ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST - 64051708

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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST  

***CAREER SERVICE***

Open Competitive Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Citrus County.  If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.  We hope you decide to join our team!  Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Citrus County in its mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, and Excellence in all aspects of their work.

*Note: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed.  Incomplete applications/resumes will not be considered.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Under the general supervision of the Environmental Supervisor II, the incumbent, an Environmental Health Specialist, may perform work within but are not limited to the following programs: Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems, Biomedical Waste, Tattoo, Tanning, Public Swimming Pools, Limited Use Wells, Mobile Home/Recreational Vehicle Parks, Group Care and Sanitary Nuisance Complaints, in accordance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code and Environmental Health Program Manual DOHM 150-4 to ensure compliance with applicable state rules, statutes and regulations. Specific responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Conducting inspections, reinspections and investigations of aerobic treatment units (ATU), performance-based treatment systems (PBTS) and septage disposal and temporary system service providers as well as maintaining and updating records associated with these permitted entities in the Environmental Health Database (EHD) and Maintenance Activity Reporting System (MARS) as appropriate

Performing inspections, reinspections and investigations of assigned facilities that: generate, store, transport or treat biomedical waste, offer conventional or cosmetic tattooing, furnish tanning devices, provide pools for public use, make sites available for recreational or lodging use, deliver piped water for consumption or supply housing for the purpose of residential group care

Investigating sanitary nuisance complaints; recommending and enforcing corrective actions; issuing notices; documenting findings into EHD appropriately and making referrals to agencies with jurisdiction as applicable

Creating and completing reports; submitting reports to clients and supervisors for review; inputting data into the EHD as well as making appropriate referrals as applicable in a timely manner

Tracking inspection completion progress for assigned facilities to ensure that all inspections are performed within the required timeframes; routinely generating quota reports and other reports from EHD and maintaining current, complete and accurate records of assigned facilities and all inspection activities

Consulting with, providing technical assistance and/or educating both the public and private sector in matters related to environmental public health

Recording daily activities in the Health Management System (HMS)/Daily Activity Report (DAR) and submitting timesheets through People First in a timely manner for supervisor review and approval

Attending and participating in staff meetings, trainings and conferences to further and maintain knowledge as well as to stay abreast of advances related to the field of environmental public health

Performing other duties as assigned by the Environmental Supervisor II or Environmental Health Director

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of environmental public health programs and standards, Florida Administrative Code and Florida Statutes related to the specific duties of this position

Knowledge of the terminology, principles and analytical techniques of the physical and/or natural sciences

Knowledge of proper spelling, punctuation and grammar usage

Skill in the use of personal computers and Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint or other comparable programs

Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and clients

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments

Ability to work efficiently and independently or with minimal supervision

Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach and sit, stand or walk for long periods of time

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed

Ability to work outdoors in varying extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to prepare technical reports

Ability to make observations, take measurements and perform mathematical functions

Ability to review data for accuracy and completeness

Qualifications:

A valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation or ability to obtain prior to hire

Willingness to work outside of normal work hours as needed; may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or day 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 threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural

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:

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

3600 W. Sovereign Path

Lecanto, 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, 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 will 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.     

Nearest Major Market: Lecanto

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.