ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64027861

Requisition No: 850184 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64027861

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64027861 

Salary:  $49,189.63 

Posting Closing Date: 04/10/2025 

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Open Competitive Opportunity 

Specific Responsibilities:

This is an Environmental Specialist III position in the County’s ambient air monitoring network which includes sites that are part of the national and state monitoring networks. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Air Programs’ Environmental Manager – SES. This position requires independent judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various job functions.

This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain confidential information in accordance with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department (CHD) Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures. Has access to Health Management System (HMS) for Daily Activity Report (DAR) entry only.  May view, update and release information as needed.

Operates and maintenance of the County’s ambient air monitoring network; ensures operations are carried out in accordance with standard operating procedures and criteria established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Conducts quality control in the collection of data; develops and maintains a spare parts inventory for minor repairs and maintenance; schedules periodic servicing of equipment; maintains the computerized data management system; coordinates the collection, reduction and compilation of air monitoring data; ensures that data meets the capture efficiency and accuracy/precision requirements of the Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County, DEP and EPA.

Performs calibrations and performance checks on air monitoring instruments and support equipment in accordance with the Quality Assurance plan to ensure that the data collected is legally defensible.  Conducts routine data collection and handling operations. Performs routine maintenance on air monitoring instruments, and support equipment calibration and data management system, and makes repairs utilizing manufacturers’ trouble shooting manuals and special diagnostic equipment and procedures.

Perform data review of work on the primary data acquisition system after the activities are conducted at the field site.  The data review encompasses data from any site in the Health Department network.  Conduct data reviews in a timely manner to meet prescribed deadlines specified in the data reporting Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) or as directed by his/her supervisor.  Report deviations from prescribed activities or observations as soon as possible. 

Install, configure and maintain air monitoring equipment to communicate with each other and with the central data collection server.  Trouble shoot network communications between equipment.  Assist other air monitoring personnel in configuring the air monitoring network systems.  Assists with computer and network support for the ambient air monitoring sites to include but not limited to data equipment installation and relocation.

Evaluates new equipment, techniques and procedures, and recommends changes to be implemented.  Assist in the development of new SOP for DEP Primary Quality Assurance Organization (PQAO); participate in SOP work groups to revising current Florida SOPs.

Attends designated workshops and meeting given by the EPA, DEP and other agencies to represent the Health Department air program. Assists in the dissemination of air monitoring from the air monitoring sites in the program operations and procedures. Assists in the establishment of new monitoring sites following EPA/DEP sitting criteria.

Participate in standard activities; Outreach, Suggestions, and/or Teamwork.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

• Knowledge of terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
• Ability to operate and maintain scientific instruments utilized for monitoring environmental parameters.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures for an environmental program.
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and software applications (For example, Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing concise and effective reports.
• General knowledge of the regulatory requirements of the air monitoring program and related air program outreach activities.
• Ability to conduct and/or participate in routine maintenance of air monitoring equipment Skill to develop strategies.

Qualifications:

Licensure/registration/certification requirements:

• Standards Certification which includes minimum standards of education, training or experience per Chapter 381 F.S.

Other job-related requirements for this position:

• 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 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.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Steel toe safety boots required for this position. 
• Must be able to lift up to fifty pounds (50 lbs) and carry 15 ft or more for transporting equipment and supplies to our sites.

Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00am to 5:00pm (B) Total hours in workweek 40.0

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:

800 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach,FL  33401

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.