ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64026922

Requisition No: 846856 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64026922

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64026922 

Salary:  $41,561.57 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 03/02/2025 

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This is an open competitive advertisement.

PLEASE NOTE: Completion of candidate work history on the State of Florida Employment Application is required in order to be considered. Submission of a resume cannot be accepted in lieu of the completed work history but can be included with your application.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an Independent and specialized Professional Environmental Public Health Position that is responsible for facility inspections in all Facility and Water Programs.  Sets goals to ensure that 100% of required inspections are completed. These duties require that a valid Florida Driver License be maintained. He/she is responsible for the integrity and confidentiality of data sets under his/her control. The incumbent in this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60L-36, F.A.C.

Water Programs: Conducts routine and follow-up inspections of assigned regulated public swimming pools. Responsible for ensuring safe drinking water from private, multifamily, and limited use public water systems in accordance with Chapter 64E-8, Florida Administrative Code. Collects water samples and monitors water quality standards for all active accounts and notifies supplier of violations. Responds to Well Surveillance re-score requests in a timely manner to ensure completion by the due date. Uses State issued Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment to obtain accurate GPS locations of potable wells and converts data to a standardized electronic format for submission to the Well Surveillance program office. Conducts required sampling of designated Healthy Beaches sites during the sampling period, currently March – October, in accordance with established protocols.

Facility Programs: Conducts routine and follow-up inspections of all assigned regulated, food hygiene, group care, mobile home and recreational vehicle parks, and biomedical waste facilities to ensure compliance with state laws and administrative codes of the Florida Department of Health (FDOH). Performs plan reviews, issues permits, issues stop sale notices, conducts complaint investigations, provides education, and documents all work as it is performed. Investigates complaints concerning assigned programs and takes appropriate action as necessary.  Assists the Epidemiological Team in the investigation of foodborne illness/outbreaks investigations as requested.  Provides written narrative and statistical reports as required.  Coordinates epidemiological investigations with supervisor as they occur. Must maintain certification as a Certified Environmental Health Professional in Food Hygiene.

Administrative: Performs administrative duties consisting of correspondence, inspection reports, and daily activity reports.  Attends educational seminars and reviews regulations, literature and other periodicals on institutional care and health education.  Responds to telephone calls, messages, incoming correspondence, and supervisory requests as required and in a timely manner.  Periodically reviews and analyzes program files to determine program requirements.  Informs immediate supervisor of any situations necessitating his assistance and direction.  Insures 100% compliance with licensing on all accounts through inspections and client contact. Initiates enforcement actions by drafting non-compliance and warning letters and assisting with other enforcement documents. Oversees record management in the Environmental Public Health Database (EHD) computer program, including annual billing of all Facility Program accounts. Uses reports generated from the EHD to prioritize required inspections.

Investigates and inspects all sites/facilities that are reported to be in violation of Florida Administrative Codes and Florida Statutes. Communicates with the public in a clear, concise, understandable, tactful, and professional manner. Provides accurate written reports as required and participates in hearings and court cases as required. Initiates enforcement actions by drafting non-compliance and warning letters and assisting with other enforcement documents. Performs other related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Incumbent will be required to stand for prolonged periods of time. He/she will be required to walk long distances, climb stairs, and kneel down to floor level. He/she must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written.

Qualifications:

Valid Florida Driver License, F.S. 381.0101, Certification in the Food Hygiene Program.

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:

Panama City, Florida 

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.

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.