ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64006935

Requisition No: 396082

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64006935

Position Number: 64006935

Salary: $39,000.00

Posting Closing Date: 06/21/2021

OPEN COMPETITVE OPPORTUNITY

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN BROWARD COUNTY

64006935

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

$39,000.00

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

This is an independent professional position. The incumbent has received a wide variety of in office and in field training. This position will conduct environmental site inspections to assure compliance with state and local laws and rules, and recommending issuance or denial of permits.

Inspects food services facilities regulated by the Department of Health to assure compliance with 64E-11 FAC.

Inspects public swimming pools and bathing places regulated by the Department of Health to assure compliance with 64 E-9,FAC to assure compliance with state water quality, safety, and operating standards to protect the public health. Activities include permitting, field chemical testing, inspecting water treatment components (pumps, filters, chemical feeders, flow rates, etc.), complaint investigation, consultation, and enforcement.

Inspects mobile home and recreational vehicle parks regulated by the Department of Health to assure compliance with 64 E-15,FAC. Inspect group care facilities regulated by the Department of Health to assure compliance with 64 E-12,FAC, 6A-2 or FBC 468 to protect the health and safety of clients.

Investigates environmental nuisance complaints relative to solid waste, sewage disposal systems, disease vectors, and any other environmentally related threat to public health. Efforts to secure abatement include consultation, referral, and enforcement.

Initiates and pursues enforcement actions as necessary by the issuance of Notices of Violation, preparation of evidence and supporting documentation, and by giving testimony before the County Health and Sanitary Control Board.

Participates in in-service training programs and continued education offerings related to the above.

Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the inspection process.
• 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.
• Skills in effective communication, verbal and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to use personal computers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college or university with a degree or major coursework in public health, environmental health, environmental science, or a physical biological science.
• Valid driver's license free of major infractions and access to a reliable vehicle to be utilized for work purposes, (mileage will be reimbursed).
• Certified or eligible to become certified within six months of hiring as required by FS 381.0101 as an Environmental Health Professional. Chapter 381.0101, F.S. Established Standards for Certification. Recognizes Registered Sanitarians as Certified. 64E-18, F.A.C. Major course work is no less than 30 semester hours or 40 quarter hours of class work. and a degree or major coursework in public health, environmental health, environmental science, or a physical biological science.
• Previous experience conducting inspections of regulated mobile home parks, group care facilities, public swimming pools.
• Previous experience in interpretation of rules/regulations.

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.

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 shelter, 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.

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 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.

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.

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. 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.