ENVIRONMENTAL HLTH PRGRAM CONSULTANT-SES - 64026695

Requisition No: 857927 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL HLTH PRGRAM CONSULTANT-SES - 64026695

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 64026695 

Salary:  $57,666.52 

Posting Closing Date: 08/19/2025 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is work administering Florida's statewide Agreement State program with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The Incumbent exercises independent judgment in formulating policies; and procedures, which have significant impact in public health.

Coordinates all Agreement State program changes, maintaining program compatibility with the NRC. Proposes changes in program activities after coordination with other state and federal radiation control programs. Prepares proposed legislation and rule changes.

Serves as a member on interagency, joint agency, or interdepartmental groups and committees as directed by the Bureau Chief. Serves on NRC working groups and takes part in monthly Organization of Agreement States and NRC meetings.

Incumbent 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 the incumbent 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 is in compliance with and monitors compliance (when applicable) of the mandatory requirements in Section 215.422 and 112.061, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 69I-24.001, Florida Administrative Code. Assigned purchasing card responsibilities.

Available on a 24 hour a day basis for response to radiation emergencies. Performs duties as a member of the State Radiation Emergency Response Team.  Must be able to lift 60 pounds of equipment. Must have a valid Florida Driver's License.

The incumbent is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of chapter 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code.

Must receive a minimum score of 70% on each written exam of the required core training modules and must attend all required core training courses designated in the training and qualification procedures.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge: Terminology, principles, chart of the nuclides, techniques of ionizing radiation physics, ionizing radiation detection instrumentation and radiation regulations; mathematical principles involving determining radioactive decay, ionizing radiation dose and dose rates. Ability: Train other employees; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to ionizing radiation detection, measurement, evaluation and control; manage radioactive material investigations; mathematically determine radioactive decay, ionizing radiation dose and dose rates; respond to radiological emergencies. Skill: Perform radiological surveys to detect ionizing radiation.

Qualifications:

Minimum - Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience in the area of chemistry, physics, health physicist (radiation related) or nuclear medicine technology (or similar work experience).

Travel Time 1-25%

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:

4052 Bald Cypress Way, Building 4042, Tallahassee, FL  32399

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.

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.