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Requisition No : 825665
Agency : Department of Health
Working Title : OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64858521
Pay Plan : Temp
Position Number : 64858521
Salary : $22.00 / HOUR
Posting Closing Date : 03 / 31 / 2024
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Your Specific Responsibilities :
data entry and analysis and report writing. This position performs duties in accordance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code (FAC), EH Manual 150-4, and internal OCHD Standard Operating Procedures.
This position is involved in numerous administrative matters, which require a thorough knowledge of Florida Department of Health (FDOH) rules, regulations and codes as established by FDOH and the Okaloosa County commission.
Requires familiarity with the section administrative policies and procedures. Planning and the accomplishment of assigned and defined goals are required for the performance of the duties of the position.
As a certified food hygiene program inspector, performs routine inspections in the Food Hygiene program. Consults with facility operators and owners to ensure compliance with 64E-11 FAC and Chapter 381 Florida Statutes and FDA Food Code 2013.
Performs other regulatory duties such as reinspection s , complaint inspections, basic plan review s , construction inspections, and preparation of documentation for enforcement action.
This position will serve as a basic resource of information for Food facilities and assist the other certified inspectors with food trainings.
This position will perform data entry of information gathered during regulatory work in DOH EHD and other local spreadsheets and databases.
Independently conducts routine inspections in the Group Care program. Consults with facility operators and owners to ensure compliance with 64E-12, 65C-13, and 65C-22 FAC.
Performs other regulatory duties such as reinspection s , complaint inspections, basic plan review s , construction inspections, and preparation of documentation for enforcement action.
Examples of group care facilities include public and private schools, health care, adult care, and other residential facilities.
This position will serve as a basic resource of information for Group Care facilities and perform data entry of information gathered during regulatory work in DOH EHD and other local spreadsheets and databases.
This position will assist the other EH inspectors with food and waterborne investigations.
Independently conducts routine inspections in the Mobile Home and RV Park program. Consults with park operators and owners to ensure compliance with 64E-15 FAC.
Performs other regulatory duties such as reinspection s , complaint inspections, basic plan review s , construction inspections, and preparation of documentation for enforcement action.
This position will serve as a basic resource of information for Mobile Home and RV parks and will perform data entry of information gathered during regulatory work in DOH EHD and other local spreadsheets and databases.
As a certified pool operator, performs routine inspections and other basic regulatory activities of public swimming pools, spas, wading pools, special purpose pools, water activity pools, and recreational attraction pools.
Consults with facility operators and owners to ensure compliance with 64E-9 FAC and Chapter 381 & Chapter 514 Florida Statutes.
Performs other regulatory duties such as reinspection’s, complaint inspections, closure inspections, and preparation of documentation for enforcement action.
This position will serve as a basic resource of information for swimming pools and spas and assist s with swimming pool and spa trainings and engineering inspections.
This position will perform data entry of information gathered during regulatory work in the DOH EHD and other local spreadsheets and databases.
Independently investigates sanitary nuisance complaints and prepares reports, legal notices, and other documents relating to environmental health issues.
Initiates enforcement actions by drafting non-compliance letters, warning letters, and assists with other enforcement actions.
Prepares documentation such as letters, pictures, and reports for submission to EH Manager. Enter all case information in the DOH EHD and other local spreadsheets and databases.
In the tanning facilities program performs routine, reinspection, construction, change of owner, complaint, consultation, and other inspections to evaluate and ensure the safe and sanitary operation of tanning facilities.
Will issue field stop use order pursuant to Chapter 120.54 Florida Statutes. Maintains a professional working knowledge of 64E-17 Florida Administrative Code .
Prepares invoices to permit applicants in the food, mobile home parks, public pools, and tanning facilities, group care facilities, and water, etc.
programs. Assures invoiced amounts are in conformance with the established fee schedules to conform to the program code in accordance with Department of Health mandates.
Tracks and assures payment is received and matches invoiced amount within a reasonable period. Updates records of permitted established from information provided by applicant.
Prepares / oversees permits issued for all permitted facilities to be signed by the supervisor, mailing them to applicants, as they become complete.
Tracks delinquent accounts, provides follow-up notification, and gives the appropriate report to the Environmental Supervisor or Manager.
Maintains record of date invoice sent, date of payment receipt, date of follow-up notification. Modifies reports as needed through EHD Enterprise Report Portal .
Prepares paperwork for legal action to be taken when necessary. Responsible for proper documentation and submittal for all Environmental Public Health related refunds to clients.
This position is responsible for being the Environmental Health Database administrator used to track all Environmental Health Programs in Okaloosa County complete with permit numbers.
Maintains complete automated logs and financial information from Environmental Health Database for Environmental Public Health programs.
Prepares reports as needed from Environmental Health Database for budgeting and census. Responsible for the maintenance of the Environmental Health Database system in this county.
This position serves as the purchasing agent for the Epidemiology and Environmental Public Health Sections. Collects quotes, assuring vendors are My Florida Marketplace & Sunbiz registered, approving WORKS charges and reconciling WORKS charges for this position and the program managers.
Works closely with Epidemiology and Environmental Public Health branch managers in collection and preparation of data required for the preparation of yearly budgets.
Works with program managers to ensure timely and accurate spending of their program budgets in the areas of general expense and contracted services.
Assists with and prepares budget reports for Epidemiology and Environmental Public Health. Provides detailed programmatic reports.
Coordinates section meetings and prepares agendas and minutes. Develops program area brochures and applications with supporting material as required .
This position performs travel authorization and reimbursement processes for the Epidemiology and Environmental Public Health Section.
Prepares travel vouchers and other related training materials. Assures documentation is provided for each voucher before submission for payment.
Prepares other documents for personnel as needed. Maintains certification and records for Certified Food Hygiene inspectors.
This position represents Environmental Public Health at County Plan Review meetings involving Environmental Public Health program areas, retrieving necessary information for future permitting.
This position is responsible for record management / destruction for Epidemiology and Environmental Public Health Sections.
Performs all other duties as assigned in support of the Agency’s mission and vision.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Qualifications :
Major coursework must have at least 30 semester hours or 40 quarter hours of coursework in science.
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 :
Okaloosa County Health Department in Fort Walton Beach, FL
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 :
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.
Last updated : 2024-03-25
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