OPS ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - 64964526

Requisition No: 841601 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - 64964526

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64964526 

Salary:  $17-$18/hour 

Posting Closing Date: 01/02/2025 

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Job posting category (Open Competitive)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position serves under the general supervision of the OSTDS Environmental Health Program Consultant, position #64031307 and is responsible for, but not limited to inspections in DOH regulated facilities, complaint investigations, data entry and other activities not requiring professional certification assigned to this position.

The incumbent serves in all environmental health program teams, as needed. Tasks include assisting program staff with routine data entry, performing standard, routine bookkeeping functions, which may involve assisting with permit application processing, record filing and archiving, conducting non-certified inspections across environmental health programs, among others.

Performs other duties as assigned. Assists with management of other environmental health programs during times of absences. Duties may be required on weekends, holidays or after normal work hours.

Position may require travel to multiple CHDs and various other sites.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knodwledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.

Ability to organize and complete tasks associated with multiple work projects running concurrently.

Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Qualifications:

Minimum -

Must have knodwledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.

Must have ability to organize and complete tasks associated with multiple work projects running concurrently.

Must have skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Must be willing to work outdoors in inclement weather, in heat or cold, for extended periods

Must be willing to drive your personal vehicle to conduct field inspections

Preferred -

Ability to work independently.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to environmantal health 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:

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

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.