Limited Use Drinking Water Program and/or Well Surveillance Program.
• At least one year of experience work in the Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems Program.
• Technical knowledge of drinking water, chemical and biological contaminants, health effects, public notification and forms of treatment.
• Knowledge of well construction and the completion of well surveys for Limited Use and Well Surveillance Programs.

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:

Mid-county center: 8751 Ulmerton Rd, Largo FL 33771

OR

Tarpon Springs Center: 301 South Disston Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

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.