Job Location : Chipley,FL, USA
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64082916
Date: Dec 3, 2024
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Requisition No: 842244
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64082916
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64082916
Salary: $34,899.44 - $47,936.47 annually
Posting Closing Date: 12/10/2024
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OPEN COMPETITIVE
Specific Responsibilities:
This position performs general environmental health duties working under the supervision of the Environmental Manager. The duties of this position require skill to apply the directions to accomplish all job functions and the ability to apply a general understanding of scientific principles. Duties require travel throughout the Washington and Holmes County areas.
Water Program: Plan review, approval, and inspections of limited use and registered public water systems within department and regulatory guidelines. Coordinates and performs S.U.P.E.R Act water program activities with the Florida Department of Health. Responsible for collecting water samples, interpreting test results, and enforcement actions as required for Limited Use and SUPERACT Program regulations, process, and policy.
Facilities: Plan review, approval, and inspections of community health programs (group care, mobile home parks, food service, biomedical waste, tanning salons, tattoo, and body piercing parlors) within department and regulatory guidelines. Performs inspections according to the provisions set forth in applicable rules and assures compliance with the standards set forth by these rules relative to schools, mobile home parks, assisted living facilities, tanning bed facilities, biomedical waste generators, and tatoo and body piercing parlors. Food service responsibilities are included when applicable.
Sanitary Nuisances: Conducts investigations, evaluates for validity, and initiates action, according to departmental and regulatory guidelines, to eliminate the problem in all Environmental Health program areas under the responsibility of this department as stipulated by Florida Statute 386.
Telephone and Public Contact: Responsible for providing information to the public concerning the rules and laws governing all environmental health program. Forward calls to appropriate staff or agency as necessary. Advises state and Environmental Manager of pertinent information.
Rabies program: Responsible for processing animal bites reports. Investigates these reported exposures and makes the appropriate response. Notifies the laboratory of specific shipments. Completes required paper and ReHost database reporting.
Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System: Responsible for assisting applicants in completing and submitting septic tank application packages and ensures all required documents are complete and adhere to deadline requirements. Reviews OSTDS applications and performs site evaluations and issues permits for new systems, modifications, and repairs in accordance with EH Manual 150-4 requirements during the performance evaluation cycle. Performs inspections of constructed septic tank systems for compliance with permit specifications during normal business hours.
Performs other duties as assigned such as disaster response, timely entry and certification of EARS entered into the Health Management System's (HMS), and completing DOH required and technical trainings needed to maintain certification as a EH Professional .
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
+ Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical or natural sciences.
+ Knowledge of data collection and analysis principles and procedures.
+ Ability to collect, evaluate, analyze and interpret scientific or technical data.
+ Ability to prepare technical reports.
+ Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to environmental programs.
+ Ability to understand and follow legislative policy direction as established in Florida Statutes.
+ Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
+ Ability to work independently.
+ Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
+ Ability to communicate effectively.
+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
+ Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
+ Ability to use personal computers.
+ Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment are needed to do a job.
Minimum Qualifications:
+ Required - A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the physical or natural sciences or engineering and two years of professional experience in environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; or engineering.
+ Preferred - - Certification in On-site Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS) and Food Hygiene Program; if not, must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
+ Valid driver's license
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:
FDOH-Holmes & Washington County Health Departments
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:
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-###-####). 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-###-####). 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 clickinghere ( . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
CHIPLEY, FL, US, 32428
Nearest Major Market:Panama City