ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64001431

Requisition No: 878978 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64001431

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64001431 

Salary:  36,467.60 - 46,717.58 

Posting Closing Date: 08/26/2026 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

 IN SEMINOLE COUNTY

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Class Title: Environmental Specialist II

Base Salary: $36,467.60 - $46,717.58

Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County

                 400 W. Airport Blvd

                   Sanford, FL 32773                         

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Valid Driver License is required for this position

This position requires the incumbent to be able to safely work outdoors in inclement weather and to be  able to travel in and around Seminole County up to 80% each day in a County issued vehicle

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent in this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Chapter 60K-15, Florida Administrative Code.

This is a professional position which regulates both limited use of public and private water systems, public swimming pools/spas, mobile home parks, food, group care and indoor quality using appropriate Florida statutes, Florida Administrative Codes and established policies and procedures. This position is also responsible for the State Underground Petroleum Environmental Response Act (SUPERACT) sampling and DEP water complaint investigations. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating all aspects of permitting and the inspectional activities relating to all assigned facilities.

Reviews water system construction application forms, annual operating permit forms, well completion reports and water test result forms. Conducts final inspections of new water systems and sanitary surveys of existing systems. Collects, processes and reviews water sample and test results for State Petroleum Environmental Response Act, interagency agreement and other requirements and programs relating to the water program.

Perform duties withing the well construction program to perform well water sampling and monitor well contractor compliance by conducting inspections of well construction of potable and non-potable wells.

 Maintain lists pertaining to water systems, SUPERACT sites, and DEP public water complaints. Updates program policy and procedure manuals as required. Coordinates all aspects of the mobile home park program and assigned public swimming pool, food & group care facilities to ensure compliance with statutes and codes. Is the point of contact for IAQ complaints to provide info and referrals as appropriate. Prepares daily activity reports, daily work plans, time sheets, vehicle mileage reports, maintain a daily log book and other reports as required by the supervisor.

Perfom all other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural science; data collection and analysis principles and procedures. Ability to: collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data; prepare technical reports; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental health programs; understand and follow legislative policy direction as established in Florida Statutes; deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner;  work independently; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; communicate effectively;  establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; utilize problem-solving techniques; use personal computers 

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Do you have a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry or in the natural sciences?

This position requires you to lift 50 pounds. Are you physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the positions?

This position requires you to bend, lift and stoop to obtain soil samples to include digging. Are you physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position?

Preferred –

Do you have verifiable experience conducting pool, food safety, bar, and sanitary nuisance inspections?

Do you have verifiable experience conducting food or group care inspections?

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:

130 San Carlos Ave.

Sanford, Florida 32771

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.    

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.