ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST III - 64082677

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Internal Agency Job Opportunity

Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). 

Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Join Team Duval. At DOH-Duval, we work every day to protect, promote, and improve the health of our community. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and public service. Our programs are recognized across Florida for their impact and effectiveness, and we are looking for dedicated professionals who want to make a real difference. If you are passionate about creating healthier communities, your future starts here.

This is a lead professional position assigned to the Environmental Supervisor II. Position is responsible for conducting all assigned inspections for each designated program area: Food Hygiene, Group Care, Biomedical Waste, Tattooing, Body Piercing, Tanning, Mobile Home Parks, and other miscellaneous programs. Position is responsible for the training and mentoring of all new facility staff, for administering and enforcing Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Codes and established Department Policies and Procedures related to sanitation, safety, and control of communicable disease and hazards to humans. Position must maintain the Food Hygiene Certification and Body Piercing Standardization. The incumbent will play a role in the Community Outreach Initiative.

Public Health Competency Domain 1: Analytical/Assessment skills

Conducts sanitation inspections of all assigned Food Hygiene, Group Care, Biomedical Waste, Tattooing, Body Piercing, Mobile Home Park, Tanning, Foster Homes, Group Homes and Adoption Placement Homes for compliance with the Florida Department of Health and the Florida Department of Children and Families lnteragency agreement. Inspects group care and food hygiene facilities as required for compliance with Florida Statute 381.0072 and Chapter 64E-11 Florida Administrative Code and Florida Statute 381.006 and Chapter 64E-12, 64E-13, FDA Food Code 2013 and 6A-2.0040. Reviews plans for all designated operations for new contruction and remodeled facilities.

Inspects all assigned body piercing facilities and tattoo establishments once during the permit year for compliance with Florida Statutes 381.0075 and Chapter 64E-19 F.A.C. and Florida Statutes 381.0071-381.0091 and Chapter 64E-28 F.A.C. respectively and all other Environmental Health programs.

Inspects all assigned permitted and exempt generators of biomedical waste in Duval County at least once annually between October 1 and September 30 (for permitted facilities) each licensing year for compliance with Florida Statute 381.0098 and Chapter 64E-16 Florida Administrative Code. Exempt facilities will be inspected at least once every 3 years. Inspections consist of a review of the generating facility's biomedical waste policy and procedures, yearly staff training, and manifest receipts from licensed transporter of waste removal as per Chapter 64E-16, F.A.C. Documents any violations observed during each inspection on the appropriate forms in the manner prescribed. Inspects assigned tanning facilities in Duval County at least twice a year during the permit year per Florida Administrative code and Environmental Health Program Manual for compliance with Florida Statute 381.89 and Chapter 64E-17 F.A.C. Documents all violations observed on the appropriate form and in the manner prescribed.

Position is responsible for the training/mentoring of all new Environmental Specialist II positions in the facility section in the following program areas: Food, Group Care, Biomedical Waste, Tattooing, Body Piercing, Tanning, Mobile Home Parrks and other miscellaneous programs. This position will assist in performing all mandatory ride along evaluations of field staff in the facilities section for consistency and compliance with Environmental Health Manual 150-4, laws, regulations, and department policies and procedures. This position will assist in teaching and mentoring new staff in conducting proper and detailed complaint investigations. This position will be preparing all new Environmental Specialist II positions for certification and standardization. This position will instruct body piercing courses, as needed, to assist the Environmental Supervisor II Body Art Coordinator.

Assists supervisor and Epidemiology in all suspected Foodborne Illness Investigations by conducting field inspections and writing summary reports for supervisor and regional epidemiologist.

Public Health Competency Domain 6: Public Health Sciences skills

Performs all special assignments and other duties and responsibilities as required, including but not limited to participation in all matters relating to disaster drills and actual emergencies/disasters (including Bio-Terrorism events). Serves as one of the back up on call staff for any biomedical waste spills/complaints.

Public Health Competency Domain 7: Financial Planning / Management skills

Position is responsible for completing all required reports including mileage, Daily Activity Reports, HMS, People First Leave and Attendance, Outlook Calanders and any other necessary documents. This position performs travel related to all field work, assigned duties and training requirements all other duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to collect record and analyze technical data relating to sanitation and safety standards.
• Ability to understand and apply specific rules, regulations, Policies and Procedures relating to the safety and sanitation inspections of regulated facilities.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to deal with public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Computer skills that include Microsoft Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Excel and the Environmental Health Database system

Leadership Competency: Emotional Presence – maintains appropriate self-confidence and

controls emotional reactions when relating to others in a group or one-on-one so effective

communication can occur. Communicates without ridicule, threats, or emotional outbursts. Allows

time for practice of new tasks or skills. Explains reasoning behind own opinions. Remains calm in

high-pressure situations. Demonstrates high standards of ethical conduct.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Certified Environmental Health Professional as required per FS. 381.0101, (Food Hygiene Certification)
• Must have a valid and current Driver's License and four wheeled vehcile. COJ/State Driving Certification.
• The incumbent in this position may be required to use vehicles owned, leased, or operated by the state or county to conduct official state business. State or county vehicles shall be used only for officially authorized duties and not for personal use, unless a specific exception applies under Florida law (F.S. § 287.17).
• Must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental health, environmental science, or a physical, natural or biological science.
• Must be willing and able to work outside in the elements which may include extreme heat or cold. 
• Must currently possess a body piercing standardization certificate. 

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:

Florida Department of Health in Duval County

921 N. Davis Street, Bldg. B, Suite 350

Jacksonville, Florida 32209.

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: 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.

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.    

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.