State of Florida
Location
Bradenton, FL | United States
Job description
Requisition No: 816763
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64941418
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 64941418
Salary: $19.39 per hour
Posting Closing Date: 03/24/2024
Total Compensation Estimator
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Manatee County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. We have competitive salary, great benefits, along with a new expedited recruitment approach, and opportunities for career advancement. 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.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the general supervision of an Environmental Manager. The person occupying this position is responsible for conducting sampling, evaluations, and investigations in a variety of specialized environmental health programs managed by Environmental Health Services. Compliance with Florida Administrative Codes (FAC), Florida Statutes (FS), and/or DOH Environmental Health Manual 150-4, is essential to completion of assignments. The incumbent will comply with all county policies and procedures as posted; such as cell phone usage and utilization of county vehicles.
Reviews OSTDS applications and plans, performs site evaluations and develop construction permits. Inspects OSTDS construction for compliance with rules 63-6 FAC, regulations in the OSTDS.
Conducts field inspections of migrant farm housing facilities per FAC 64E-14 and conducts re-inspections of said facilities as necessary to achieve compliance.
Performs routine compliance inspections of assigned facilities with OSTDS operating and OSTDS service permits to assure compliance with department regulations in the OSTDS program.
Investigates nuisance complaints pertaining to OSTDS per FS 386 and 62-6 FAC. Documents observations, possible remedies as necessary, and issues appropriate notices to abate and citations when appropriate. Under the supervision of the EPH manager, initiates enforcement procedures against confirmed sanitary nuisances as indicated in conjunction with department (FDOH and FDEP) legal staff and immediate supervisor.
Performs inspections of biomedical waste facilities.
Performs routine paperwork as required by all department and division policy regarding submission of Daily Activity Reports (DARs), and Leave and Attendance Sheets, Authorizations to Incur Travel, and Travel Vouchers.
Participates in training sessions, seminars and meetings as available to maintain timely and current knowledge of all environmental health regulations related to public health that are under the jurisdiction of the department.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Environmental Manager.
Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:
Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite):
Other job-related requirements for this position:
Emergency Duty – Incumbent may be required to work during or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or to perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or 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:
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:
Manatee County
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:
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit
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:
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.
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 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.
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