ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64028597

Requisition No: 865259 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64028597

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64028597 

Salary:  $42,000-$48,000 

Posting Closing Date: 12/03/2025 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position, an employee of the Nassau County Health Department (NCHD), works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts. The employee is expected to promote innovation by searching for creative solutions and managing resources wisely. They are expected to collaborate through teamwork to achieve common goals and solve problems. The employee is expected to be accountable and perform with integrity and respect. They are expected to be responsive by serving our customers and engaging our partners. Finally, the employee is expected to perform with excellence by promoting quality outcomes through learning and continuous performance.

• This position provides field support in the Environmental Health Department for Baker and Nassau County. The person filling this position is expected to acquire knowledge with all facets of the Environmental Health programs. They must have a working knowledge of Florida Statutes and Florida Admin. Codes.

• Works in the Food Hygiene program which involves reviewing applications and conducting food inspections for food service establishments by s. 381.0072, Florida Statute to help ensure their products are not a source of foodborne illness.

• Works in the onsite sewage disposal program (OSTDS) and reviews applications for individual lots to determine soil characteristics and water table elevations.  Determines topographical conditions by establishing benchmarks using calibrated instrumentation. Classifies soil types, establishes ground water table elevations and makes decisions on the possibility of using an OSTDS.  Reviews setback requirements to surface water, wells, property lines and other obstructions.  Issues recommendations for the location, construction and maintenance of an OSTDS. Conducts construction inspections, final inspections, re-inspections, existing inspections and repair inspections. Reviews and approves the design of OSTDS for residential systems based on gallons per day of sewage flow. Approves and issues permits for individual OSTDS.

• Maintains the Environmental Health Database (EHD) and is responsible for the programmatic files associated with the department. Prepares Facility Program reports for the State Health Office. Enters all inspections into EHD within 72 hours of receipt from staff.  Communicates with the Environmental Administrator of the implementation and status of EHD.  The incumbent will be responsible for the issuance of EH permits as well as data entry in the Environmental Health Programs.

• Investigates complaints in any of the Environmental Health Programs as assigned affecting public health.  Assists in resolution of environmental issues. Drafts proposed agency actions, prepares preliminary enforcement actions for non-compliance by issuance of Notice of Violation and Notice of Intended Administrative Actions. Issues citations as directed per applicable statutes codes.

• Greets and assists internal and external customers, answers the phone, screen calls, takes messages, receives information about programs such as animal bites, complaints, OSTDS, and in general performs work assigned in a courteous and respectful manner that presents a positive public image for Nassau and Baker County.  As well as daily submission of DARS, biweekly submission of leave and attendance, monthly submission of mileage reimbursement, daily vehicle log, record maintenance, attending conferences and meetings necessary to carry out related duties and responsibilities.
• Investigates Rabies exposure cases in cooperation with the Nassau County Animal Control and the Rabies Prevention and Control in Florida guidebook.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to pay strict attention to detail and to perform thorough investigations and inspections in a timely manner.
• Ability to operate a vehicle
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients, co-workers, and other professionals
• Ability to use tools related to the field (laser transit, probe, auger, lid lifting devices, tripod, GPS/GSI equipment).
• Ability to work effectively with a team.
• Knowledge of Florida Statutes and Florida Administration Codes
• Knowledge of all facets of the Environmental Health programs.
• Ability to utilize common Microsoft programs

Qualifications:

Minimum-

• Must be a certified Florida Environmental Health Professional in both Food Protection and Onsite Program or a Registered Sanitation (NEHA or FEHA) within six months of hire.

• A bachelor's degree from an U.S. accredited college or university, with major course work in environmental health, environmental science or a physical or biological science.
• 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.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed
• Ability to work outdoors with various temperature changes.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills, the Environmental Health Database and Environmental Health Database Mobile Application.
• Ability to prioritize individual workload.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read maps and drive in unincorporated areas of Nassau and Baker Counties.

Preferred-

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and SharePoint
• Have conducted public health inspections, risk assessments, or audits either for a job or school
• Has experience communicating or educating the public

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:

Yulee, FL

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.

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.