Requisition No : 829946

Agency : Department of Health

Working Title : OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64858414

Pay Plan : Temp

Position Number : 64858414

Salary : $22.00 an hour / 40 hours a week

Posting Closing Date : 06 / 02 / 2024

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Open Competitive

Defuniak Springs, Florida

Your Specific Responsibilities :

Work is performed under the supervision of the Environmental Manager and involves enforcement of laws, ordinances, and regulations.

This is independent professional environmental work conducting basic and advanced application / project reviews, site inspections or surveys;

conducting project evaluations and coordinating these with the department and other state, or federal agencies; reviewing and / or preparing comparable environmental work including sample collection, data entry and analysis, report writing or preparation of correspondence.

This position is subject to on-call duties in reference to : sewage spills, Foodborne or waterborne outbreaks. Adheres to Information Security Policies & Procedures.

Conducts Environmental Health EPI investigations. All EH Epi investigations assigned to inspector will follow DOH protocol.

Serves as technical advisor to management on EH Epi issues. Acts as EH Liaison with Clinic Epi.

This position is expected to perform inspections, investigations, and enforcement duties in general Environmental Health programs to ensure compliance with state standards.

These include : food service facilities, group care facilities, mobile home / RV parks, tanning facilities, commercial swimming pools, and Limited Use Wells.

• Consults with owners and builders regarding installation of sewage systems. Investigates the conditions of the proposed sewage disposal system location : perform soil analysis tests, and site surveys to determine size of sewage system.
• Conducts installation inspections and final inspections for permitted septic systems to verify compliance with permit conditions.
• Investigates sanitary nuisance complaints and initiates enforcement actions by drafting non-compliance and warning letters and assisting with other enforcement documents.
• Conducts Well Surveillance investigations and water quality sampling and monitoring. Consults with property owners on possible contamination issues and concerns.
• Conducts biological analyses of water samples. Participates in the care and maintenance of laboratory equipment and facilities;

initiates purchase orders for laboratory equipment and supplies. Develops and prepares laboratory procedures and methods to be used in conducting water analyses.

• Initiates enforcement actions by drafting non-compliance and warning letters and assisting with enforcement documents.
• Represents the department in meetings and negotiations with other state agencies, federal agencies, and other parties to resolve the department concerns with proposed activities, projects and land use plans.
• Performs related work as required.
• Responsible for the accuracy of DAR. At the end of each day, submit completed forms to account for all work activities performed.

DAR coding will be entered and certified into HMS at the end of every day 90% of the time.

• Timesheets are to be submitted the morning following the pay period end date 98% of the time.
• Attends and actively participates in staff training, departmental trainings, monthly staff meetings, strategic planning meetings as scheduled 95% of the time.
• Reports for duty as requested in the event of a disaster situation. Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a natural or physical science. Must have a valid Florida driver’s license. Must be willing to work outside all day if needed.

Knowledge of Florida Administrative Codes and Florida Statues pertaining to Environmental Health programs. Knowledge of Environmental Health Database.

Ability to auger 72" below ground level. Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures. Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data.

Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental health programs.

Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. Ability to work independently and exercise discretion.

Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

Incumbent may be required to work before, during and / or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.

On-Call assignment in accordance with Section 110.209 FS and Chapter 60LFlorida Administrative Code. On call form attached.

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.

Qualifications :

Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a natural or physical science. Positions requires certification in accordance with Section 381.

0101, Florida Statues. Must have a valid driver’s license. Requires certification in OSTDS and Food Service. A minimum of four (4) college semester credit hours in general microbiology to be the technical manager(s) of a laboratory engaged in microbiological analysis limited to fecal coliform, total coliform, E.

coli, and standard plate count.

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 :

DeFuniak Springs and Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available :

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and / or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• 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.

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 : 2024-05-23