ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64086238
Requisition No:
367741
Agency:
Department of Health
Working Title:
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 64086238
Position Number:
64086238
Salary:
$30,988.62-$33,157.80
Posting Closing Date:
05/13/2021
REQUIREMENTS
This position requires that applicants must have graduated from an accredited 4-year college or university with a degree or major coursework in public health, environmental science, environmental health, or a physical or biological science. Be able to lift 60 pounds and work outside all day. Must have a valid Driver s License.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
This is a professional position in which the employee performs a variety of technical and skilled duties primarily conducting inspections in the OSTDS (septic system) program, as specified in the rules of the Florida Department of Health and other state and local rules, regulations and ordinances. This position is headquartered in Alachua County.
The employee must be able to keep accurate, timely records, maintain required continuing education credits and training and perform field work requiring moderate physical effort in varied weather conditions both independently and in a team environment. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor as needed in order to meet public health needs in the community. Enforces regulations with regards to the Onsite Treatment and Disposal Systems program. Performs plan reviews, client consultations, site evaluations, permit approvals, and system inspections for the program. Coordinates with other staff, initiates enforcement, and any other aspects of this program as required by state law or administrative code. Inputs construction and inspection data into an environmental health database on a daily basis as field work is completed. Prepares environmental reports on issues impacting public health. Keeps Director updated on environmental issues of special concern. Meets with engineers, architects, developers, planners, and other local, state, and federal officials regarding interpretation of rules and standards for development, planning, and modification.
Investigates sanitary nuisance complaints, prepares enforcement letters, and initiates enforcement if necessary.
Performs other duties as required or assigned to maintain environmental health programs in the department.
NOTE:
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 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
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.
Benefits:
Department of Health Career Service employees enjoy the following
Benefits:
State of Florida Retirement package - 3% employee contribution required
9 Annual paid holidays
Ability to earn 104 hours of paid Annual Leave (annually)
Ability to earn 104 Hours of paid Sick Leave (annually)
Health insurance for individual or family coverage
Life insurance
Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, disability, etc.
Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available
Tuition waiver available
Your take home pay can be significantly influenced by your insurance premiums. Compare your current premium with the State of Florida employee premiums!
Monthly employee premium for the standard PPO/HMO:
Single coverage is $50
Family coverage is $180
Monthly employee premium for the High Deductible Health Plan PPO/HMO:
Single coverage is $15
Family coverage is $64.30.
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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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