OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64858636

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is professional work involving the prevention of environmentally related disease and safety concerns by the review of on-site individual sewage disposal systems.  The incumbent in this position conducts engineering reviews of applications for new and/or changes to existing and repairs to on-site disposal systems. Specific duties and responsibilities are as follows:

Reviews applications for construction permits to install, change or repair on-site sewage disposal systems.  Reviews plan and site evaluations for systems to ensure that proposals meet all requirements of Chapters 381, 386.01, 489 Florida Statutes and 64E-6, Florida Administrative Code.  Establishes and sets minimum system criteria, including, but not limited to receptacle size, trap size, drain field size and elevation of the invert of the drain field in feet, above Mean Sea Level.  Issues letters of denial to system proposals failing to meet requirements and advises clients on their right to a variance-hearing request.  Issues construction permits to proposals meeting requirements.

Inspects and re-inspects, when required, all new installations and repairs to existing on-site sewage disposal systems.  Determines that the systems meet all requirements of Chapter 64E-6, F.A.C., and the construction permits. Issues notices of final approval and permit to operate.  Initiates and participates in legal actions to obtain compliance when violators noted are not corrected or when work is performed by a non-permitted person or without prior authorization from the Department.

Conducts on-site soil evaluation and determines feasibility of issuing construction permits or denials.  Checks plans and specifications of proposed construction projects; checks architects’ and engineers’ plan on architectural and structural work prior to construction when OSTDS systems are required

Inspects all commercial establishments and systems located in industrial and manufacturing zones and septic tank manufacturers in accordance with Chapter 381 FS and the SHO/OSTDS program requirements.

Investigates sanitary nuisance complaints related to individual on-site sewage systems. Determines if a nuisance exists and takes actions to abate.

Completes the DARS/HMS daily or as required, completes other reports as required.  Maintains records and files of applications in the process of being reviewed and submits completed reviews to the secretary for filing.

Participates in the execution of the overall department’s strategic plan, and particularly the strategic plan for Environmental Health.   This includes, but is not limited to client satisfaction, data collection and analysis, seminar and training attendance, process management, employee satisfaction, etc.

Enters approvals or disapprovals of plan reviews into the Miami-Dade County permit tracking system as necessary.   Also, enter client data into the CENTRAX system for OSTDS as appropriate. Performs other related duties as required.

Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic principles of environmental health or one of the natural or physical science, like biology, environmental studies, chemistry, including knowledge of scientific terminology and technology. ·
• Skill in methods of data collection including the ability to collect, record, and analyze technical data relating to environmental health.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policy and procedure related to environmental health, including enforcing regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community leaders and others in a stressful environment while providing total quality environmental health services.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing plus the ability to read and interpret written materials.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Incumbent in this position is required to have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or science from an accredited college or university (Transcripts will be required).

The incumbent must become a Certified as an Environmental Health Professional (CEHP) within six months of hire.

Valid Driver’s License.

Incumbent in this position is required to have a personal vehicle for local travel.

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:

11805 SW 26th Street, Miami, Florida 33175

The Benefits of Working for the State of 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.

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.