OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64917674

Requisition No: 842847 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64917674

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64917674 

Salary:  $22.94 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 12/27/2024 

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OPS Environmental Specialist II – field inspector
 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a highly specialized, independent, professional position that will require advanced knowledge in the management, inspection, and experience in environmental regulation of petroleum storage tank facilities within a regional area.  This position independently conducts an environmental program within Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes, Washington, and Bay counties that will include the preparation of reports from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Florida Inspection Report Storage Tank (FIRST) System.  Travel may be required.

Inspects petroleum storage tank facilities for compliance with corresponding rules and regulations.  Preparation of letters of noncompliance related to the enforcement of Chapter 62-761 and Chapter 62-762 of the Florida Administrative Code (FAC) to ensure compliance with Florida’s petroleum storage tank rules and current FDEP contract requirements.

Coordinates petroleum storage tank program activities within an assigned district with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, and the United States Environmental Protection Agency and other groups when necessary.

Coordinates inspections with Certified Pollutant Storage System Contractors and facility owners to ensure proper construction of new and upgraded storage tanks and abandonments of storage tanks at regulated facilities.

Provides technical assistance to owners and operators of petroleum storage tank facilities, consultants, regulators, and the general public.

Provides reports as required by the current FDEP contract and as delegated by the Florida Department of Health – Escambia (FDOH-Escambia) Environmental Public Health Manager and Supervisor.

Performs related work as required.  Other duties as assigned by supervisor.  This position may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.  Emergency duty required of this position includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. This position must be willing to work outside during extreme weather conditions (heat and cold). Employee may be required to use a State-owned vehicle or personal vehicle.  This position must be willing to travel through our region of responsibility.



Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (FDEP) Storage Tank Program. Knowledge of Chapter 62-761 and Chapter 62-762, F.A.C. Skilled in use of Microsoft Office Suite computer programs. Ability to utilize FDEP’s Florida Inspection Report Storage Tanks (FIRST) application. Ability to use FDEP’s issued Toughbook. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of professionals and coworkers. Ability to understand and apply appropriate rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks in a team environment to meet strict deadlines and time demands. Ability to attend statewide meetings and training sessions. Ability to identify and resolve problems.

Qualifications:

Minimum – Degree from an accredited college or university with a major on one of the physical or natural science or engineering. Valid drivers license.

Preferred – Customer service experience.

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:
1300 West Gregory Street
Pensacola FL, 32502

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.

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.