ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64028716

Requisition No: 856918 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64028716

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64028716 

Salary:  $1,955.36 - $1,985.95 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 08/07/2025 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN ORANGE COUNTY
JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCMENT
INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY – The only applicants accepted are Department of Health employees; (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants outside of the department will not be accepted

Class Title: Environmental Specialist III
Position Number: 64028716
Salary: $1,955.36 - $1,985.95 Biweekly
Program: Environmental Health
Location: 1001 Executive Center Drive, Suite 200; Orlando, FL 32803  

**DOH – Orange is a tobacco free agency.
 
**This advertisement may be used to fill future vacancies as they become available.
 
**NOTE: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. **

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Current DOH employee.
•    At least 1 year of verifiable Environmental Public Health experience at a State of Florida agency.
•    Emergency Duty

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position coordinates the residential and commercial plan review process for permits located in Orange County and /or establishments regulated by this agency. Maintains a working knowledge of the applicable codes and regulations for all Environmental Public Health programs. Review of plans includes verification of approved wastewater and drinking water as well as ensuring that any applications for Mobile Home Park, Biomedical Waste, Food, Group Care, Tanning, Body Piercing or Tattoo facilities meet all required Health construction standards. This position will ensure that Orange County building plans are processed promptly and will work with the building department to address concerns or delays
Complete and return all paperwork pertaining to job duties legibly and in proper order. This would also include timely submittal of timesheets, mileage, and EARS.
Performs all other duties as required.
Maintains confidentiality and security of records as specified by department regulations and laws. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:

•    Ability to review County residential and commercial building plan applications. 
•    Ability to recognize proper wastewater and drinking water needs per code.
•    Ability to identify other facilities regulated by the Florida Department of Health and ensure these meet statutory requirements for construction.
•    Able to meet the timeframes established by the County for plan review completion.
•    Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.
•    Ability to follow instructions.
•    Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities.
•    Knowledge of information security requirements.
•    Ability to perform other duties as required.

                  
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:
Program: Environmental Health
Location: 1001 Executive Center Drive, Suite 200; Orlando, FL 32803  
 
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) 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.