ENGINEERING SPECIALIST II - 64027591

Requisition No: 854042 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENGINEERING SPECIALIST II - 64027591

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64027591 

Salary:  $47,000.00-$51,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 07/08/2025 

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Job posting category – Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an Engineering position which requires some level of environmental engineering skills. The incumbent is responsible for the implementing compliance enforcement strategy as established by the Drinking Water Program Administrator. It requires decisions and detailed knowledge of engineering, particularly permitting potable water treatment techniques, sampling, and laboratory analysis, as well as thorough understanding of Florida Law and Department rules pertaining to the Florida Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) including but not limited to Chapter 62-550, 62-555, 62-560 and 62-699 F.A.C. Specific duties and responsibilities are as follows:

Assists the Professional Engineer with the review, compliance and monitoring of the Lead and Copper Rule. All community water systems (CWSs) and non-transient, non-community water systems (NTNCWSs) are subject to the Lead and Copper Rule requirements. Provide direct monitoring of public water systems in the county for compliance with State and Federal regulations, including Ground Water Rule, Stage 2 Disinfection Byproducts, Revised Total Coliform Rule and Group 4 Unregulated Contaminants.

Provide direct assistance to the Engineer Supervisor on several aspects of the program and can act as his backup when delegated or in the absence of the supervisor. As an Engineer can process general permit applications for public drinking water systems as required by the Safe Drinking Water Act. Examines engineering drawings and reviews them for proper engineering aspects.  Reviews and examines drawings for size, sequence of treatment processes and evaluation or treatment application of water involved to make it potable and ensures proposal meets all drinking water standards set forth in applicable state rules, county ordinances and resolutions.  Evaluates water analysis with respect to regulations for chemical analysis and contents to meet requirements for portability. Initiates and participates in legal actions to obtain compliance when violations are not corrected or when conditions require immediate closing of facilities to protect the health, safety and welfare of the patrons. Conduct on-site complaint investigations, preparation of enforcement letters and monitoring reminders.

Develops and maintains a GIS database for the drinking water program for use of the GIS equipment for creation of Maps and reports.  Functions as Project Manager, planning, scheduling, and sampling of areas with contaminants. Prepares reports of assigned Projects under management for presentation to Supervisors, affected groups and public.  Interacts with other State and Local agencies on different issues regarding the drinking water quality.  Also interacts with the areas where contaminants are found. 

Assists the Professional Engineer in the review of 4-log virus removal applications and other plan reviews for specific permits, inspections, sanitary surveys and sampling as required. Prepares documentation and application for grants and research opportunities that would enhance the services provided by the program

Participates in the execution of the overall department’s strategic plan, and in particular, the strategic plan for Environmental Health.   This includes, but is not limited to client satisfaction, data collection and analysis, seminar and training attendance, process management, employee satisfaction, emergency situations etc.

Have working knowledge of the FDEP/DOH Interagency Agreement, FDEP Drinking Water Rules, having read and being familiar with and use as guide regarding sampling frequencies, etc.  Chapter 62-550, 62-555 F.A.C. and other related publications.

Attends meetings with the Local Government and Public Water Systems regarding the contamination and remediation of sites that directly affect the Public Water Systems or major modifications that impact the quality of the water produced by Public Water Systems. Attends Meetings, Teleconferences as required by Supervisor in conjunction with DEP program for PWS, SUPERACT, TOXICS, and LIMITED USE.

Performs all other duties as assigned. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic principles of environmental health or one of the natural or physical science, like biology, environmental studies, chemistry, including knowledge of scientific terminology and technology.
• Skill in methods of data collection including the ability to collect, record, and analyze technical data relating to environmental health.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policy and procedure related to environmental health, including enforcing regulation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community leaders and others in a stressful environment while providing total quality environmental health services.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing plus the ability to read and interpret written materials.
• Have working knowledge of the FDEP/DOH Interagency Agreement, FDEP Drinking Water Rules, having read and being familiar with and use as guide about sampling frequencies, etc.  Chapter 62-550, 62-555 F.A.C. and other related publications.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science from an accredited college or university valid driver's license, reliable automobile to conduct work related activities.

Where You Will Work:

1725 NW 167 Street Miami Gardens, FL 33056.

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.

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.